Why is Xbox Gold so expensive now?

Microsoft is raising prices for Xbox Live Gold memberships in certain markets in an apparent effort to convert more users to its Xbox Game Pass Ulimate, and the gaming community is not receiving the news well.

Did Xbox Gold get more expensive?

Microsoft will offer Xbox Live Gold for $11 per month moving forward, with three-month memberships costing $30 and six-month memberships costing $60. Microsoft removed its 12-month Xbox Live Gold memberships online back in July 2020.

Is Xbox Live Gold worth it anymore?

This depends on your gaming habits. Xbox Live Gold's biggest selling point is not the free games, but it's being able to play online. Are you someone who is going to play a few games online and only those games on a regular basis? Then you'll want Xbox Live Gold.

Did Xbox get rid of 12 month gold?

What is this? “At this time, Xbox has decided to remove the 12 months Xbox Live Gold SKU from the Microsoft online store,” reads the statement. “Customers can still sign up for a one month or three month Xbox Live Gold subscription online through the Microsoft Store.”

Why did Xbox go up in price?

Explaining the move at the time, a Microsoft spokesperson said the increased price “reflects the content, scale, and technical complexity” of the games.

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Are Xbox games going to be $70?

and Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. Microsoft Corp. is raising the price of new Xbox games to $70 from $60 starting in 2023, following other big gaming rivals from Ubisoft Entertainment SA to Sony Group Corp. and Take-Two Interactive Software Inc.

Why is the new Xbox $1,000?

Roughly around $1,000 USD.

The Xbox Series Xs being sold at resale prices are believed to be from resellers taking advantage of Amazon's supply chain issues that have become a major issue since the start of the pandemic.

What is replacing Xbox Live Gold?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all the benefits of Xbox Live Gold, plus hundreds of high-quality console and PC games.

Did Xbox change gold membership?

The company announced on 21 April 2021 that every Xbox One, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X owner can play free multiplayer games without Xbox Live Gold. That means more than 50 games - such as Call of Duty: Warzone, Fortnite, and Apex Legends - will no longer require a subscription.

How many years of Xbox Gold can you have?

Step 1. Decide how long you want Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. To make the most of the deal, get as close to three years of Xbox Live Gold (or Xbox Live Gold + standard Xbox Game Pass) as possible, which is the maximum amount of time you can prepay.

How to get Xbox Gold free?

This option is near the top of the drop-down menu. Click Services & subscriptions. It's a tab in the blue ribbon at the top of the page. Click Try Xbox Live Gold for free.

Why did Xbox remove 1 year gold?

It has been speculated this is an effort to shift more people towards Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. This service combines the benefits of Xbox Live Gold with Xbox Game Pass, a library of titles players are able to download that includes new Microsoft releases on day one.

Who has the most Xbox gold?

Ray Cox (gamer)

Why did Xbox get rid of gold?

Microsoft attempted to double the cost of a yearly subscription to the service last year, but after a backlash the company reversed course and even removed the Xbox Live Gold requirement for free-to-play games.

Is Xbox getting rid of games with gold?

Beginning October 1, 2022, the monthly games provided to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Live Gold members through Games with Gold will no longer include Xbox 360 titles.

Do you lose your games if you cancel Xbox Gold?

You'll no longer be able to access your Games with Gold titles if you cancel your subscription. However, if you decide to renew your subscription at any time, you'll be able to access and play your previously redeemed Games with Gold titles again.

Can 2 people use the same Xbox Gold account?

On the go: Sign in on any other Xbox, such as at a friend's place, and share your Gold subscription with everyone as long as you're signed in.

Can you still convert gold to Ultimate?

Once you buy the $1 Game Pass Ultimate trial, your prepaid months of Xbox Live Gold will automatically convert. It's now safe to take advantage of the $1 Game Pass Ultimate trial.

Why did Xbox give me a free $10 dollars?

Fans began receiving free $10 vouchers in their Xbox Live messages yesterday as part of Xbox's ongoing Spring celebration (via ComicBook). "Spring sale starts today!" reads the message.

Why did Xbox send me $5 dollars?

If you're an Xbox One gamer, you may want to check out your inbox on Xbox Live today. It seems that Microsoft is randomly giving away $5 gift cards to select gamers to help them kick off their holiday shopping.

What did Xbox buy for $70 billion?

SEATTLE — Microsoft plans to buy the powerhouse but troubled video game company Activision Blizzard for nearly $70 billion, its biggest deal ever and one that places a major bet that people will be spending more and more time in the digital world.

Is Xbox getting rid of consoles?

The Xbox One, Microsoft's third model of the Xbox and its entry into the eighth generation of video game consoles, originally debuted in 2013. Representatives of Microsoft told The Verge that it stopped manufacturing new Xbox Ones at the end of 2020.

Is Xbox cheaper than PS5?

The PS5 and Xbox Series X are a match in terms of price – in the US, at least. Both consoles cost $499, but if you're happy to ditch the disc drive, the PS5 Digital Edition is available for $399.

Is Xbox raising prices?

Last month, Microsoft already announced that it will raise the price of upcoming third-party games to $70 in 2023. This will apply to Xbox-exclusive games such as Starfield and Forza Motorsport, and Xbox head Phil Spencer also previously hinted at possible price increases for Xbox hardware.