

Having launched in July 2013 for Xbox 360, Games with Gold gave Xbox Live Gold subscribers the option of accessing free games every month. One element of Xbox Live is shutting down, however, and that's the Games with Gold initiative. What's key to understand is that while the 'Xbox Live' branding is going away, the service itself remains unchanged: Your Gamertag will remain, so too will your ability to play online, access your friend list, and your library of games. The service was ultimately popularized by Halo 2 and has gone on to be an integral component to the Xbox ecosystem – iterations of Xbox Live subsequently appeared on the Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.

Available on Samsung 2022 smart TVs.Xbox Live was introduced 20 years ago, having launched in November 2002 and enabling online connectivity for some of the best original Xbox games like MechAssault and Unreal Championship. Requires high-speed internet connection (ISP fees apply). Selected regions () and devices streaming limits apply, server availability and wait times may vary. Ĭloud Gaming: Requires Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription and supported game, or supported free to play game may require supported controller (all sold separately). Game Availability: Game titles, number, features and availability vary over time, by region and platform. Charges may be increased with at least 30 days notice as described in the Microsoft Store Terms of Sale. To stop being charged, cancel your subscription in your Microsoft account (/services) or on your Xbox console, before the next billing date. Recurring Billing: By subscribing you are authorising recurring payments made to Microsoft at the intervals you selected, until cancelled. After promotional period, subscription continues to be charged at the then-current regular price (subject to change), unless cancelled. Offers not valid in Russia and Türkiye other geographic restrictions may apply. Promotional offers may not be valid for all members and are only available for a limited time. Promotional Offers: *Sign in for your available offers. Subscription Terms: See /subscriptionterms.
