Why does Xbox cost money?

Well, Xbox needs to pay for the servers they keep and use to have Xbox Live running. Servers cost a lot of money to keep and maintain as well as the staff needed and other resources. This is why we have to pay to use Xbox Live, and to access multiplayer content.
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Does an Xbox account cost money?

The basic Xbox Network subscription is free. Anyone can sign up for an Xbox Network account. If you want more perks and features, you'll need to purchase a Gold account subscription. Accessing the Xbox Network on the original Xbox console is no longer available.
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Is it free-to-play Xbox?

All Xbox players are able to access online multiplayer for free to play games on their console at no charge.
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Does Xbox online cost money?

Xbox Live Gold is available as a monthly subscription for $9.99 per month in the U.S. and over 40 additional territories. It's also available in upfront installments for savings on the usual monthly rate, priced at $24.99 for three months, $39.99 for six months.
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Why is Xbox Live not free?

Microsoft is removing its requirement for an Xbox Live Gold subscription to play free-to-play multiplayer games today. The software maker has been testing this removal over the past few weeks, and now every Xbox One and Xbox Series S / X owner will be able to play free multiplayer games without Xbox Live Gold.
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Is Xbox Live Free 2021?

In a follow-up FAQ (opens in new tab), Microsoft confirms that "effective April 21, 2021, all Xbox players can access online multiplayer for free-to-play games on their console at no charge. For these games, an Xbox Live Gold membership is no longer needed.
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Is Fortnite free on Xbox?

Fortnite Now Available through Xbox Cloud Gaming - Play via Browser on Mobile and PC with Xbox Cloud Gaming for Free! Play Fortnite via browser on iOS, iPadOS, Android phones and tablets, and Windows PC with Xbox Cloud Gaming — no paid subscription required!
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Can I play GTA online without Xbox Live?

Historically, GTA Online has required some sort of subscription, via Xbox Live Gold or PS Plus, to be able to play it. Having been around since 2013 Grand Theft AutoV's online multiplayer has built up a large and loyal player base.
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How do you get free Xbox games?

You can get a free Xbox One game by heading to the Xbox game store's free section. You'll also get free Xbox games if you subscribe to Xbox Live Gold.
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Can you play Minecraft without Xbox Live?

The Xbox version of Minecraft requires you to have a live subscription in order to play online with your friends. However, the online version is still readily available. Therefore, local multiplayer is still playable without an active Xbox Live subscription.
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Is Roblox free on Xbox?

You can find Roblox in the Xbox Live store. It's free! There are many different experiences you can play with Roblox. When you first start out you can find them in the Home screen and Experiences screen.
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What games are free online Xbox?

  • Apex Legends. Respawn Entertainment hit it out of the park with Apex Legends, a battle royale that blends in elements of the hero-shooter genre. ...
  • Call of Duty: Warzone Pacific. ...
  • Destiny 2. ...
  • Fortnite. ...
  • Halo Infinite Multiplayer. ...
  • PUBG: Battlegrounds. ...
  • Roblox.
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Is PlayStation online free?

Yes, PSN is free. If you want to use any of your PlayStation's online functionality, whether that's buying games in the store or earning trophies as you play, you need to sign up to PSN.
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Is Xbox Live Gold worth it?

You don't need Xbox Live Gold if you're happy playing games offline. You can still try game demos, watch Netflix or Hulu, access Skype, and more. But, if you want to play multiplayer games, Xbox Live Gold is a necessity.
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Does Xbox still sell 12 month gold?

Microsoft removed its 12-month Xbox Live Gold memberships online back in July 2020. You also have the opportunity to upgrade to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which includes Xbox Live Gold and access to hundreds of games on Xbox consoles, PC, and Android devices, for $15 a month.
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Does Xbox 360 have Fortnite?

Unfortunately, the Xbox 360 just doesn't have to power to run Fortnite natively, even with sideloading. It uses the x64 CPU instruction set, so porting the PC version would be the most straightforward way to play. However, the Xbox 360 only has 1/8th of the recommended minimum requirement of 4GB of RAM.
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Can you jailbreak Xbox One?

Hence, you can't jailbreak other Xbox consoles like Xbox 360, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, or Xbox Series X with it. Besides, you should also note that the Xbox One must run the latest software update to use Booster Tools.
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Is PUBG free on Xbox?

PUBG Battlegrounds first landed on consoles in Xbox Game Preview, way back in 2017. It was a premium product, even in its preview state, but it's safe to say things have changed for the genre since.
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Is GTA Online 2022 Free?

GTA Online is free for PS5 players until June 14, 2022

Although GTA 5 isn't free, it also has a discount that expires on June 14, 2022; it costs $9.99 on the PS5 but will cost $39.99 after that date. PS Plus is required to play GTA Online on the PS5.
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How much does GTA cost?

How Much Does GTA+ Cost? GTA + costs $5.99 a month, and you'll need to have a copy of Grand Theft Auto V or GTA Online. The price is standard for monthly gaming subscriptions, but you may want to weigh up whether the benefits are worth the price tag.
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How much does Xbox Gold Cost?

New and existing members can continue to enjoy Xbox Live Gold for the same prices they pay today. In the US, $9.99 for 1-month, $24.99 for 3-months, $39.99 for 6-months and $59.99 for retail 12-months.
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How much GB is Fortnite?

As per the company, the general download size for the Fortnite PC version is approximately 26 GB. For mobile, the download size varies between 1.56 to 2.98GB.
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Does PlayStation have Fortnite?

Go to the PlayStation Store and press X on the console's main menu, then search for, select, and download Fortnite: Battle Royale. Since there are up to 100 people in a single match of Fortnite, you'll need to wait a bit after choosing to start a game to actually begin.
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Why does Fortnite cost money on Xbox?

Fortnite is an Xbox One free-to-play game, which means you don't need to spend any money on the base game to play. However, an internet connection is required to initiate and complete the download, and for playing the game's popular Battle Royale mode, which is entirely online.
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Is Xbox gold going away?

Reports have claimed time and again over the last couple of years that Xbox Live Gold is going to be discontinued permanently down the line, though Microsoft has previous said that it has no such changes planned.
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