Do you need anything to play Xbox online?

How can I get access to play online multiplayer games on Xbox consoles? An Xbox Game Pass Core or Game Pass Ultimate subscription is required to play online multiplayer games, except for Free to Play titles, which don't require a subscription.
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Can I play Xbox online for free?

Explore a vast collection of free-to-play games for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, and Windows PC. All Xbox players are able to access online multiplayer for free-to-play games on their console at no charge.
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Can you play Xbox online without console?

If you don't have a console or a Windows PC, you won't be able to install the games you've purchased from the Microsoft Store or the Xbox Store. However, you can play on your phone through Xbox Cloud Gaming, either via the Xbox app or a web browser.
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Do I have to pay for Xbox Live?

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 Game Pass. To use the Xbox Network, you must have an Xbox 360 or later as well as a broadband internet service provider.
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How to play Xbox games online?

To play console games from the cloud on your device you'll need the following: i. An active Game Pass Ultimate membership and supported game in a supported region. To play select free-to-play games with cloud gaming, all you need is a free Microsoft account in a supported region.
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How do I turn on online on Xbox one?

Click on the "Xbox button" on your controller, and navigate the Sign-In tab, select your profile and you should see an option at the bottom to "Appear offline", click on this and select "appear online".
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Do I need Game Pass to play online?

Can I play online multiplayer games in the Xbox Game Pass catalog? Yes. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all benefits of Xbox Game Pass Core, which gives you access to multiplayer games on your console. (Free-to-play games include online multiplayer without an Xbox Game Pass Core subscription.)
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Why does Xbox charge to play online?

The argument for charging for online multiplayer on consoles is primarily due to the cost of game servers, bandwidth, and support that is managed by Sony and Microsoft, which behaves differently compared to how multiplayer is run on PC.
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Is Xbox getting rid of Xbox Live?

For years, Microsoft's Xbox Live Gold subscription has been the go-to subscription for many Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One owners. However, that is soon going to change, with Microsoft announcing it will discontinue Xbox Live Gold in favour of a new plan called 'Game Pass Core'.
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How much is an Xbox game pass subscription?

Get your first 14 days for $1, then $9.99/mo. Subscription continues automatically. See terms.
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Can I play my Xbox on my phone?

The Xbox app is more useful than ever. Play games from your console straight to your phone or tablet over the network with Xbox remote play. Find and install new games even if you're not at home, or adjust console settings just how you like.
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What's free-to-play on Xbox?

The 15 Best Free-to-Play Games on Xbox Right Now
  • Apex Legends. Since its release in 2019, Apex Legends has been one of the most popular and populated free-to-play shooters on the market. ...
  • Brawlhalla. ...
  • Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0. ...
  • Destiny 2. ...
  • Fall Guys. ...
  • Fortnite. ...
  • Halo Infinite Multiplayer. ...
  • Overwatch 2.
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What Xbox games don't need Xbox Live?

  • Halo Infinite (Multiplayer only, not campaign co-op)
  • Fortnite.
  • Overwatch 2.
  • Fall Guys.
  • Cod: Warzone 2 (not the standard multiplayer)
  • Rocket League.
  • Warframe.
  • Destiny 2.
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Why do I have Xbox Game Pass for free?

The key is Microsoft Rewards, a loyalty program that rewards people who use Microsoft products such as Bing and Xbox. It only takes about 10 minutes a day to rack up enough points to get a free month of Xbox Game Pass, as well as other rewards for using Microsoft's services.
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Why can't I play online with Xbox Live?

However, you may experience connection issues if your firewall restricts necessary traffic (a setting which may be blocking your console from connecting to the Xbox network). Additionally, some firewall settings, such as IP flood detection, can cause connection issues.
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When did Xbox start charging for online?

At E3 2002 Microsoft unveiled its plans to establish an online gaming service for the Xbox called Xbox Live. The membership fee was set at $49.99 a year, which is what it still costs today. Microsoft was adamant about getting users online quickly and easily.
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Does Game Pass mean you can play online?

You need Core or Game Pass Ultimate (which includes Core) to play online. Regular Game Pass does not include online multiplayer capabilities.
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How do I get Xbox Live?

Sign up for Xbox Live Gold right from your Xbox One or Xbox 360. You can buy it right there, or use a card or code from a retailer. Or, learn more and sign up on Xbox.com.
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What does Xbox Live do?

The Xbox network, formerly known as Xbox LIVE, is an online multiplayer gaming and digital media delivery service created and operated by Microsoft Gaming for the Xbox brand. It was first made available to the original Xbox console on November 15, 2002.
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Does Xbox One still have online?

The original Xbox Ones and Xbox One X's have already been discontinued and you can still play online just fine. Same with the Xbox 360.
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How can you tell if someone is online on Xbox?

How to view the activity of your friends on Xbox
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then select People. ...
  2. Select the list of who's online to see what they're doing, such as playing a game or watching Netflix.
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What's the difference between Xbox Live and Game Pass?

Core, previously known as Xbox Live, allows for online multiplayer on Xbox and comes with access to 25 games for free including Doom Eternal, Forza Horizon 5 and Fallout 76. Game Pass Console includes access to more than 100 Xbox games to play but does not include online multiplayer on the console.
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How much does Xbox online cost for a year?

Starting Sept. 14, Xbox Live Gold will become Xbox Game Pass Core. The new service will cost $10 a month or $60 a year, the same price as Xbox Live Gold. Game Pass Core will include member discounts and access to online multiplayer gaming, but unlike Xbox Live Gold, there won't be free monthly games.
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What does Xbox Game Pass include?

Game Pass Ultimate
  • Play hundreds of high-quality games on console, PC, and cloud.
  • Includes online console multiplayer.
  • New games added all the time.
  • Xbox Game Studios titles the same day as release.
  • EA Play membership included.
  • Unlock Riot Games benefits.
  • Member discounts and deals.
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