Does Xbox Live still exist?

Starting September 14, 2023, Xbox Live Gold transitioned to Xbox Game Pass Core. Players will still have access to online console multiplayer, plus they got access to a new collection of over 25 great games to play on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles.
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Do they still do Xbox Live?

Xbox Live Gold ends September 14 and will be replaced by Game Pass Core, which Microsoft described as “an evolution” of Xbox Live Gold. Core includes access to online console multiplayer and gives subscribers a collection of over 25 games to play on Xbox Series X and S and Xbox One for $9.99 a month or $59.99 a year.
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Did Xbox take away Xbox Live?

Xbox Live still exists, it's simply been renamed to Xbox Game Pass. There are two flavours of Game Pass. Core and Ultimate. Core is the standard subscription which allows you to play online and download a small selection of games for free.
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Did Xbox Live get shut down?

Xbox network service is available as both a free service and a subscription-based service known as Xbox Game Pass Core. In 2021, Microsoft renamed Xbox Live as simply the "Xbox network" to cover all of its services related to Xbox, and began slowly phasing out all "Live" branding until it was fully removed in 2023.
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Is it still called Xbox Live?

Note Xbox Live is now called the Xbox network.
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Introducing Xbox Game Pass Core

Can you play online without Xbox Live?

Depending on the game, yes—though for multiplayer you need either Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or a subscription to Xbox Game Pass Core (sold separately). Note Free-to-play online multiplayer games no longer require an Xbox Game Pass Core subscription.
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Is Xbox getting cancelled?

There are 'no plans' to cancel Xbox consoles.
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Why is Xbox shutting down?

If your Xbox console is unexpectedly shutting down, it may be because it's not getting enough ventilation, or there may be a problem with the power supply.
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Is Xbox shut down right now?

User reports indicate no current problems at Xbox Live

Xbox Live is an online multiplayer gaming and digital media delivery platform.
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Has Xbox stopped Xbox Live?

Frequently Asked Questions. What happened with Xbox Live Gold? Starting 14 September 2023, Xbox Live Gold transitioned to Xbox Game Pass Core.
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Is Xbox Live dead after 20 years?

Update 14:50 BST: Xbox has now officially confirmed the new 'Core' plan, set to replace Live Gold. According to a leaked screenshot showing the different Game Pass tiers, Microsoft will finally drop the Xbox Live brand after 21 years on September 1, replacing it with Xbox Game Pass Core.
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Is Xbox Live still $60 a year?

So, How Much Does It Cost? The price for Game Pass Core is $10 a month or $60 a year. This is the same as the retail price for the defunct Xbox Live Gold subscription. Game Pass Core is the cheapest offering from Microsoft that includes online multiplayer access.
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How long does Xbox Live last?

The Xbox Live Gold membership will expire the time you subscribed. In other words the beginning of the day you bought the membership.
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Is Xbox One still alive?

According to Microsoft, production of the Xbox One stopped in 2020.
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Is Xbox One end of life?

Since the original Xbox One is much older, it's not worth considering now. However, you're unlikely to find an Xbox One device at these prices now. In January 2022, Microsoft stopped manufacturing all Xbox One consoles, including the Xbox One X and Xbox One S.
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Is Xbox on the decline?

Sales of Xbox hardware continue to shrink as the console's latest iteration enters its fourth year on shelves. Hardware revenue for the Xbox division was down 31% in the most recent quarter due to lower sales. That follows a year-over-year drop of 30% in the same quarter in 2023.
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Are Xbox servers shutting down on July 29th?

About the store retirement

Beginning on July 29, 2024, we will no longer support the Xbox 360 Store or the Xbox 360 Marketplace (marketplace.xbox.com). Until this date, purchases made in the Xbox 360 Store and the Xbox 360 Marketplace will continue to be supported.
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Why has Xbox stopped working?

Reset your internal power supply

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One X, and Xbox One S have an internal power supply that works in all regions world-wide. If your console won't turn on, it may simply need a power reset. Often, power issues are due to the power supply resetting after a power surge.
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Is Microsoft leaving Xbox?

Microsoft Isn't Exiting The Console Business, Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Reportedly Told Staff. Microsoft will reportedly continue to make consoles amidst claims of it planning to adopt a multi-platform release strategy for first-party games.
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Why is Xbox struggling?

The main issue is that the Xbox division is stagnating. Although Microsoft reported a 51% growth in its Q3 gaming revenue, without Activision Blizzard sales would have fallen 4% year-over-year. So there is now a lot of pressure on the company's game development studios.
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Which sold more, Xbox or PS5?

The PlayStation 5 is currently ahead by 25.42 million units. The PlayStation 5 has sold 52.65 million units in 38 months, while the Xbox Series X|S sold 27.23 million units. The PlayStation 5 has a 65.9 percent marketshare (+4.8% year-over-year), compared to 34.1 percent for the Xbox Series X|S (-4.8% year-over-year).
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Do you still 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.
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Is Xbox Live Gold still a thing?

Starting September 14, 2023, Xbox Live Gold transitioned to Xbox Game Pass Core. Players will still have access to online console multiplayer, plus they got access to a new collection of over 25 great games to play on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles.
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Can I buy Xbox Live on my Xbox?

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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