Why Did Xbox Live Go Up in Price?

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Microsoft raised the price to offer more benefits and content, like adding EA Play to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. More bang for your buck, I guess.

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EnvassalingTier·5 months ago

The price increase is probably a mix of inflation, rising server costs, and keeping up with the ever-growing demand for better online services. Gotta keep those games running smooth!

SinkingDuel·5 months ago

Inflation, plain and simple. Everything gets more expensive, even Xbox Live.

AlteringBeryl·5 months ago

As someone who's been on Xbox Live since the days of Halo 2, I think they're trying to fund new features and services. Quality isn't free, right?

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