Xbox Live Multiplayer Is Now Free-To-Play For All

Microsoft has confirmed that all Xbox players can now access Xbox Live online multiplayer for free. Effective 21 April, Xbox players can access online multiplayer at no charge for a library of over 50 free-to-play games, as well as free game demos and betas that support online multiplayer.

To make it easier for everyone to find and connect with other gamers, we are unlocking two other Xbox Live Gold features, “Looking for Groups” and “Party”, for all Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles.

There is a rich library of over 50 free-to-play games you can download and play with all your friends, regardless of their membership.

This change happens automatically. Additional details about this change can be found here.

Need to update, manage or cancel your current Xbox Live Gold subscription? Visit the Microsoft Services & subscriptions page and follow the instructions for how to make changes to your account. Learn more about available options in the FAQ.