Microsoft hasnt simply ceased the majority of its outgoing Xbox One consoles– it also scrapped one of the staples of online Xbox gaming. The company verified to TrueAchievements (by means of IGN) that it stopped selling 12-month Xbox Live Gold subscriptions. You can still purchase one- or three-month gain access to, however youre out of luck if you wish to commit for the long term.
The spokesperson didnt detail why Microsoft was discontinuing the year-long Gold offering. Gold is required to play most Xbox material online and provides complimentary video games monthly.
Microsoft stops offering 12-month Xbox Live Gold memberships – Engadget
