When Microsoft introduced Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which includes Live Gold’s benefits alongside a vast library of games for streaming for a slightly more expensive fee, many asked whether a standalone Live Gold service is still worth it. Given that Microsoft confirmed last year thatit would not discontinue Xbox Live Gold in the foreseeable future, it appears that the service will continue throughout 2021. Of course, if Microsoft wants to entice players to keep their Live Gold subscription if not upgrading to Game Pass Ultimate, it should introduce drastic changes to the service, and here are some features that should be added to the Xbox Live Gold this year.
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It is worth noting that this maneuver could be tricky for Microsoft to pull off, especially since it has no direct control over titles released by third-party developers. At the very least, Microsoft could implement this on its own games, focusing onolder yet popular titles released as exclusives on the Xbox One. Additionally, this would allow Xbox Live Gold to have an added benefit, especially to players who are unwilling to shell out more money to access Xbox Game Pass.
In the end, the future of Xbox Live Gold remains unclear, especially since it is unknown what Microsoft is planning to ensure that the service remains relevant in the new console generation. However, by prioritizing quality over quantity in its monthly roster of free games and by adding titles that have left the Xbox Game Pass service, Microsoft could secure the future of Xbox Live Gold in 2021, especially if it has no plansto discontinue the service and focus on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
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