The Xbox’s online multiplayer service could get a lot more attractive if reports are to be believed: some gamers have found free multiplayer options, hinting Microsoft’s considering ditching the Live service’s subscription fee.
Xbox Live currently charges users for a Gold account, which is needed to play online, but according to the gamers at Kotaku that could be about to change.
“It seems that ending the gold/silver distinction in Games for Windows Live (effectively making it free) might have had the same effect for those who game on titles that are both PC and 360,” the blog explains.
Lost Planet: Extreme Condition Colonies Edition, Universe at War: Earth Assault and Shadowrun all seem to offer free online play so far.
Of course, it’s all rumour until Microsoft kicks subscription costs out of the door. Keep if here for news of that happening, or not, in the coming weeks.








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7-28-2008
I’m sure many people like me who have recently coughed up £30/40 for another years subscription will love to hear this.