No More Xbox 360 Games with Gold Starting in October
Xbox Live Gold subscribers have been enjoying the monthly Xbox Games with Gold program for years. Every month, Xbox Gold members have been able to download and play select Xbox games for free. However, Microsoft has recently announced a change to this program that may disappoint some gamers.
Article Outline:
1. Introduction to the Xbox Games with Gold program
2. Microsoft’s announcement about the change to the program
3. Reasons for the change
4. Xbox One games to still be available monthly
5. Xbox 360 games will no longer be available monthly
6. Xbox 360 games cannot be added to the Games with Gold program due to technical constraints and licensing issues
7. Xbox 360 Games with Gold titles still available for redownload regardless of membership status
8. The Xbox backwards compatibility program and Xbox Game Pass
9. Conclusion
Introduction to the Xbox Games with Gold program
The Xbox Games with Gold program began in 2013 as a way to offer free downloadable games to Xbox 360 and Xbox Live Gold subscribers. It was later expanded to include Xbox One games in 2014. This program has been widely popular among gamers who want to try out new games without having to purchase them outright.
Microsoft’s announcement about the change to the program
In a recent announcement, Microsoft confirmed that starting on October 1, 2022, Xbox 360 games will no longer be added to the monthly selection of games offered through the Games with Gold program. This change will only affect Xbox 360 games; Xbox One games will still be available each month.
Reasons for the change
According to Microsoft, the change is due to “licensing and technical constraints.” The company has reached the limit of their ability to add new Xbox 360 games to the Games with Gold program. They will instead focus on delivering new Xbox One titles through the program.
Xbox One games to still be available monthly
Despite the change, gamers can rest assured that Xbox One games will continue to be available each month. The Games with Gold program will continue to offer gamers a chance to try out new games for free.
Xbox 360 games will no longer be available monthly
As of October 1, 2022, Xbox 360 games will no longer be available through the Games with Gold program. This means that gamers will no longer be able to download and play free Xbox 360 games each month.
Xbox 360 games cannot be added to the Games with Gold program due to technical constraints and licensing issues
According to Microsoft, the decision to stop adding Xbox 360 games to the Games with Gold program is due to “licensing and technical constraints.” This means that they have reached the limit of their ability to bring new games to the catalog from the past. Unfortunately, this means that Xbox 360 gamers may be missing out on new free games each month.
Xbox 360 Games with Gold titles still available for redownload regardless of membership status
Xbox 360 Games with Gold titles will still be available for redownload regardless of membership. This means that gamers who have previously claimed Xbox 360 games through the Games with Gold program will still be able to access and play those games, even if they are no longer offered through the program on a monthly basis.
The Xbox backwards compatibility program and Xbox Game Pass
The Xbox backwards compatibility program was introduced as an effort to preserve classic Microsoft games. It allowed Xbox 360 titles to be played on Xbox One consoles. Unfortunately, that program officially concluded in November 2021. Xbox Game Pass, on the other hand, offers a wide selection of newer and bigger games as part of its subscription program. To see what’s on the horizon, be sure to check out the updated list of all the Xbox Game Pass titles arriving each month.
Conclusion
While Xbox 360 gamers may be disappointed to learn that they will no longer have access to free downloadable games through the Games with Gold program, Microsoft’s decision was motivated by technical and licensing constraints. The good news is that Xbox One gamers will still be able to enjoy monthly free game downloads. And for those who miss their Xbox 360 titles, they can always redownload previously claimed games for continued enjoyment.
FAQs:
1. How do I know which Xbox One games are available for download each month?
You can check the Xbox Games with Gold website for a list of available games each month.
2. Can I still play the Xbox 360 games I’ve claimed through the Games with Gold program?
Yes, if you’ve previously claimed Xbox 360 games through the Games with Gold program, you can still redownload and play them, regardless of membership status.
3. Will the Xbox Game Pass program be affected by this change?
No, the Xbox Game Pass program is separate from the Games with Gold program, and will not be affected by this change.
4. Why are Xbox 360 games no longer being added to the Games with Gold program?
According to Microsoft, the decision to stop adding Xbox 360 games to the Games with Gold program is due to “licensing and technical constraints.”
5. If I cancel my Xbox Live Gold subscription, will I still be able to access previously claimed Xbox 360 Games with Gold titles?
Yes, if you’ve previously claimed Xbox 360 games through the Games with Gold program, you can still redownload and play them, regardless of membership status.