Microsoft to raise Xbox Live subscription fee from November 1

Xbox Live subscription fee increasing by 20 percent starting November 1, 2010

by Gameranx Staff on 30th Aug, 2010

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Microsoft has announced via Major Nelson's blog that the Xbox Live Subscription fee will be increasing by 20% starting from November 1, 2010. The increased prices will only affect Xbox LIVE Members in Canada, Mexico, UK or the US.

US Prices Current
1M Gold: $7.99
3M Gold: $19.99
12M Gold: $49.99

US Prices Starting Nov 1, 2010
1M Gold: $9.99
3M Gold: $24.99
12M Gold: $59.99

UK Prices Current
1M Gold: 4.99 GBP

UK Prices Starting Nov 1, 2010
1M Gold: 5.99 GBP

Canada Prices Current
1M Gold: $8.99 CAD

Starting Nov 1, 2010
1M Gold: $9.99 CAD

Mexico Prices Current
12M Gold: 499 Pesos

Mexico Prices Starting Nov 1, 2010
12M Gold: 599 Pesos

In his blog post, Major Nelson said,

Since launching Xbox LIVE in 2002 we have continually added more content and entertainment experiences for our members, while keeping the price the same. We're confident that when the new pricing takes effect, an Xbox LIVE Gold membership will continue to offer the best value in the industry.

Seems like it'll be a good idea to renew your Xbox Live Subscription before November 1.

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