Will Xbox 360 Live Continue After Xbox Series X|S Release?

Yes, Xbox 360 Live remains online as of 2024. Microsoft has not announced a shutdown date.

Why It Persists

• Backward Compatibility: Series X|S play hundreds of 360 games; those titles need Live for multiplayer, DLC, saves.
• Active Community: Call of Duty, Halo 3, GTA IV, Dark Souls still have daily players.
• Revenue: Game Pass Core (formerly Gold) subscriptions still count 360 users.

What Has Changed

• Marketplace: No new content; purchases limited to owned history.
• Free-to-Play: No longer requires Gold/Core on any Xbox (since 2021).
• Party Chat: Cross-gen chat (360 ↔ One ↔ Series) works via Xbox app.

Realistic Timeline

Industry precedent (original Xbox Live: 8 years post-successor) suggests **2025–2027** for potential sunset, but no official notice. Microsoft tends to support services longer than expected (e.g., Windows 7 ESU).

Enjoy it while it lasts; back up saves to USB/Cloud.