Xbox 360 Online Access: Xbox Live Gold Is Gone, Use Xbox Game Pass

You can no longer purchase or redeem "Xbox Live Gold" codes for the Xbox 360. The service was discontinued in 2023 and replaced by Xbox Game Pass Core (part of the Game Pass lineup).

What You Need to Know

• No new Gold codes: Retailers don't sell them; digital codes are delisted.
• Existing Gold codes: If you have an unredeemed Gold code, it may still work for the remaining duration it provides, but you can't stack new purchases.
• Xbox Game Pass Core: Provides online multiplayer access and a catalog of ~25 games. Subscription required.
• Xbox 360 is unsupported: No new games, apps, or system updates since 2016. The Store still works for past purchases, but new content isn't added.

How to Get Online Now

1. Sign up for Xbox Game Pass Core/Ultimate on a PC, phone, or newer Xbox.
2. Sign in with the same Microsoft account on your Xbox 360.
3. Online multiplayer for supported 360 titles should work.

Note: Some 360 games have shut down their own servers independently—online play may not function even with a valid subscription.