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As Xbox LIVE Nears Death, Microsoft Gives Consolation Prizes to Loyalists

by Caleb Johnson on March 5, 2010 at 06:00 PM

Last month, we delivered the somber news that Microsoft will discontinue Xbox LIVE support for its original console and games. Come mid April, you won't be able to play 'Halo 2' online anymore. Rather than going out kicking and screaming, you might as well quietly accept Microsoft's virtual olive branch.

According to Engadget, owners of the original Xbox console are eligible for a video game goodie bag. Here's a rundown of what you'll get: a free three-month Xbox LIVE Gold membership, 400 Microsoft Points, and an invite to test a beta version of the new game 'Halo: Reach.' It sure beats walking away empty handed. Plus, you don't even have to do anything to receive these perks. Microsoft will automatically extend your subscription, deposit the points into your account, and e-mail you instructions regarding the beta test. Of course, this is just Microsoft's way of sweetening up gamers so they'll buy an Xbox 360. But, if you're still playing the big black box, you're probably not opposed to bribes. [From: Engadget]

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