Neoraf on 17 December 2008
@Thechalkblock, you don't have to pay for Xbox Live.
Xbox Live Silver is FREE!
Things you can do with Xbox Live Silver (100% Free):
- Create your Gamertag and Avatar.
- Always stay connected on Xbox Live.
- Download Game Demos (Some demos are available 1 week after the official Gold member release).
- View and add Friends.
- Chat, message, text, and talk with your friends.
- Downloads Movies, games videos.
- Buy XBLA (Arcade Games).
- Manage Microsoft Points, add Microsoft Points to your account.
- Get gamerpics, new clothes for your avatar, new themes for your dashboard.
- Share your gamer profile and achievements with millions of users.
- Compare games, view your friend's activity in real time.
- Buy and download Xbox1 games.
- Download DLC for any game you want.
- Rank in Leaderboards, know your Worldwide rank for any game.
- Stay informed of any event, tournament, free Xbox Weekend, etc.
Things you cannot do with Xbox Live Silver (100% Free):
- Get in a multiplayer match with other Xbox Live users.