[Xbox Live] No rise in UK 12-month subscriptions

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[Xbox Live] No rise in UK 12-month subscriptions

Microsoft has confirmed that UK gamers will see no difference in the cost of three, six and 12-month Xbox Live subscriptions following last night's price rise announcement.

The news had sparked concerns amongst Gold Live subscribers that they'd have to pay a premium for long-term subscriptions.

However, a Microsoft spokesperson said today:

The price rise only relates to single-month subscriptions in the UK. UK gamers who subscribe for one month to Live will now have to pay £5.99 - up £1 from the previous price.

The US will see price rises across its Gold options, however.

One month subs go up from $7.99 to $9.99, whilst three-month plans rise from $19.99 to $24.99. Meanwhile, one year subs will jump from $49.99 to $59.99.

Mexico and Canada have also been affected by the price rises.