In a curiously timed and unwelcome move, Microsoft announced that it is increasing the price of Xbox LIVE Gold subscriptions for members in Canada, United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom.
According to the statement, the increase is effective November 1, 2010 and affects the following packages:
| Current | Starting Nov 1, 2010 | |
| Canada | 1 month Gold: $8.99 CAD | 1 month Gold: $9.99 CAD |
| US | 1 month Gold: $7.99 | 1 month Gold: $9.99 |
| 3 month Gold: $19.99 | 3 month Gold: $24.99 | |
| 12 month Gold: $49.99 | 12 month Gold: $59.99 | |
| UK | 1 month Gold: 4.99 GBP | 1 month Gold: 5.99 GBP |
| Mexico | 12 month Gold: 499 Pesos | 12 month Gold: 599 Pesos |
Microsoft also announced that it is offering a limited-time discount on 12 month renewals for its customers in the United States.
For more information visit: www.xbox.com