GDC 2007: Microsoft reveals Live For Windows pricing

360 News | Halo 2 to come with PC Achievements.

Microsoft has confirmed the pricing of the Windows Vista Live service to Game Informer Online. While the pricing will be the same as on the Xbox 360, there will also be a free silver package for those who just want to look at what you can do.

You won't need to pay two Xbox Live fees though, if you're a member on Xbox Live then your Live membership works on the Xbox, Xbox 360 and Live for Windows. Microsoft has also confirmed that Achievements will be used across both Xbox and Vista PCs, with Vista titles such as Halo 2 including exclusive achievements which will add to your Gamerscore.

While Microsoft hasn't provided much more information on the program, it also seems like you'll be able to play for free if you're only playing PC gamers; though we haven't been able to confirm this just yet.

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7 Comments

B3NBO

5 years ago

Can you get achievements if u got a vista pc but play halo 2 xbox version?? or only by playing halo 2 pc on the pc.

Crestfallen

5 years ago

article wrote

While Microsoft hasn't provided much more information on the program, it also seems like you'll be able to play for free if you're only playing PC gamers; though we haven't been able to confirm this just yet.

Oh god Luke I hope your intuition is correct.

admeister

5 years ago

Very interesting. I like the fact that you don't have to pay two sets of fees, that will be a big plus for current Live users. Sounds like they're setting up a good system.

DeathFalcon

5 years ago

B3NBO wrote

Can you get achievements if u got a vista pc but play halo 2 xbox version?? or only by playing halo 2 pc on the pc.

Pretty sure its option number 2.

Doesnt bother me cause i use Xbox Live. Sounds good to be able to share the same gamertag/gamerscore. Does anyone know when it will be launched?