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Xbox Live Services Down? Issues Across Multiple Platforms [Update]

Xbox One, Xbox 360, and PC users are all having issues purchasing new content on Microsoft's digital storefronts.

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[Update: As of August 22, Xbox Live services appear to be running normally. You can now sign in to the store and purchase or download games and services again.]

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Xbox Live is currently running into issues that are stopping both Windows and Xbox Store users from purchasing downloadable products. If you were hoping to buy Battletoads today and start trying your luck with the trio of amphibians, you may have to wait a little longer.

No timetable has been given for when the problem will be fixed, but Microsoft said its team is investigating the issue and will keep players updated on its Twitter page and the official Xbox Live status site. You can sign in to your Microsoft account on this site to be notified as soon as it is resolved, as well.

This problem affects not just Xbox One and PC users, but also those on Xbox 360 and the Xbox website.

The problem also seems to be causing one extra issue for those using prepaid cards or codes on Xbox One specifically. If you have an Xbox Live Gold card you are trying to redeem and have run out of membership time, you may need to wait, as well.

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