Since early April 2009, Amazon now offers Xbox 360 gamers the option of buying XBLA games and Xbox Live subscription codes directly. No more waiting for the plastic cards to be delivered - Amazon will send an email instantly after the virtual item is purchased. While this may not seem like a big deal, there are numerous hidden advantages.
Read below on how to buy Xbox live Marketplace codes online, and get them delivered via email.
Buy Xbox Live Subscription and Game Codes Online Directly through Xbox Live
Microsoft has offered direct point and subscription purchases through Xbox 360 for some time now. However, using this procedure requires submitting credit card information, and it takes some serious hoop-jumping skills to get the credit card information removed.
But, for those unconcerned with Microsoft's customer service policies, here's how to add a credit card to an Xbox gamertag.
- Press the Xbox 360 Guide button
- Move to the Settings tab
- Select Account Managementwith the A button
- Select Memberships
- Select Change Payment Options
- Select Add Credit Card
- Enter in the required credit card information
Now, whenever payment is needed - either for adding MS points or for extending an Xbox Live subscription - the chosen credit card will be charged.
Thankfully, since Amazon now allows gamers to purchase subscription and game codes directly, gamers can avoid submitting credit card information onto Xbox Live.
Buy Xbox Live Subscription and Game Codes Online from Amazon
Purchasing an Xbox Live Arcade game code or Xbox Live subscription code from Amazon requires the same process as purchasing anything else on Amazon. Simply create an account and submit the required credit card information. Then add desired products to the "cart" and select checkout when ready to purchase.
It may seem counterintuitive to purchase games and subscriptions from Amazon. Why not just buy them directly from Microsoft? Here's a list of hidden advantages:
Prices Displayed in US $ currancy: no more calculating the cost through MS Point -> $ conversions. Know exactly what you're paying right away.
No need to submit credit card info onto Xbox Live: Removing credit card information from Xbox Live may require both an arm and a leg - avoid the hassle and don't submit the info.
Amazon Gift Cards and Sales: Microsoft does not offer gift cards or sales on Microsoft points or subscriptions. Amazon has, in the past, offered discounts on Xbox Live subscription and MS points cards, so sales on purchasing game codes seems likely. Additionally, Amazon gift cards - a common gift - can be used to purchase games directly.
Buy Games and Subscriptions Anywhere: After purchase, codes are emailed shortly to the address used for the Amazon account. Simply copy the code, sign in to xbox.com, go to "redeem code" and paste the code into the boxes and click "redeem." Players can even set up the xbox to download the recently purchased arcade game right on startup. Convenient.
Avoid Excess MS Points: Prior to Amazon's service, buying an 800 point title would require either purchasing 1000 points directly from Xbox Live, or purchasing a 1600 point card from a retailer. Either way - leftover MS points. Avoid this hassle entirely by purchasing the game code directly from Amazon.
Avoid Shipping and Handling Wait and Fees: Purchasing codes directly avoids the wait and extra charge from shipping and handling, saving both time and money.
How to Buy Xbox Live Subscription and Game Codes Online - Conclusion
Now that Amazon offers XBLA game codes and XBL subscription codes for direct purchase, gamers can avoid numerous unnecessary hassles previously encountered when buying games and subscriptions by other methods (through Xbox Live, other retailers, etc.).
Never let excess MS points collect again, buy from Amazon's direct-purchase Xbox Live Email Code service.
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