Connectivity issues are never fun, especially when that connection is central to an entire video game console’s functionality. Those currently experiencing problems signing in to Xbox Live aren’t alone, as it appears that the entire network is currently giving users trouble. Luckily, Xbox is already looking into the issue, according to its support account, and things should, hopefully, be up and running again sooner rather than later.
Right now, users over on Twitter are venting about the problem, urging Xbox to get things back up and running. Xbox hasn’t detailed a specific fix yet, with the last update simply mentioning that the cause is being investigated. Currently, loading into an Xbox will simply boot the typical home screen messages, simply asking users to sign into Xbox Live, but that, obviously, isn’t working right now.
Attempting to sign in simply sends users through a wait menu before once again asking them to connect to the online service. Attempting to use one of the console’s apps, like the Store, causes a similar issue, with the console simply loading until eventually popping an error message on-screen. With no ETA for a fix, fans will, unfortunately, just have to be patient while Xbox sorts out whatever is happening on the back end.
Of course, this kind of disruption is always inconvenient, as it chews away at whatever free time someone has that could be spent doing something more interesting. The internet isn’t perfect, and so service outages are simply a part of life from time to time, as frustrating as that may be for those just trying to relax and play some games. Luckily, issues have been relatively sparse as of late, which makes the problem seem less severe overall. In the past, there have been instances where online outages last entire days, or even nearly a month once for the PlayStation Network.
Those looking for updates can turn to the Xbox website page for more up-to-date information, as it refreshes consistently with which services are experiencing trouble. Not everything is completely down at the moment, but without the ability to access Xbox Live, aspects like playing online with friends and managing subscriptions are hindered, which is unfortunate, especially on a day with new Xbox Game Pass titles hitting the roster.
Hopefully, Xbox is able to sort out the problems sooner, rather than later, but outages are simply something that players have to deal with from time to time.
Source: Xbox Status
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