Xbox, a Microsoft gaming platform, had to sign up for Xbox Live Gold, a paid membership service that lets you enjoy online multiplayer. However, Microsoft removes these restrictions and allows all Xbox users to play the basic play free online game completely free of charge.
In January 2021, Microsoft announced that it would increase the price of Xbox Live Gold, which is essential for playing Xbox online. However, it has announced that it will not be impressed by strong backlash from users, and also announced that it will require registration for Xbox Live Gold, which has been required so far to play free online games.
Microsoft announced that it will remove the restriction on the Xbox Live Gold subscription for online games starting April 21, 2021. In this way, online games with a free basic plan can be played completely free of charge without signing up for the paid service Xbox Live Gold. Related information can be found here.