Microsoft platforms are having some server problems today, and Xbox is no exception. A large variety of Xbox services rely on server access, from playing games online to its suite of online multimedia features. The latest issues follow in the wake of last week’s Amazon Web Services outages, which likewise caused widespread issues with Internet services.
Xbox servers are currently down for thousands of users, as indicated by current reports on DownDetector. Microsoft Azure reported DNS issues starting at noon, but details of the reasons behind the outage haven’t yet been clarified. More information will be provided soon, after which a solution will hopefully follow.
Xbox Live Outages Are Part Of A Wider Microsoft Problem
Business Platforms Are Equally Affected
Xbox, Microsoft, and Microsoft Azure are all confirmed to be affected by the current outages, which are also causing issues for businesses and individuals that rely on Microsoft platforms. In the gaming sphere, these problems also extend to Minecraft, which has been owned and operated by Microsoft for over a decade.
On X, the official Microsoft 365 Status account noted that “affected traffic” is now being rerouted to “alternate healthy infrastructure” while the underlying issue is investigated, providing some form of a temporary solution. However, it’s unclear if Xbox servers will be a priority while resources are directed toward 365 and Azure.
While the issue persists, the best thing to do is to keep an eye on official Microsoft social media channels. The Xbox support website has also been affected by the outages, meaning that the official status page can’t be reached. Any major developments will likely be addressed on social media, and DownDetector can also provide an effective window into the severity of the issue throughout its duration.
Xbox Outages Follow Recent Price Increases
Xbox Live Has Been Subject To Controversy
Outages don’t typically last very long, but the widespread nature of the issue could cause some delays depending on its cause. Earlier this year, a PlayStation Network issue lasted over 24 hours, prompting an apology gift of extra subscription days to PS Plus members.
If the Xbox Live outage turns out to be similarly severe, Microsoft may also extend an olive branch. As it stands, the recent price increase of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is likely exacerbating subscribers’ frustrations with the major server issue. Xbox has also been making a controversial push to focus on streaming services and a digital software platform, which are all affected by outages.
Hopefully, Microsoft’s current issues will be resolved much more quickly. For now, however, Xbox Live remains inaccessible for many users, cutting off access to online gaming and services.
UPDATE: 2025/10/29 13:33 EST BY BEN BROSOFSKY
Microsoft explains potential cause
According to the latest Azure status update, Microsoft suspects “an inadvertent configuration change” as the root of the problem. A rollback to the last known stable state is being attempted as a fix.
- Brand
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Xbox
- Original Release Date
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November 10, 2020
- Original MSRP (USD)
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Series X priced at US$499 and the Series S priced at US$299
- Weight
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9.8 lb