Xbox Live Tops 2 Million Users

By Digital Trends Staff July 20, 2005

Microsoft’s Xbox group must be very happy campers right now as their latest numbers on membership of Xbox Live show strong growth over the last year. The size of the community, Microsoft says, has effectively doubled to 2 million users. This is the estimated equivalent of one new member every 30 seconds.

The computer giant, according to a press release, equates this exponential growth largely to a growing library of videogame titles that deliver online experiences, the availability of more downloadable content for extended game play experiences and an already active online community.

“Reaching the 2 million member milestone in such a short time speaks volumes about the depth and vibrancy of the Xbox Live community,” said Robbie Bach, senior vice president of the Home and Entertainment Division and chief Xbox officer at Microsoft. “This enormous growth is a true testament to the compelling content and engaging experiences enabled through Xbox Live today. The service is inspired by the creative power of the individual and fueled by the passion of a worldwide community.”

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