Yes, but the fee for the 360 is actually pretty minimal. Between $3-$4 a month. If you look around a bit you can fins 12+1 month cards on sale in stores. It is normally $50 if you just renew through Xbox, but I would never do that when I can pay the same and get an extra month free. http://www.buy.com/prod/xbox-360-live-12-month-gold-subscription-card-free-1-month-bonus/q/loc/108/201975268.html And with some games, a free 1 month subscription is included with a new game, GTA:IV came with a free month of xbox live. Also, your 360 comes with 3 free months of live, but you have to make a new account for each month. I can explain it better if someone is interested through a message.