Rakuten and Costco). Some people also have Microsoft Rewards they can convert into months of Live Gold. (Get separate 6- or 12-month codes, but opt for the latter where possible.)
As a reminder, select Xbox games are available for free every month to Xbox Live Gold and Game Pass Ultimate members. Availability varies by title and we've listed this month's lineup, sorted chronologically by release date. August 1 to 31:Blue Fire(regularly $25.99) ...