Okay, even though I enjoy the great number of games that are available for the 360, there are some annoying issues that I have with the overall experience I have with this console. First there's Xbox Live. I'm currently a Gold member, but where are the "real" Gold member benefits? Yes, there is online, but its a shame to consider a one week advance in downloadable content from the marketplace a Gold membership benefit. It's pathetic. I have yet to see anything significant in this regard. Another annoyance with Xbox Live is the requirement to pay for gamer pics and themes(especially for games that you already own). We shouldn't have to pay for gamer pics! It's rediculous! The amount of money one could spend on content from the marketplace is shameful. Another flaw that I have seen is the inconsistent Xbox Live service. I REALLY wanted to play my 360 online after getting back from a long, tiring Christmas trip, but I couldn't no thanks to the guys of Xbox Live and their inability to foresee the certainty of a surge of online users during the holidays.

Even with so many flaws and annoyances, Xbox Live can still be great multiplayer fun. It has grown to have some good content like free downloadable demos and videos that keep gamers excited and entertained. Still I think Microsoft could do a lot more to satisfy their HUGE customers and Xbox Live members that support it and lay down hard earned cash for the all to often high priced items.