Published on 28/11/2007

Microsoft is making it even easier to expand your Friends network on Xbox LIVE®, starting with the Fall Dashboard Update on December 4. You'll be able to check out the friends lists of fellow Xbox LIVE members right from the Dashboard. With this new feature, members can find old friends or connect with new ones within the community of more than eight million people on Xbox LIVE around the globe and send messages and game invites, as well as compare games and Achievements.

Friends of Friends Coming to Xbox LIVE

When the new update comes up on December 4th 2007, you will be able to view the buddy lists of friends. Xbox thinks this will enhance the gaming experience by making more friends and finding "old" friends.

The age limit is 13, anyone below this will not be able to view other peoples lists. The xbox user can change how people see their friends lists:

Everyone (only available to members 18 and older)
Friends only (available to members 13 and older)
Blocked (available to all members, and automatic for anyone under the age of 13)

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