In case you don’t actually have an Xbox Live Gold already, you should definitely get an upgrade right now. Or think about it for a couple of days, but do know that January 5th is the last day to decide for the Gold account.

And here’s some incentive for your thinking. The upgrade will get you a free gift from Microsoft. You will have access to free downloadable content from Xbox.

In order to get the gift you will have to sign up for a 12 month Xbox Live Gold membership. But you were going to do that anyway.

Here are the available downloadable gifts. Just go ahead and pick one!
Hexic 2: Spin trios of hexes to create groups of matching colors in this puzzle favorite.

Hardwood Spades: Play the classic party card game with friends over Xbox LIVE.

Poker Smash: Make vertical and horizontal matches by forming poker hands in this puzzle game.

N+: Become a daring ninja with unique, physics-based controls, and stylish animated graphics.

EVERY EXTEND EXTRA EXTREME: Unique, fun gameplay mixes with hip and cool original music.

Crackdown Getting Busy Bonus Pack: New vehicles, weapons, game modes, equipment, and achievements.

Halo 3 Legendary Map Pack: Grab these three new maps for the ultimate multiplayer experience.

via Xbox