How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass

Xbox Game Pass has developed quite a cult following among gamers, and for good reason. With over 100 top quality titles on offer, Game Pass can keep a gamer glued to their playing device for hours. At some point, however, even some of the best titles may lose their allure and you may want to back out of a Game Pass subscription.

In this guide, we’re going to show how to cancel an Xbox subscription and discuss the implications of such a move.

What’s Xbox Game Pass?

Xbox Game Pass is a subscription service introduced by Microsoft in 2017 that gives a gamer access to a large library of titles. Whether you’re a fan of indie games or Triple-A masterpieces, there’s something for everyone. There’s even a Live subscription that gives gamers an opportunity to test their skills against other gamers around the world in real-time.

Why Is Xbox Game Pass so Popular?

There is plenty to love about Xbox’s Game Pass subscription. Before you cancel, let’s review what the service does give you just to be sure you’re ready to move forward with the cancellation.

• There’s no need to wait for games to be physically mailed to you as with other subscription services. Simply download and play.
• They offer both single-player titles, as well as and streamed multiplayer titles.
• Titles can be accessed using a PC, smartphone, or even an Xbox console.
• You get free games for as long as your subscription is maintained.
• Every exclusive title remains in the library indefinitely.
• New releases launch on Game Pass on their first day of release.
• It offers hard-to-beat subscription packages.

Why Would I Want to Cancel My Subscription?

Although the service doesn’t have too many downsides, there are still several reasons why someone might want to cancel their Xbox Game Pass subscription.

1. If you don’t have a lot of time to play, you might end up not playing some games.
2. Access to “free games” is gone once the subscription lapses.
3. You may already own some of the titles on offer.
4. You may want a more diverse array of games.

How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass

Previously, it was possible to cancel a subscription via the Xbox Game Pass console, but unfortunately, this option is no longer available. These days, you can only unsubscribe from the web.

The good thing is that the cancellation process is pretty much the same on a PC, smartphone, or the web browser on the console. It will be necessary to log into your Microsoft account in each case.

Here are the general steps to follow to cancel Xbox Game Pass:

1. On your browser, visit the official Microsoft website at https://www.microsoft.com/.
2. Sign in to your Microsoft account.
3. Open the Xbox Game Pass section.
4. Click on “Manage.”
5. Select “Change.”
6. Select “Turn Off Recurring Billing.”
7. Click on “Confirm Cancellation.”

How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass on PC

Cancelling an Xbox Game Pass subscription on a PC is straightforward.

1. On your browser, visit the official Microsoft website at https://www.microsoft.com/.
   
2. Sign in to your Microsoft account.
   
3. Click on “Services and Subscriptions.” This will launch a new page showing a list of all your subscriptions. This will include things like Office 365, Xbox Live Gold, and Xbox Game Pass.
   
4. Scroll down and click on the “Manage” tab next to Xbox Game Pass. This will launch the subscription management page.
   
5. On the management page, select “Cancel.”
   
6. At this point, Microsoft will give you the option of merely pausing your recurring subscriptions. But to cancel them completely, simply select “Turn Off Recurring Billing” to confirm the cancellation.

After successfully canceling your Xbox Game Pass subscription, a new page will open with a confirmation message from Microsoft stating that you won’t be charged on the next billing date.

How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass on Your Phone

1. On your browser, visit the official Microsoft website at https://www.microsoft.com/.
2. Sign in to your Microsoft account.
3. Click on “Services and Subscriptions.”
4. Scroll down and click on the “Manage” tab next to Xbox Game Pass.
5. Select “Change.”
6. Select “Turn Off Recurring Billing.”
7. Click on “Confirm Cancellation.”

How to Cancel Your Xbox Game Pass Subscription After It’s Due

Unfortunately, it’s not possible to cancel your subscription after the payment due date if you’ve not paid the current balance. If you let your subscription continue past your billing due date and fail to send a payment, Microsoft suspends your account but won’t cancel it.

To fully cancel your subscription, you’ll have to pay the past due balance first. In these circumstances, you might also want to contact Microsoft’s customer care for further guidance.

How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass on Your Xbox One

You can cancel an Xbox Game Pass subscription using the web browser on Xbox One. To do so:

1. Visit https://www.microsoft.com/ and sign in to your account.
2. Open the Xbox Game Pass section.
3. Scroll down and click on the “Manage” tab next to Xbox Game Pass.
4. Select “Change.”
5. Select “Turn Off Recurring Billing.”
6. Click on “Confirm Cancellation.”

How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is an upgraded subscription package that comes with Xbox Live Gold as well as over 100 quality games. If you are no longer interested in this package, you can cancel it in a few simple steps.

1. On your browser, visit the official Microsoft website at https://www.microsoft.com/.
2. Sign in to your Microsoft account.
3. Click on “Services and Subscriptions.” This will launch a new page showing a list of all your subscriptions.
4. Scroll down and click on the “Manage” tab next to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
5. On the management page, select “Cancel.”
6. Select “Turn Off Recurring Billing” to confirm the cancellation.

How Do You Cancel Your Xbox Live Subscription?

To cancel your Xbox Live package:

1. Visit the Xbox website using a browser.
2. Find the “My Xbox” tab and enter your credentials to sign in.
3. Click on the account icon in the top right corner.
4. In the resulting pop-up menu, click on the three small dots and then select “Subscriptions.”
5. Open the Xbox Gold Live package and click on “Manage.”
6. Select “Cancel Subscription” and click on “Next.”
7. Click on “Confirm” to complete the process.

Additional FAQs

Can You Keep the Games from Xbox Game Pass?

If you run down your Xbox game Pass subscription, you won’t be able to play again until the subscription is renewed. However, all the games you’ve downloaded and installed will remain in your account. They just aren’t accessible.

Is Xbox Live Free Right Now?

Unfortunately, it’s not. Xbox Live currently costs $14.99 per month. Although there were recent rumors that Microsoft intended to made Xbox Live free, the tech giant put these rumors to bed and confirmed that Xbox Live will continue to be a pay-to-play package, at least for the foreseeable future.

Does Xbox Game Pass Have Auto-Renewal?

Yes. Xbox Game Pass auto-renews after every 30 days. On the auto-renewal date, the full subscription fee is charged, and your subscription is extended for another 30 days. However, you can disable auto-renewal by turning off “Recurrent Billing” in the “Manage” section of your account.

What Happens When You Cancel Xbox Game Pass?

Once your subscription is canceled, you can continue enjoying all the benefits of your existing package until the next billing date when the subscription ends. To restart your subscription, visit https://www.microsoft.com/, sign in to your account, select the Xbox tab and follow the on-screen instructions.

Can I Get a Refund for the Rest of My Game Pass?

No. Instead, Microsoft continues to give you access to all your games until the next billing date, when the subscription will expire.

Can I Cancel My Xbox Game Pass Subscription Immediately?

No. When you cancel a subscription, it does not end immediately. Instead, it continues until your next billing date. Through this arrangement, Microsoft won’t send you a refund, but will instead keep the account open for the remainder of the time left on your subscription.

Take Charge of Your Xbox Game Pass Subscription

Xbox Game Pass provides access to a wide array of games, enough to keep gamers busy for hours on end. But if for some reason you want to cancel your subscription, Microsoft has ensured that the process is easy and straightforward. What’s your experience trying to cancel an Xbox Game Pass subscription? Let’s engage in the comments.