Tech News Today
  • News
  • How To
  • Buyer’s Guide
  • Hardware
    • PC Builds
    • Computer Cases
    • Motherboards
    • Peripherals
    • RAM
  • Gaming
  • Software
  • More
    • Mobile
    • Gadgets
    • Laptops
    • Reviews
Facebook Twitter Instagram
Tech News Today
  • News
  • How To
  • Buyer’s Guide
  • Hardware
    • PC Builds
    • Computer Cases
    • Motherboards
    • Peripherals
    • RAM
  • Gaming
  • Software
  • More
    • Mobile
    • Gadgets
    • Laptops
    • Reviews
Tech News Today
Home»Gaming»Console»How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass

How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass

JoséBy JoséJanuary 21, 2022
How To Cancel Xbox Game Pass Ultimate? 3 Easy Ways

Microsoft offers a cohesive ecosystem of services for their PC and Xbox users. You may not be into it, though, so perhaps you want to know how to cancel Xbox Game Pass.

Table of Contents

  • Is Xbox Game Pass Worth It?
  • How To Cancel Xbox Game Pass?
    • Cancelling Xbox Game Pass on PC
    • Turning Off Recurring Billing of Xbox Game Pass
    • Cancel Xbox Game Pass on Xbox One / Xbox Series
    • What if My Xbox Does not Have the Built-in Cancel Option?
  • Related Questions
    • How Do I Get an Xbox Game Pass Refund?
    • Why Would I Want to Cancel My Subscription?
    • What is Xbox Game Pass?
    • What Do I Lose by Canceling the Xbox Game Pass Subscription?
    • Will the Free Games from Xbox Gold be Canceled?
    • What’s Xbox Game Pass?
    • How Do I Buy Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Upgrade to Xbox Game Pass?
    • Does Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Include EA Play?
    • How Do I Cancel Any Other Microsoft Services?

Is Xbox Game Pass Worth It?

Microsoft started with Xbox Game Pass for Xbox One users. Then, it extended to the Xbox Series family, and finally, for Windows PC.

The service delivers a rotating roster of games for a monthly fee. On top of that, it offers online access, special discounts, and game streaming. It has a list of benefits that keeps growing, and it looks like the best gaming service out there.

All in all, it’s a hefty subscription, but it may be something you don’t want to pay. For example, paying for a gaming service is not ideal if you don’t have much time to play. Similarly, if you don’t have a good internet connection or a reliable way to pay for the service, it could also become a hassle.

How To Cancel Xbox Game Pass?

xbox game pass ultimate cancel

You can cancel Xbox Game Pass at any time without any hidden fees.

Users have the option to end the subscription right on the expiration date. Depending on your membership status, you may also have a chance to finish it immediately and get a refund.

Moreover, Microsoft has tweaked the process over the years to make it easier. Currently, you can cancel Xbox Game Pass through any web browser or via the Xbox console family.

Microsoft tweaked the settings in recent years. In particular, they added a direct option to cancel the subscription from the Xbox’s UI. Previously, the console opened a web browser to finish the process.

Cancelling Xbox Game Pass on PC

Xbox Game Pass PC users can cancel and manage the subscription via a web browser. You can do this on a PC, a smartphone, or a tablet.

  1. Open your web browser
    We recommend following the steps on your PC, as it would be easier. So, just open your favorite browser to continue.
  2. Go to Microsoft’s services pagemicrosoft account
  3. Sign in to your account
  4. microsoft account
    Click on the profile icon at the top right and log in to your Microsoft / Xbox account.
  5. Enter your account
    my microsoft account
    Click on “My Microsoft account” next.
  6. Go to Xbox Game Pass
    services and subscriptions
    Click on the Services & subscriptions tab at the top. It accesses a menu where you can manage and buy Microsoft services.
  7. Manage Xbox Game Pass Ultimatexbox game pass ultimate manage
    Then, scroll down to the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate section, and click on Manage. You could also see a Payment & billing option instead of Manage. If that’s the case, click on Payment & billing.

    You could see Turn on recurring billing instead of a Manage link. This means your subscription is about to expire, and Microsoft won’t charge you automatically after the date. If this is the case, there’s nothing else you need to do; simply enjoy the service until it ends. 
  8. Cancel the subscription
    xbox game pass cancel manage
    Inside the Manage menu, you’ll see the option to cancel the service. Click on “Cancel” and then confirm your decision.

    If you’re eligible for a refund, Microsoft will show you to options:
    • Don’t charge me (it won’t charge you the monthly fee on the next payment date)
    • Cancel immediately and get a refund

Turning Off Recurring Billing of Xbox Game Pass

recurrent billing

You can choose to pay for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate manually or automatically. If you turn on recurring billing, it means the service will charge the fee to your credit card immediately on the due date. 

Therefore, if you turn it off, the service will stop when it finishes the period you paid for.

  1. Go back to your Services & Subscriptions
    Let’s rewind: go to your browser and visit Microsoft’s page. Then, log in to your account, and click on the services tab.
  2. Change the recurrent billing optionrecurrent billing options
    Scroll down to the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tab. Here, you’ll see a Change link to tweak your recurring billing options.
  3. Turn off recurring billing
    Lastly, turn off the recurrent billing, and confirm your decision. It will cancel your subscription once the period ends.

Cancel Xbox Game Pass on Xbox One / Xbox Series

There’s an option on the UI to cancel Xbox Game Pass. Moreover, the interface allows you to manage payments, billing, and similar features.

It’s a very straightforward method, so we recommend Xbox users do this process. If your firmware is not up to date, though, the console may open its built-in web browser to complete the process.

  1. Open the Xbox guide
    xbox button guide
    Turn on your console and press the Xbox button on your controller to open its guide.
  2. Go to Profile & System
    profile and system
    On the drop-down menu, press “X” in your profile icon. The icon is at the top right.
  3. Go to Settings
    xbox settings
    On the Profile & system menu, press “X” on Settings.
  4. Select Account
    xbox account menu 2
    Then, press “X” on the Account option.
  5. Go to the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriptionssbuscriptions
    On the right panel, select Subscriptions.
  6. Select the service you want to cancelcancel xbox game pass via
    The new screen showcases all of your active services. If you want to cancel Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, simply select the service and continue by pressing “X.”
  7. Cancel the service
    cancel xbox game pass service via
    The last step is fairly easy. There’s an option to cancel the subscription straight away, so you only need to press it and confirm your choice.
    Otherwise, you can turn off recurring billing, so the service ends automatically once it reaches its expiration date.

    As usual, if you see the option “Turn on recurring billing,” there won’t be a button to cancel the service. You wouldn’t need to do anything else to cancel the service. But if this is the case and you want a refund, you’d have to turn on recurring billing and then press on Cancel.

What if My Xbox Does not Have the Built-in Cancel Option?

If you don’t see the options I shared above, here’re the alternative steps.

  1. Go to Subscriptions in the Accounts menu
    As before, press the Xbox button on your controller, go to Profile & system, then Settings, then Account, and finally Subscriptions on the right panel.
  2. Select your service
    xbox subscriptions 1
    Then, select Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or the subscription you want to cancel. Press “X” on its large box to manage it.
  3. Manage the subscriptionview and manage subscription
    On the right panel, go to View and Manage subscription. 
  4. Let the browser load
    The Xbox will open the Microsoft website from its web browser. The browser will log into your Microsoft account automatically. Wait until everything loads.
  5. Cancel the subscription
    manage xbox one xbox game pass ultimate
    After it loads, you’ll see the option to Manage your subscription. Alternatively, you’ll see the option to change the recurring billing.
    For now, press “X” on Manage.
    (You can use your thumbsticks to move the cursor).
  6. Cancel your subscriptioncancel subscription
    Lastly, select “Cancel” to cancel Xbox Game Pass . Alternatively, you can turn off recurring billing, so the service stops once it reaches the payment date.

Related Questions

How Do I Get an Xbox Game Pass Refund?

Microsoft will offer a refund if you cancel the service during the first 30 days of your first payment. You’d get a refund within 72 hours.

Why Would I Want to Cancel My Subscription?

Although the service is very compelling, there’re various reasons why you would want to cancel:

  • You don’t have enough time to play
  • The access to the games ends once the subscription ends
  • You already have many of the titles the service offers
  • You don’t like many of the titles in the service
  • You’re playing on other platforms like Steam because that’s where your friends are
  • You want to save some money
  • Paying for the service is difficult in your region. Here’re the countries where Xbox Game Pass is available.
  • You’re playing on PC

What is Xbox Game Pass?

Xbox Game Pass is a subscription service. Mostly, it gives players access to a library of games (indies and AAA titles) for the opportunity to try them out without buying them.

The Xbox Game Pass service includes:

  • Xbox Live Gold gives access to the multiplayer feature of non-free-to-play titles. So, for example, Fortnite is free-to-play on Xbox, as users don’t require paying a monthly service to access the online game. Also, Gold gives you 4 free games every month (two newer games, and two Xbox 360 / Xbox games with backward compatibility).
  • Xbox Game Pass : offers over 100 console and PC games available to download, play, or stream.
  • EA Play: offers access to the entire library of EA games, like the Dragon Age series, or the Battlefield series. The latest title in the FPS saga (Battlefield 2042) is not available on EA Play, though.
  • Games on release day: Xbox exclusive games become a part of the service on release day.
  • Special discounts: users also have special deals to buy games and DLCs in the Xbox store. 
  • Perks: perks include free in-game content and partner offers.
  • Cross-play: you can use the same account on both your console and your PC
PC users don’t need Xbox Gold to play multiplayer games, which is why the service doesn’t exist for PC.

What Do I Lose by Canceling the Xbox Game Pass Subscription?

Canceling your Xbox Game Pass subscription revokes access to any game you got from its library, including the ones you already installed.

Additionally, you’ll lose extra benefits like Xbox Live Gold, which is the online membership you require to play paid multiplayer games.

Similarly, you’ll lose access to the discounts and perks the service offers.

Lastly, you lose the cloud gaming feature, which means you won’t be able to stream Xbox games on other consoles while using an Xbox controller.

Will the Free Games from Xbox Gold be Canceled?

The free games you got with Gold will be yours after you cancel. You can play them offline and free of charge.

Even if you don’t have a subscription, you can re-download these games at any time.

What’s Xbox Game Pass?

Xbox Game Pass is the vanilla version. It gives access to the library of games but doesn’t offer discounts or Gold membership.

How Do I Buy Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Upgrade to Xbox Game Pass?

Directly from the console, go to Store > Memberships. Here, you can buy memberships and upgrade your subscriptions. 

Does Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Include EA Play?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members get EA Play on Xbox One, Xbox Series, and Windows 10/11 (via the Xbox app or EA Desktop).

PC Game Pass gets EA Play as well.

How Do I Cancel Any Other Microsoft Services?

The steps for canceling other Microsoft services are the same. You go to the website, access the Subscription tab, and manage the service you want to cancel or tweak.

how-to
José

I'm a content creator happy to write, film, edit, and share original content. I used to work as a journalist, yet I'm constantly pursuing other creative and fun endeavors On the side, I manage an entertainment YouTube channel. On my downtime, I'm an avid casual gamer -if such a thing exists. See, I'd rather play Mass Effect for the 100th time than try my luck on Warzone again. . Oh, I'm also a father, which is my best job.

Related Posts

how-to-update-games-on-ps4

How to Update Games on PS4 and PS5

June 6, 2022
ps4-power-supply

Best PS4 Power Supply for Your Console

June 5, 2022
double nat detected

4 Ways to Permanently Fix “Double NAT Detected” Error

May 21, 2022
ps5 wifi 6

Does the PS5 have Wi-Fi 6? How to Enable it

May 21, 2022
xbox one offline update

How to Update Xbox One Offline

May 11, 2022
How To Get More Storage On Xbox One

How to Get More Storage on Xbox One or Xbox Series?

May 9, 2022
Add A Comment

Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

Latest Posts
fighting-games

11 Best Fighting Games on Steam

June 8, 2022
what-is-the-blue-circle-on-my-samsung

What Is the Blue Circle on My Samsung

June 8, 2022
should-i-use-wd-discovery

What Is WD Discovery? Should I Use It?

June 8, 2022
You may also like
how-to-clear-other-storage-on-iphone

How to Clear Other Storage on iPhone?

June 8, 2022
change drive letter windows 10 11

How To Change A Drive Letter On Windows 10 Or 11

June 8, 2022
how to reset imac without password

How to Reset iMac Without Password

June 8, 2022
Recommended
Cookie Clicker Garden Guide

Cookie Clicker Garden Guide to Unlocking Every Seed

September 26, 2021
monitor no signal

Computer Turns On But Monitor Says No Signal (9 Ways To Fix)

October 25, 2021
Facebook Twitter Pinterest
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Affiliate Disclosure
© 2022 TechNewsToday.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.