How to cancel your Xbox Game Pass subscription in simple steps

Xbox owners can play popular titles, such as Forza Horizon, Resident Evil, Halo Infinite, and hundreds of games by buying them individually or subscribing to the Xbox Game Pass. The latter is a better way to download games on your Xbox console and play them whenever. For a monthly or annual fee, Xbox Game Pass offers a wide catalogue of game titles, including those from both renowned and small developers. The unlimited access to these games could inculcate an addiction in some players and if they are looking to take a break to get back to the real world, putting the Xbox Game Pass subscription to end would be an ideal thing to do. Also Read: PS6 And Next-Gen Xbox Expected to Launch in 2027; Xbox ‘Magnus’ Could Outperform Sony’s Console

You can cancel your Xbox Game Pass subscription in two ways: from the console or the Microsoft website. Here is a quick rundown of each method to guide you on cancelling your Xbox Game Pass subscription. Also Read: Forget ChatGPT And Gemini Nano Banana! Microsoft Launches MAI-Image-1 - The In House Text-To-Image Tool

Cancelling Xbox Game Pass using the console

• Access the Guide: Hold down the big, round Xbox button in the centre of your controller. This will bring up the translucent menu called the Guide.
• Navigate to Account Settings: Using the thumbstick on your controller, navigate through the Guide menu. Look for the section titled “Profile & system” and select it. Within “Profile & system,” find “Settings.” Once in Settings, navigate to “Account” and choose “Subscriptions.”
• Manage your Xbox Game Pass Subscription: You will see a list of active subscriptions. Find the one labelled “Xbox Game Pass.” Highlight it with your thumbstick and press the “A” button on your controller to select it.
• Initiate Cancellation: You will see an option labelled “Cancel subscription.” Select this option using the “A” button.
• Follow On-Screen Instructions: After selecting “Cancel subscription,” the system will walk you through the confirmation process. These on-screen instructions might involve choosing a reason for cancellation or confirming the date your access will expire.

Cancelling Xbox Game Pass using the Microsoft website

• Visit the Services & Subscriptions Page: Open your web browser and head over to the Microsoft Account Services page. You can find this page directly by searching online, or you can access it through your Microsoft account dashboard.
• Sign In with your Microsoft Account: This is the same Microsoft account you use to access your Xbox and Xbox Game Pass subscription. Enter your login credentials and proceed.
• Locate your Xbox Game Pass Subscription: Once signed in, you should see a list of your active subscriptions associated with your Microsoft account. Find the subscription labelled “Xbox Game Pass”.
• Access Management Options: Click the “Manage” button located next to your Xbox Game Pass subscription.
• Cancel the Subscription: You will now see a button labelled “Cancel subscription”. Click on this button to initiate the cancellation process.
• Confirm Cancellation: The website will likely prompt you to confirm your decision. Follow the on-screen instructions to finalise the cancellation.

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