How to Cancel Xbox Game Pass
Cancel Xbox Game Pass or PC Game Pass in under 3 minutes via Microsoft account settings.
How hard
Easy
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This one's quick. Most people finish in under 3 minutes. No phone calls, no retention loops, no hidden fees.
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Best time to cancel
Refund policy
No refunds. Access continues until end of billing period.
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Step-by-step instructions
Pick your platform — the steps are slightly different on web vs mobile.
Go to cancellation page →
- Go to account.microsoft.com/services → sign in.
- Find "Xbox Game Pass" or "PC Game Pass" → click "Cancel".
- Follow the prompts → confirm cancellation.Games in the Game Pass library are no longer playable after cancellation. Games you've purchased separately are unaffected.
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After you cancel
- ✓Save the confirmation email
- ✓Check your bank or card statement in 30 days
- ✓Disable auto-pay on the merchant's side if available
Dark Pattern Score
2/10Straightforward
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Common issues
I have Game Pass Ultimate — does cancelling also cancel Xbox Live Gold?
Yes. Game Pass Ultimate includes Xbox Live Gold. Cancelling Ultimate removes both. Your multiplayer access ends at the end of the billing period.
Can I cancel Xbox Game Pass on my Xbox console?
Yes. On your Xbox: press the Xbox button → Settings → Account → Subscriptions → Game Pass → Cancel.
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Verified May 2026
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