Why Microsoft Is Cancelling Some Xbox Game Pass Subscriptions
Due to findings from an investigation from the UK's Competition and Markets Authority, Microsoft has begun canceling certain Xbox Game Pass subscriptions. Tech companies are no strangers to regulations from the government, especially larger ones like Microsoft, which has to deal with the turbulence of international trade. The company's Xbox Game Pass subscription is the latest service to have renewed regulations, with changes coming to how the company handles its renewal and cancelation policies.
Since its introduction, Xbox Game Pass has been regarded as one of the best values in the gaming industry. Especially with the volume and quality of Game Pass reveals during Summer Game Fest, subscribers of the service have a lot to be excited about. Starfield, Redfall, and Hollow Knight: Silksong are just a few of the heavy hitters coming to the service over the course of the next year. However, in addition to new games, some other changes will be coming to Game Pass soon.
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Following the UK Competition and Markets Authority's investigation, Microsoft is changing Game Pass to make it easier for subscribers to cancel their subscription or turn off auto-renew for the service. In addition, dormant accounts will begin having their subscriptions automatically ended, without any action needed on the user's end. It seems these changes are coming to both Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold, making it easier for all Xbox players to manage their subscriptions.
Along with a possible family plan for Xbox Game Pass, more transparency will be coming soon. These changes will be rolling out worldwide, even though the investigation was UK-based. Inactive memberships being canceled is a key
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