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Apple Arcade is a boon for gamers because it gives iPhone and iPad users access to high-quality games that don't depend on ads and microtransactions for revenue — and those same games can be played on Apple TV and Macs as well.

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How to cancel Apple Arcade on your iPhone or iPad
How to cancel Apple Arcade on your Apple TV
How to cancel Apple Arcade on your Mac
How to cancel a subscription on an iPhone
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How do I cancel a game app subscription?
Why can't I cancel a subscription on my iPhone?
How do I stop Apple games from charging my card?

But if you have tried it and would rather stop paying $4.99 per month for the service, it's easy to cancel Apple Arcade. You can do it from any device that you play Apple Arcade games on, such as your iPhone or iPad, as well as Apple TV and your Mac.

How to cancel Apple Arcade on your iPhone or iPad

1. Start the App Store app and then tap your account icon at the top right.

2. Tap Subscriptions.

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How do I cancel a game app subscription?

Manage your subscriptions on Google Play.

On your Android device, go to your subscriptions in Google Play..

Select the subscription you want to cancel..

Tap Cancel subscription..

Follow the instructions..

Why can't I cancel a subscription on my iPhone?

The only subscriptions you can cancel on your Apple devices are those that you signed up for through the App Store using your Apple ID. If you're unable to cancel your subscription via your iPhone, iPad or Mac, you will likely need to cancel through the company's website, app, or customer service phone line.

How do I stop Apple games from charging my card?

You must first cancel any subscription: View, change, or cancel your subscriptions - https://support.apple.com/HT202039 - "Your membership or subscription might renew if you don't cancel your membership or subscription more than 24 hours before your renewal date." At this stage the renewal is considered a purchase.