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How can Google Stadia owners request a refund before the service officially shuts down

Google has announced it will be shutting down Stadia in 2023 (Image via Google) Google recently announced that it will be , its cloud gaming platform, in early 2023. Many people might not be surprised to hear that Google is shutting down yet another one of its services. However, since Stadia isn't a free-to-use service from the tech giant, it becomes a liability for those who invested in dedicated peripherals, apart from the monthly fee. One lingering question that players have regarding Google's apparent shutdown of the gaming service is whether they will get refunds for purchases made through the dedicated store. The company has provided a few statements regarding the refunds, timings, and eligibility. Here's everything players need to know about requesting a refund for Google Stadia.

Google will issue refunds for all Stadia hardware and software purchases made through the dedicated storefront

Google s official statement

Google has confirmed that it will offer refunds for all hardware and software purchases that players have made through the Stadia store. This includes controllers, games, and . "We will be refunding all Stadia hardware purchases made through the Google Store, and all game and add-on content purchases made through the Stadia store." Vikings
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Which Stadia peripherals or services won t get refunded

The only service that players won't get a refund on (so far) is Pro subscriptions, which offer upgrades like 4K, HDR, and 5.1 surround sound support. Subscribers also get access to a library of games. A quick update on Pro subs: we’ve started processing cancellations on our end, which may trigger a cancellation email to subscribers. Rest assured that you’ll maintain access to Pro benefits until Stadia winds down.

More info: A quick update on Pro subs: we’ve started processing cancellations on our end, which may trigger a cancellation email to subscribers. Rest assured that you’ll maintain access to Pro benefits until Stadia winds down. More info: Considering that it is a subscription-based service, it is very likely that Google won't charge customers beyond the date it decides to phase out its cloud gaming service. However, as a precautionary step, players can manually cancel their subscriptions before the service is shut down.

How to request a refund for Google Stadia

Google has not disclosed the exact process of requesting a refund for the cloud gaming service and the peripherals associated with it. However, players can refer to the company's return policies for purchases made via the official storefront. Stadia players, find an important update on Stadia here:

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Returning the hardware

Google's digital storefront has a 15-day return policy, which users can access via the order history page on their account. Once they verify that their purchase is no older than 15 days, they can contact Google to request a refund for it.

Returning game and add-ons purchased through Google store

Much like Steam, Google follows a 14-day return policy for digital purchases on their cloud gaming platform. Any game that players have for less than two weeks and have not played for more than two hours can be refunded without much hassle. Pumpkin spice ain’t the only thing arriving this October.

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Requesting refund using Stadia s official website

Here are the steps players can follow to request a refund for their digital purchases of both hardware and games via the official website: Go to the cloud gaming service's official website and log in using their Google account.Click on their avatar icon. Select "Settings."Go into "Purchases & subscriptions."Go to the "Transaction history" section and select the item you want to return.Select "Request Refund" and follow the instructions.

Requesting a refund using the official app

Here are the steps players can follow to request a refund using the official app of Google's cloud gaming service: Open the cloud gaming service's official app. Tap on their avatar on top.Hit Purchases & Subscriptions.Go to the Transaction history section and select the item you want to return.Select Request Refund and follow the instructions. It should be noted that these steps are exclusively for purchases made through Google's official storefront. They are not applicable for peripherals bought from third-party vendors or Google's physical stores. Game Updates
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Here, we'll make it easy for you: You are currently one click away from playing Rainbow Six Siege (without spending a cent) all weekend long, Stadians.Here, we'll make it easy for you: Google will shut down its on January 18, 2023. Thus, those still using the subscription-based service should acquaint themselves with the company's refund process post haste. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found