Xbox Shocks Players by Revoking Free Access to Popular Game!

It appears that Xbox is reportedly taking away access to a popular game that was previously free for a brief period. Today’s gaming landscape offers remarkable convenience due to cloud streaming, affordable consoles like the Xbox Series S, and services such as Xbox Game Pass. Not only that, but there’s an abundance of free games available – some through temporary promotions, while others are part of service offerings like Fortnite and Warzone. This era is a golden one for gaming enthusiasts, with numerous ways to enter and exit the medium at minimal cost. However, it’s important to note that we possess relatively few of our games in this highly digital age.

The absence of personal ownership is a price paid for convenience, yet it’s uncommon for platforms like Xbox or PlayStation to exploit this lack of ownership. Regrettably, some Xbox users experienced issues this week. Last month, the game Alan Wake Remastered was available on Xbox at no cost. All that was required was redeeming a free trial for Alan Wake 2, and then the remaster would be yours. This seemed like an effective marketing strategy for those new to the series and eager to play the critically acclaimed Alan Wake 2, but it may not have been intentional.

Xbox Revokes Free Copies of Alan Wake Remastered

According to Wario64’s report, Microsoft has withdrawn all complimentary copies of “Alan Wake Remastered” from players who received it recently. While mistakes do occur, leading companies to cancel orders or restrict access, such actions usually take place within a couple of days. It’s uncommon for it to take a month, which is more than enough time for someone not only to complete the game “Alan Wake,” but also to achieve 100% completion and all its additional content. Here’s the message Xbox users allegedly received:

We noticed that the version of Alan Wake Remastered you purchased isn’t supposed to be on sale yet. As a result, we’re going to cancel your order, return any payments made, and take it out of your “My games & apps” list. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Although some individuals may have exploited this opportunity, it’s unfortunate for those who couldn’t spare the time for it, or could only play part of it and didn’t manage to complete it. Fortunately, the game isn’t overly costly, so fans can easily purchase it at an affordable price if they wish to continue playing or start fresh. What’s more, the game often goes on sale, providing numerous chances for people to acquire it without spending a large amount of money.

The Alan Wake series is among the top survival horror games available today, so I strongly suggest giving them a try. Although the release of Alan Wake 2 took more than a decade, Remedy Entertainment has assured us that we won’t have to wait as long for Alan Wake 3. Therefore, don’t let these games linger in your list of unplayed titles, as the upcoming sequel might catch you off guard if you delay playing too long.

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2025-03-14 08:10