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Can I play games purchased from the Microsoft Store on PC?

How does Xbox Play Anywhere work? When you buy an Xbox Play Anywhere digital game through the Xbox Store or the Windows Store, it's yours to play on Xbox and Windows 10 PC at no additional cost.
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How do I play games bought from Microsoft Store?

Microsoft apps and games, including Xbox
  1. Press the Xbox button on your controller.
  2. Select My games & apps > Ready to install.
  3. Select the game, then select Install.
  4. For game add-ons that aren't installed, select Games, choose a game, press the Menu button, and then select Manage game.
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Can I play offline if I buy a game in Microsoft Store?

Most games with a campaign mode will be playable offline, but games with network co-op or multiplayer features will not work while you're offline. While playing offline, some features, such as the ability to purchase additional items from the Microsoft Store, will not be available.
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Is Microsoft Store the same on Xbox and PC?

The Xbox app on PC relies on two Microsoft accounts: the Microsoft Store account, and the Xbox account (your PC gaming account). The Microsoft Store account provides access to owned games, subscription benefits, and other Xbox app purchases made by that account.
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Can Microsoft Store games be played with Steam?

Of course, the answer is “Yes”. Steam is a widely popular online game platform that you can use to manage your games with ease. There is a specific option to add Windows games to Steam in the library interface. Besides, you can add the game shortcut from Windows Stores to Steam with the help of an open-source tool.
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How do I convert Microsoft games to Steam?

How to add a Microsoft App game from the Store to your Steam...
  1. Open Steam.
  2. Click on “+ ADD A GAME” (bottom left corner of steam)
  3. Choose “Add a Non-Steam Game…”
  4. Choose “BROWSE…”
  5. Go to “C:\Windows\”
  6. Scroll down and open “explorer.exe” from “C:\Windows\”
  7. Leave it selected and click “ADD SELECTED PROGRAMS”
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How do I put Microsoft Store games on my desktop?

Create a game shortcut on your desktop
  1. Click Start, and then click Computer.
  2. Double-click Drive C.
  3. Open the Program files folder.
  4. Open the Microsoft Games folder, and then open the specific game folder.
  5. Locate the executable file for the game.
  6. Right-click the executable file, and then click Create Shortcut.
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What is the difference between Windows Store and Microsoft Store?

The Microsoft Store – formerly called the Windows Store -- is an online marketplace for consumers to buy and download a variety of items. The store enables users to purchase hardware such as PCs, Surface products and Xbox consoles, or download software and digital content, including apps, games, movies or TV shows.
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Is it better to buy Xbox or gaming PC?

At Crucial® the answer is clear; PC gaming is king. It's a better experience gaming on a PC than console due to all the advantages that PC gaming offers. No matter what you choose, the important thing is to play and have fun.
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Why Microsoft Store is not on the PC?

The Microsoft Store app may not be available if you're signed in to a local account. If you're using a work device, check with your administrator. The Microsoft Store app might have been turned off.
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Do you need Xbox Live to play Microsoft Store games on PC?

Do I need Xbox Live Gold to play online multiplayer games on PC? No. There's no additional charge to play online multiplayer games on PC. You will, however, need a wired or wireless internet connection to play online.
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Why can I download games from Microsoft Store?

Log Out and Back Into the Microsoft Store

You might not be able to download games because of a temporary bug or glitch within the Windows Store app. The easiest way to get rid of it is by logging out of the Store, ending its process, and then logging back in.
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Can you play Microsoft games without an Xbox?

Yes, we can play Xbox games on PC even if we do not own an Xbox console at home. Thanks to Xbox Cloud Gaming, all the best Xbox games can be played online by streaming them on our computer, anywhere around the world!
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Can I transfer my Xbox games to PC?

You can not transfer your Xbox games to any other platform. However, there are a few games which you can play both on PC and Xbox if you have a license for Xbox, One such game is Gears of War 4. So this is very much game dependent and not XBOX dependent.
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Where are games bought from Microsoft Store installed?

Viewing the location of programs and apps downloaded from the Microsoft Store. Programs and apps downloaded from the Microsoft Store are installed in the following path by default: C:/Program Files/WindowsApps (Hidden items). To check hidden items, open This PC, click View and select Hidden items.
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Do games bought on Microsoft Store transfer to Xbox?

EVERYTHING IS TIED TO YOUR ACCOUNT. ONCE YOU LOG IN ON THE NEW XBOX ONE S YOU WILL BE ABLE TO RE DOWNLOAD ALL YOUR GAMES AND YOUR SAVES WILL BE THERE!
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Is PC gaming actually worth it?

Absolutely. You can enjoy PC gaming with budget or high-end components, but the experience is top-tier compared to consoles. Higher quality, free online play, MODS, and much more make it worth it. Are you looking into getting into PC gaming?
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Is there a reason to buy an Xbox if you have a PC?

There is basically no reason the buy both. If you build a new PC with at least an RTX 3070, it will be on par or even more powerful than the Xbox Series X. If you are a supporter of super high frame rates (over 120Hz), only the PC will support it, since rumors say the Xbox Series X will max out at 120Hz.
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Is there any reason to buy an Xbox if you have a PC?

No, there is simply no need for you to buy an Xbox One if you have a good rig. I say it because the games are more or less the same on both the platforms. All Xbox exclusives are for PC too. If you like playing FPS games then you will have a better experience on PC.
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Is it OK to download from Microsoft Store?

All applications in the Windows Store are certified by Microsoft before they are made available. After a developer submits an app, it undergoes several tests where the app's packages are checked for viruses and malwares. You can also read the process about app verification through this page.
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Is it good to download from Microsoft Store?

Security. Microsoft Store apps are more secure than desktop applications. They are more secure because they are downloaded from the Microsoft Store, which is a trusted source.
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How does the Microsoft Store work from a PC?

Get apps from Microsoft Store on your Windows 10 PC
  1. Go to the Start button, and then from the apps list select Microsoft Store.
  2. Visit the Apps or Games tab in Microsoft Store.
  3. To see more of any category, select Show all at the end of the row.
  4. Select the app or game you'd like to download, and then select Get.
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Why can't i install games on Microsoft Store PC?

Try running the Windows Store apps Troubleshooter at Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot. Try resetting the Store cache: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/reset-windows-sto... If that fails go to Settings>Apps and highlight Microsoft Store, choose Advanced Settings, then Reset. After it resets, restart PC.
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How do I move games from Microsoft Store to Steam?

Sorry, no, you cannot transfer a game from the Microsoft Store platform to the Steam platform, they are a totally platform . . .
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How do I add Microsoft games to non Steam?

You can also click Add a Game in the bottom-left corner and select Add a Non-Steam Game. A pop-up will appear with all the software installed in your programs folder. If your game isn't listed (and it likely won't be), hit Browse. Go to the folder where the game is installed, click the game's executable, and hit Open.
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