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Can I use my old Xbox account on PC?

To take advantage of Xbox Play Anywhere, you will need to have installed the Windows 10 Anniversary Edition update on your PC, as well as the latest update on your Xbox console. Then, simply log into your Xbox Live/Microsoft account and your Xbox Play Anywhere games will be available to download.
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Can you transfer your Xbox account to PC?

It is possible to transfer your Xbox account to PC version of the game. As a result of this procedure, you will have 2 separate accounts - original one that you can still use from the console (but can't use in PC version anymore), and another fully fledged PC-account with no restrictions for using Gaijin Store etc.
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Can I transfer my Xbox Game Pass to another account PC?

Unfortunately there is no way to transfer a subscription from one account to another. You may want to use the Contact Us portal to speak to an agent about your accounts for options. I hope this helps.
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Is Xbox account same as Microsoft account?

You'll need a Microsoft account to create an Xbox account. A Microsoft account is not the same thing as an Xbox account, although you can use the same email address for both.
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Can I link my Xbox account to Steam?

Open Steam, and then launch a game that supports Xbox account linking (for example, Gears 5). Sign in to the Xbox network when prompted. Select the account linking option in the game's menu. When the Steam account linking overlay appears, select Yes, continue.
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Can you transfer your Xbox account to another Microsoft account?

Unfortunately that is not possible. Xbox accounts and Microsoft accounts are essentially the same thing. Nothing can be transferred between accounts.
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Can you use same Microsoft account on PC and Xbox?

You can only sign in to the Xbox app for Windows PC and Xbox Console Companion app with one Microsoft account at a time. However, you can switch between different Microsoft accounts.
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How do I transfer from one Microsoft account to another?

Enter the Control Panel in the search box.
  1. Select System on the interface.
  2. Click Advanced System Settings.
  3. Choose Settings under the User Profiles.
  4. Choose the profile you want to copy, and then click Copy to.
  5. Select Browse to or enter the folder name, and then click OK.
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Can I merge 2 Microsoft accounts?

For security reasons, it's not possible to merge or combine Microsoft accounts, nor can you transfer such things as your game progress or gamertag, account purchases and balance from one account to another. Microsoft personal accounts and Microsoft 365 work or school accounts can be used side by side.
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How do I transfer my Microsoft account to my computer?

Hi, You can transfer your Office to a new computer by signing into your Office Account on your new computer at: https://account.microsoft.com/services/ You will see an Install link. If your documents are on OneDrive, where they normally are stored by default you should not have a problem.
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Can I transfer my old Microsoft account to another email?

After adding and confirming the new email address, on your Microsoft account page, just select "Make this the primary email address". About transferring data to another account, nothing can be transferred between accounts. You cannot transfer your data to another account.
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How to unlink an Xbox account from a Microsoft account on PC?

To unlink a device:
  1. Sign in with your Microsoft account at account.microsoft.com/devices/content.
  2. Find the device you want to remove and select Unlink.
  3. Review your device details and select Unlink.
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Can I play my Xbox games 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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Can I play my Xbox games on Steam?

Your Steam Deck can now use Xbox Cloud Gaming through the Microsoft Edge browser.
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How do I find out what accounts are linked to my Microsoft account?

From a Windows 10 device where you're already signed in, select Start > Settings > Accounts . Under Email & app accounts, you'll see the usernames associated with your device.
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Is my Xbox account password the same as my Microsoft account?

Unfortunately, these passwords are one and the same. It is not possible to have two separate like you want. The only way a different password is used for example if you MS account ended in a yahoo, g-mail domain.
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What happens if I remove my Xbox from my Microsoft account?

Before you completely delete your Xbox Live account, you should know that once you request deletion, it's gone forever – and that includes all your games, funds, subscriptions, and everything you have on the account.
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Can I delete my Xbox account but not my Microsoft account?

no you can't, it used to be possible before 2008 then everything was merged, the Xbox account IS the Microsoft account they are not just simply linked, they are one in the same, they cannot be separated or spilt in any way, you cannot reset the account either.
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Can you transfer Xbox Game Pass to another account?

Yes, standard Xbox home sharing policies apply for both Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold. If you have an Ultimate subscription and have designated your home Xbox, you'll automatically share your subscription with any profile signed in on that console.
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Can you transfer an Xbox account to a different Microsoft account?

Unfortunately that is not possible. Xbox accounts and Microsoft accounts are essentially the same thing. Nothing can be transferred between accounts.
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Can I move everything from one Microsoft account to another?

Manually transfer Microsoft 365 Family or Personal to a different Microsoft account
  1. Step 1: Set up a new Microsoft 365 subscription with the Microsoft account you want to transfer to. ...
  2. Step 2: Decide what services you want to transfer and update (if appropriate) ...
  3. Cancel your Microsoft 365 subscription.
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Has Xbox stopped game sharing?

When you switch your home Xbox, your shared licences will no longer be available to others playing on your old home console. You'll need to be signed in online to your old Xbox console to allow them to play your games and apps (when you're not on your new home console).
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What's the difference between Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate?

There are three tiers to Xbox Game Pass: Console, PC and Ultimate. The first includes only Xbox games, the second is for Windows PC gamers and the third covers both platforms. Moreover, PC and Ultimate tiers include access to EA Play, which consists of access to EA games, rewards and other members-only content.
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Should I get Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for PC or Game Pass?

With more than 400 games to play on virtually any device, Microsoft's subscription service is a must-have for any PC-gaming household.
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Is Xbox Ultimate worth it on PC?

TechRadar Verdict. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is an obvious purchase for anyone planning to play games on both Xbox and PC. It's cheaper than paying for each platform's library separately, and includes online play for the console, which would be worth the monthly fee alone.
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