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Can you transfer digital Xbox games?

Check here for the known game issues that we're currently tracking and find out what you can do about them. Network transfer lets one Xbox console copy games and apps from another console, so long as they're on the same home network. Copying this way can be faster than downloading another copy of the same game or app.
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Can you transfer ownership of a digital Xbox game?

On your console, sign in to Xbox Live using the gamertag that you used to purchase the content. Go to the Settings and then select Account. Go to Your Billing Options, and then select Licence Transfer. Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer the content licences.
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Can I gift a digital game that I already bought on Xbox?

If you already own a particular Xbox game, there are several ways for you to gift it to someone else. The easiest way is to buy a digital code from an online retailer such as Amazon, Best Buy, or Walmart. The code can be purchased and sent directly to the recipient's email address.
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Can I sell my digital Xbox games?

Gameflip is the best way to sell Xbox games for cash

Simply list your Xbox games using our website or our free mobile app. Once your game is sold, follow the instruction to ship (physical games) or send it (digital games) to the buyer.
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Can I sell my digital copy of a game?

Digital games can't be stuffed into a bag and hauled down to Main Street. They are lumps of code that are owned and controlled by the publishers of the games, and their retail partners. The code cannot be sold on, at least, not legally, without the publisher's permission.
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Is it legal to resell digital games?

Yes, you can re-sell your legally purchased or acquired software and video games.
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Can you download an Xbox One game on two consoles?

Yes. For a disc-based game, of course you can only play on the one with the disc in. For a digital download, the owner of the account with the game must sign in to the console. One console per account is designated the 'primary' console, and any other players can play the account-holder's games.
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Can Xbox family members share games?

When you share with Friends & Family, the primary account holder and up to four additional members each get their own unique access to all Xbox Game Pass Ultimate games, content, and benefits, regardless of what device they play on. All the people you invite can play at the same time, even the same game.
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Can you transfer game data from one Microsoft account to another?

Game Data and purchases cannot be transferred between Microsoft accounts. If you make a new account, it will let you make a new gamertag but your data/purchases will still only be on your old one.
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Do you permanently own digital games?

Don't want to pack hundreds or thousands of dollars worth of games in your checked bags? With a library of games stored on your hard drive, you'll never face that dilemma. In the same way, digital games can never be lost by accident; they remain on a player's account, essentially permanently.
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Why can t you trade digital games?

As long as you keep your account, your digital games are yours to keep, you won't lose them. Digital games have no monetary value once they are purchased. You are essentially just buying a very, very long license to play the games you buy, you don't actually own them outright. Therefore there is nothing to trade.
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Why can't you resell digital games?

Digital games can't be stuffed into a bag and hauled down to Main Street. They are lumps of code that are owned and controlled by the publishers of the games, and their retail partners. The code cannot be sold on, at least, not legally, without the publisher's permission.
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Can you resell a digital download?

There are lots of online marketplaces where you can sell your digital downloads. These include Etsy, Amazon, Envato, AppSumo, and Creative Market. It's pretty easy to get set up on these platforms. They can be a way to get your download in front of a large audience.
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Do you own the digital games you buy?

You own a license to the software on the media but you don't actually own the software itself. So there is no difference between buying a digital and physical copy as far as ownership or rights are concerned.
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Do you lose digital games if you get banned?

When you get banned, you will lose all the digital content you have purchased over the lifetime of the account. Of course, you will have to buy another physical Xbox and another Xbox Live membership if you want to continue being in the community and continue playing games.
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Why are gamers against NFTs?

Why Are Gamers So Opposed to NFTs? The argument made by video game players against NFTs is that they have already seen experiments using new revenue models such as micro-transactions, loot boxes and pay-to-win done at the expense of the enjoyment of the gamer.
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Is it better to buy physical or digital games?

Much of it comes down to personal preference. If you like having shelves lined with your games that you can browse and reminisce, you'll want to go for physical. If you prefer the convenience and speed offered through digital purchases, and don't want game boxes lying around, then you'll want to go digital.
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Is Digital better than disc?

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There's no difference in performance or which games can be played, as both consoles use the same custom processor and even have the same 825GB SSD. Here are the official PS5 Disc vs PS5 Digital specs, straight from Sony; 💲Price: $499 / $399. 💿 4K Blu-ray disc drive: Yes / No.
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Do you have to buy a digital game again if you delete it?

Hi, You'll have to buy the game again for a different platform. There's no way right now in the gaming industry for games to have any kind of inter-platform benefits other than cross-play in some games. Definitely can't get a game by buying for one platform & automatically getting it on another.
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How do I transfer Microsoft games?

Method 2: Manually Change Microsoft Store Installation Location
  1. Step 1: Go to "Settings > Apps > Apps & features"
  2. Step 2: Find the game and select "Move"
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Can Xbox digital games be transferred to PC?

Learn more about Xbox Play Anywhere. 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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Does Xbox games save to Microsoft accounts?

The games are tied to the account that bought the game, so if you create a new account, start from scratch. Progress cannot be transferred from one profile to another. To share console games you can do xbox home.
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Are my digital games linked to my Xbox account?

Digital games

You can also play games you purchased digitally through the Microsoft Store on any Xbox console. Here's how. Note You'll always need to be signed in and connected to the Xbox network to play digital games. On any Xbox console, sign in using your Microsoft account, and then connect to the Xbox network.
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Will I lose my games if I delete my Xbox 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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