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How do I buy games from Microsoft Store?

How can I purchase a game on the Microsoft Store? To purchase a game on the Microsoft Store on your console, simply go to the Store app to navigate the deals and product pages. To purchase on the web from your desktop or mobile device, simply go to xbox.com/games, search for the game you desire, and click on “buy”.
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How do you purchase a game on Microsoft Store?

Buying games
  1. Open the Microsoft Store by typing "Microsoft Store" into the Start Menu. ...
  2. Use the search box at the top left to find a game you want to buy, or browse the store by clicking Games.
  3. Select buy on the store listing for the game you want to purchase.
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Why can't i buy games on Microsoft Store?

If you're having trouble buying something from Microsoft Store, here are some steps to try: Check your credit card is up to date on the Payment options page. Check you don't have any subscription payments overdue on the Services page. Check your account is not temporarily suspended.
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How do I buy something from Microsoft Store?

In Microsoft Store , select Buy. If asked, sign in with your Microsoft account. Select Get Started! Add a way to pay or Change > Add a new payment method.
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How do I buy games on Microsoft Store PC?

The games in the Microsoft Store are either free or paid. If you want to download a free game, click or tap the Get button. If you are interested in a game that isn't free, you can purchase it from the Store. Look for the blue button showing the price of the game.
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How to purchase games on the Microsoft store with your xbox gift card & Profile Address (Tutorial)

Can you buy games on Xbox from Microsoft Store?

Microsoft Store is a great place to start when looking for deals on Xbox games, Xbox games on sale, Xbox accessories, and more.
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How to download games bought on Microsoft Store for Xbox One?

Sign in to the Xbox app with the Microsoft account that owns the content. Select the My Library tab, and then select Games. Review the content that's listed under your account. After you've found the game you're looking for, install it remotely by selecting Download to console.
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Can you buy games with Microsoft account?

You can spend money in your Microsoft account to buy various products, services, software and content from the Microsoft Store. Content includes some apps, games, movies, and TV shows.
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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 you buy games on Xbox?

To purchase a game on the Microsoft Store on your console, simply go to the Store app to navigate the deals and product pages. To purchase on the web from your desktop or mobile device, simply go to xbox.com/games, search for the game you desire, and click on “buy”.
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How do I allow purchases on my Microsoft account?

Open Microsoft Store and select Profile next to the search box. Select App settings > Purchase sign-in. Turn the switch to On. This will let you buy from Microsoft Store without entering a password.
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Why can't I purchase on games?

Check for Updates

If there are bugs that are causing payment issues on Play Store, there may already be an update that fixes it. So check for app updates on the Play Store. It may help to update your Android phone too. To update the app, open the Play Store and search for the app.
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Why can't I download anything in Microsoft Store?

Sign-out and sign-in to your Microsoft Account in MS Store. Open Settings => Update & Security => Troubleshoot => Windows Store Apps => Run the Troubleshooter.
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Why won t Xbox Store let me buy a game?

To fix this problem, verify that the correct billing address is listed for the payment method you're trying to use: Sign in to your Microsoft account. Select Payment & billing, and then select Payment options. Under Payment methods, select the payment method you tried to use to make the purchase.
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How do you buy games on your computer?

How to Download PC Games
  1. Install a Games Launcher. You need to find a reputable store from which to buy games. ...
  2. Create an Account. ...
  3. Select a Game to Download in the Store. ...
  4. Install the Game From Your Library. ...
  5. Get playing your downloaded games!
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What is the Microsoft game store called?

The new Microsoft Store on Xbox.
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Do you need a Microsoft account to use store?

If you're running Windows 11 or Windows 10, you can download and install some of the apps from the Microsoft Store by using a local account.
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Is Xbox account tied to Microsoft account?

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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How do I buy games for my child's Microsoft account?

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Happy Gaming! Go to https://account.microsoft.com/family/ select your child, content restrictions, then uncheck "Needs adult approval to buy things".
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How to install games on Microsoft Store without Xbox app?

Installing from the Microsoft Store
  1. Sign in to your Microsoft account on your Windows 10/11 device. Sign in to your account.
  2. Open the Microsoft Store app. ...
  3. Select See more (...) in the top-right corner of the screen, and then select My Library.
  4. Select Install next to the game you want to install.
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Where does the Microsoft Store download to?

The applications installed from the Microsoft Store are stored in the WindowsApps folder (C:\ProgramFiles|WindowsApps), but this folder is hidden and has strict access permissions. Changing the permissions is not recommended and can crash your apps.
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Why can't i buy stuff with my Microsoft balance?

If you're trying to buy something using your Microsoft account balance, you may not have enough funds in your account to cover the total cost of the item.
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Why isn t my purchase showing up on Microsoft Store Xbox?

It might take a few hours for new purchases to appear in your list. If you have the order number for your purchase, you can submit a refund request. If you don't have the order number, wait a few hours and then check back again (you may need to refresh the page).
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