How do I install Game Pass games on my PC?

Access Game Pass games on PC via Microsoft Store

All of the PC games that are currently playable on Game Pass can be found in the Microsoft Store, which is on every Windows computer by default — no extra installation necessary.

Why can't i install games on PC Game Pass?

FOR GAME PASS GAMES, CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR PLAN

Make sure you're signed in to your Microsoft account in the Microsoft Store and/or the Xbox app—whichever you're installing from. Make sure your Xbox Game Pass subscription is current by signing in and checking the status.

How to install Game Pass games on PC without Xbox app?

Microsoft Store Via Browser

Make sure you're signed in, then click on the Game Pass tab in the top left. A bar will appear, which includes a PC Game Pass link. Click on that link. Then look on the page for All Games and click on that link.

How do I install Xbox games on my PC?

Where are PC Game Pass games installed?

PC Game Pass games are installed in a folder labelled WindowsApps in File Explorer. You can find this folder by going on your Windows (C:) drive and selecting Program Files. The WindowsApps folder should be located there but it will be hidden from view by default – you'll have to enable hidden items to view it.

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How does Game Pass work on PC?

PC Game Pass is a monthly subscription service that offers a library of full games to download and play on your machine without any further fees. The list of games is curated and updated each month, with some added and some less popular titles being removed.

Can I play Xbox Game Pass games on PC?

With the PC Game Pass subscription, you get access to the Xbox Game Pass catalog on your Windows 10/11 device. Join Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to enjoy Xbox Game Pass on both your Windows device and Xbox console.

Can I install Xbox games on Windows 10?

Whether you're new to gaming on Windows 10 or already a pro, you can play Xbox games on any Windows 10 PC on your home network. Select the Start button, then select Xbox Console Companion . Sign in with your Microsoft account.

How do I add Xbox games to Steam?

Go to the folder where the game is installed, click the game's executable, and hit Open. The game should now be in the list of apps. Hit the checkbox next to the games you want to add, and click Add Selected Programs. Now the game should be listed in your Steam library just like any other game.

Can I play Xbox games on PC without a console?

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!

Why can't I download my Xbox games on PC?

Run the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter

Windows Store Apps troubleshooter is one of Windows' built-in tools for repairing corrupt files. This tool could help check if the Xbox app or any related app services are corrupted, preventing the Xbox app from working properly and downloading games to your PC.

How do I move and install Xbox Game Pass on PC?

Navigate to Settings > General. Under Game install options, you can change your default installation folder. Note that any games already installed will automatically be moved to this folder as well.

Is Xbox Game Pass the same as PC Game Pass?

Xbox Game Pass includes Xbox One games and Xbox Play Anywhere games. (The Xbox Play Anywhere may have changed, not too sure). Xbox Game Pass for PC includes PC games. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Game Pass for PC, and Xbox Live Gold.

Can you install games from Game Pass?

Installing games and apps from the Microsoft Store or Xbox Game Pass. When you choose to download or purchase a game or app from the Microsoft Store or Xbox Game Pass, it installs automatically to your console if: Your console is set as your home console.

Can you install Game Pass games?

Xbox Game Pass app on mobile

To install a game, select one. On Home, choose a filter to browse games: Console or PC. Alternatively, in search results, if a game is available on both console and PC, choose the version you want. Select Install to, then choose from the consoles or Windows devices you've enabled.

Why can't i download games when i bought Game Pass?

If you're having trouble downloading and installing your Xbox Game Pass games to your console from the Game Pass mobile app, make sure that you've enabled remote installation on your Xbox, you've set it as your home Xbox, you've selected the Sleep power option, and it's connected to the internet.

Can you get Xbox game pass games on Steam?

Although you can install Windows on your Steam Deck to access your Xbox Game Pass library, it isn't the only way to get Xbox Game Pass on the handheld console. Using a simple workaround that involves adding a Microsoft Edge shortcut to the Steam Library in desktop mode, you can get Xbox Game Pass on your Steam Deck.

How do I import Microsoft games to Steam?

You're looking for the Games menu. Click it, then look for the bottom menu option, labeled Add a non-Steam game to my library. That'll pull up a separate window that will allow you to find the program you're looking to add.

Why can't i add Xbox games to Steam?

This limitation with Microsoft Store games is only there because the games are UWP apps and they have limitations that normal desktop apps don't have. It's basically the absence of an EXE file that prevents Steam from finding it and adding it to its library.

Can you install Xbox games on PC by disc?

No. Xbox One discs can only be played on Xbox One consoles.

Why does the Xbox app not work on Windows 10?

Make sure Windows is up to date

On Windows 10, select Update & Security. On Windows 11, select Windows Update. On the Windows Update page, select Check for updates to see if any updates are available for your device. Once the updates have downloaded, select Install now to start the installation.

Where do Windows 10 Xbox games install?

Go to your D: drive and find the WindowsApp or XboxGames folder (check on the Xbox App which folder it is using to install games).

How do I play Xbox Game Pass games offline on PC?

Can you play Xbox Game Pass on PC without controller?

Not all Xbox Game Pass games officially support keyboard and mouse, but you can make it work with a good setup. You can find a list of games that officially support keyboard and mouse: https://getonstream.com/xbox-games-that-support...

Do you have to pay for PC Game Pass if you already have Xbox Game Pass?

Yes. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes all games from Xbox Game Pass for Console and PC Game Pass.