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How do I install Microsoft Store games on my PC?

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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How do I download Microsoft Store games to my computer?

Microsoft apps and games, including Xbox
  1. On your taskbar, select the Microsoft Store icon, then select More info up by your account picture.
  2. Select My Library. Any app or game with a Download icon next to it hasn't been downloaded yet. Select the Download icon to download and install the app or game.
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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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Can Microsoft Store games be played on PC?

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 access Microsoft games on my PC?

Your games on Windows 10
  1. Select the Start button, then select Xbox Console Companion .
  2. Sign in with your Microsoft account. If you don't have a Microsoft account, select Create one! ...
  3. Select My games . Games you have on this device will appear here.
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How do I play games bought from Microsoft Store?

Go to the Start button, and then from the apps list select Microsoft Store. Visit the Apps or Games tab in Microsoft Store. To see more of any category, select Show all at the end of the row.
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Why is the Microsoft Store not on my PC anymore?

Reset the Microsoft Store Cache

To clear the Microsoft Store cache, press Win + R to open the Run dialog box. Type wsreset.exe in the Open field and press Enter. A blank Command Prompt window will appear on the screen and execute the command. Once the cache is cleared, Microsoft Store should launch automatically.
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Where are Microsoft Store games stored on PC?

Windows stores the games you've downloaded from the Microsoft Store in a “secret” folder called WindowsApps. Here's where this folder is located: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps.
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Why won t my Microsoft Store work on PC?

If you're having trouble launching Microsoft Store, here are some things to try: Reset the Microsoft Store cache: Press the Windows Logo Key + R to open the Run dialog box, type wsreset.exe, and then select OK.
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Is it okay to download games 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.
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Why can't I download from Microsoft Store?

Clear Microsoft Store Cache

Clear the Microsoft Store cache and check if that restore app downloads and installation. Close the Microsoft Store windows and type wsreset in the search box. Click Run as administrator in the search results and wait till the Microsoft Store Reset window disappears from your PC's screen.
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How do I reinstall Microsoft Store?

go to this link: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-downlo...
  1. Select Download tool, and select Run. You need to be an administrator to run this tool.
  2. On the License terms page, if you accept the license terms, select Accept.
  3. On the What do you want to do? ...
  4. After downloading and installing, it should fix the issue.
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Why is there no download button in Microsoft Store?

Microsoft Store might not display the Install button because of corrupted app cache. In this case, resetting the Microsoft Store will remove the cache data and will fix the problem. Launch Command Prompt with administrative rights and type in the WSReset.exe command line.
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Where are Microsoft Store downloads on PC?

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.
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Is there a Microsoft Store on PC?

To search for it: In the search box on the taskbar, type Microsoft Store. If you see it in the results, select it. To make sure you can find it easily later, press and hold (or right-click) the Microsoft Store tile and select Pin to Start or More > Pin to taskbar .
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Where are my games I downloaded?

On an Android phone or tablet
  • Open the Play Games app .
  • At the bottom, tap Library.
  • To learn more about a game or download it, tap it.
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How do I download Microsoft Store apps?

To get a game or app from Microsoft Store:
  1. To see more of any category, select Show all at the end of the row.
  2. Select the app or game you'd like to download, and then select Get.
  3. Sign in with your Microsoft account to finish downloading your app or game. No Microsoft account? Sign up for a free Microsoft account.
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Can I Uninstall and reinstall Microsoft Store?

If you uninstalled Microsoft Store by any means and want to reinstall it, the only Microsoft-supported method is to reset or reinstall the operating system. It will reinstall Microsoft Store.
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How do I install Windows Store apps without the store?

You can download Microsoft Store apps from third-party websites like Adguard, which is the easiest and most recommended method. This website provides old versions of the Windows operating system, Microsoft Store apps, and more.
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How do I get Microsoft Store on Windows 10?

Select Start then enter Microsoft Store. Select it to open the app. If Microsoft Store won't launch, get more info at Microsoft Store does not launch.
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Why can't I download games on my PC?

Fix 1: Check If Many Files Are Being Downloaded. Fix 2: Change Internet Option Settings. Fix 3: Clear Your Browser's Cache. Fix 4: Scan Your Computer for Virus.
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Why can't I install apps on my PC?

Check App Installer Settings in Windows

To do this, head to Settings > Apps > Apps & features. At the top, you'll see a Choose where to get apps section. If the dropdown is set to The Microsoft Store only (recommended) then you won't be able to install apps from anywhere else.
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Do you own the games you buy on Microsoft Store?

when you buy a game, the license will be tied to your Microsoft account and you will be able to play/download that game on any other console you have.
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Where do Microsoft Store games save to?

Windows: On Windows, most save games can be found by opening File Explorer and navigating to "%homepath%\AppData\LocalLow".
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What happens if I buy a game on Microsoft Store do I get a code?

Give the gift of apps, games and more to use at Microsoft Store online, on Windows and on Xbox. * You'll receive an email with a digital code that your gift... recipient can use to buy what they want.
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