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How do I install Xbox games I bought at Microsoft?

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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How do I download games after purchase on Xbox?

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  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then select My games & apps > See all.
  2. Under Full library > Ownedgames, you'll see all games that you own listed.
  3. If a game that you own hasn't been installed on your console, there's a download icon on the game title.
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Why can't i install a game i bought on Xbox?

You may need to update your console. For example, if you see a “Download stopped” error, you may need to install an update before the download can complete. To see if there's an update available: Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
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How do I download a game I bought on Xbox to my computer?

Then, simply log into your Xbox Live/Microsoft account and your Xbox Play Anywhere games will be available to download. On your Xbox, games will show as “Ready to Install” under “My Games and Apps”. On your Windows 10 PC, games will appear in “My Library.”
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Do games bought on Microsoft Store transfer to Xbox?

Yes. You just need to make sure you're signed into the same account you use on the console when you make the purchase.
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How do I download a game 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. Select the app or game you'd like to download, and then select Get.
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Can I play games I bought on the Microsoft Store?

How does Xbox Play Anywhere work? When you buy an Xbox Play Anywhere digital game through the Xbox Store or the Microsoft Store, it's yours to play on Xbox and Windows 10 PC at no additional cost.
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Why is my game not downloading on Microsoft Store?

You might not be able to download games because of a temporary bug or glitch within the Windows Store app. The easiest way to get rid of it is by logging out of the Store, ending its process, and then logging back in.
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Can you redownload purchased games on Microsoft Store?

Most software that you buy directly from Microsoft, like Office, Windows, and Xbox games, comes as a digital download that you can download, install, or reinstall.
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Is Microsoft Store and Xbox linked?

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 transfer Xbox games?

How to transfer games
  1. Connect an external storage device to your console. ...
  2. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, then go to Profile & system > Settings > System > Storage devices.
  3. Select the storage device that you want to move or copy content from, and then select Move or copy.
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Why can ti 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.
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Can I download Xbox games on PC then transfer to Xbox?

No. There is no way to transfer games from a PC to an Xbox via USB and get them to work. On Xbox One, digital games have to be authenticated from official servers every time you try to start it.
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When you buy a game on Xbox what happens?

You must install the game and play it from the hard drive. There's no disc, so you can easily switch between games.
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Where do Microsoft Store downloads go?

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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What happens if I buy a game on Microsoft Store do I get a code?

I would like to clarify, did you purchase it on Microsoft Store? If yes, it will be added directly to your account and there is no activation code. A code is only given for games that were purchased as a gift.
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How do I restore purchases on Microsoft?

Sign out of the Office app through which you made the In-App purchase. To find out which Office app you used to make the purchase, see below. Close and re-open the app. Click Restore previous purchase at the bottom of the Get started with Microsoft 365 window.
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How do I find my purchased games on Xbox Store?

On console
  1. To view your purchases, press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
  2. Go to Profile & system > Settings > Account > Payment & billing.
  3. Select Order history to view your purchases.
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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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How do I activate Microsoft Store games?

To activate the product, follow these steps:
  1. Click Activate now, and then click Next.
  2. Type the product key, and then click Next. Note Do not lose the product key. Keep the packaging, or note the number. ...
  3. The Activation Wizard runs automatically. The Activation Wizard gives you the following options to continue:
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Where do Microsoft Store games install?

Programs and apps downloaded from the Microsoft Store are installed in the following path by default: C:/Program Files/WindowsApps (Hidden items). To check hidden items, open This PC, click View and select Hidden items.
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Is Microsoft Store same as play Store?

As with other similar platforms, such as the Google Play and Mac App Store, Microsoft Store is curated, and apps must be certified for compatibility and content. In addition to the user-facing Microsoft Store client, the store has a developer portal with which developers can interact.
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How do I move games from Microsoft Store?

Moving Windows Store apps to another drive
  1. Open Settings.
  2. Click on System.
  3. Click on Apps & features.
  4. Select the app you want.
  5. Click the Move button.
  6. Select the destination drive from the drop-down menu.
  7. Click the Move button to relocate the app.
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Can you download Xbox games to a USB?

If you have a USB 3.0 external storage with a capacity of 128 GB or greater, you can use it to hold Xbox games and apps. Alternatively, you can use the drive to store and play music, videos, and pictures on Xbox using the Media Player app.
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Why can't i play games i bought on Xbox on PC?

Sign in with another Microsoft account and see if you experience the same problem. Make sure that your Windows operating system is up to date by running Windows Update. To do this, go to Settings > Update & security > Check for updates. Restart your device.
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