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How do I play games that another account bought on Xbox?

Things to keep in mind:

Even though you can leave a game installed on another person's console, they will not be able to play it unless they also own the game. Instead, they'll be prompted to insert the disc or purchase a digital copy. Each Xbox console must have either a digital or physical copy of a game.
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How do I download a game from someone else's Xbox account?

On the Xbox you want to copy from, press the Xbox button  on the controller to open the guide. Go to Profile & system > Settings > System > Backup & transfer > Network transfer and check the Allow network transfer box. This makes that Xbox visible to other consoles on the same network.
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Is there a way to share Xbox games with family?

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 play games from other accounts on Xbox?

Friends and family that sign in to your home Xbox have access too, even when you're not signed in. For instance, a family member can play your games when you're not using your console—they just need to sign in with their Xbox profile.
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Why can't I play a game I bought on Xbox One?

It's possible that the installed game data is corrupted. To correct this, you need to uninstall and then reinstall the game. To uninstall the game: Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then select My games & apps > See all > Games.
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How to play at the same time Xbox game share.

Can you share game pass between accounts?

Now, the greatness of Game Pass got even better: The service is now officially shareable, that means your friends and family can all use the same account to play games simultaneously. Continue reading to learn everything about Xbox Game Pass Friends & Family.
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Has Xbox stopped game sharing?

When you switch your home Xbox, your shared licences will no longer be available to others playing on your old home console. You'll need to be signed in online to your old Xbox console to allow them to play your games and apps (when you're not on your new home console).
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Can two accounts have the same home Xbox?

Yes, two people can set their console as their home console. Any accounts that are on the xbox can set that console as their home console and can all share their games!
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Can 2 Xbox use the same account?

While other devices allow you to sign in simultaneously, you can't sign in to more than one Xbox 360 console at a time. This includes during backward compatibility gaming sessions.
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Why is my Xbox not letting me play my games?

Try power cycling your Xbox. A full power cycle completely reboots your console. Doing this does not erase any of your games or data. Turn off your console by holding the Xbox button  on the front of the console for at least 10 seconds.
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Why can't i download a game i just 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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What does it mean when Xbox says the person who bought this game needs to be signed in?

This error message is indicating that the console is not able to verify the account that was used to purchase the games or apps that you are trying to open. There are a few potential causes for this issue: - The account that was used to purchase the games or apps is not currently signed in on the console.
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Can I purchase a game on one account and then access it from a different account on the same Xbox console?

No, unless the console supports logging in on multiple accounts at once (like the Switch), in which the original account must remain logged in for other accounts to access it.
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How do I link two Xbox accounts?

Select Settings > Accounts. Sign in to the Xbox network (most linked accounts require it), choose a social network from the list, press Link and then follow the prompts.
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How do I download games I bought from the Microsoft Store?

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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How do I download purchased games on 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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How do I play downloaded Xbox games offline?

To use your Xbox without being prompted to connect to the Xbox service, set it to offline.
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To disconnect your console from the network for offline use only:
  1. Press the Xbox button  on your controller to open the guide.
  2. Select Settings > General > Network settings.
  3. Select Go offline.
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Can I have 3 xboxes on one account?

If you sign in with the same account on another console, the previous console will sign out. Family sharing will only work between two consoles. IF you need to have all 3 access Live at the same time you will have to purchase another Gold Subscription for one of the Accounts.
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How many accounts can an Xbox One have?

Up to 9 other profiles on that console can be added and use the Gold beneifts that the Home profile uses with no limitations unless of course you want to set limitations for kids and things of that nature.
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How many accounts can you game share Xbox?

You can share your games library with any other account on that console. However, an Xbox account can only have one home console. However, according to this Reddit post (How many accounts can make one Xbox One their home Xbox? ), up to 33 accounts can make a single Xbox their home console.
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How does Xbox game sharing work?

In simple terms, you are able to assign a particular Xbox console as your home machine. Whenever you buy and download a game, those titles become playable for anyone who uses that machine. At the same time, gamers can play their own titles on any console (such as a friend's) so long as they've logged into it.
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Why won't my Xbox let me play games offline?

To play offline on the Xbox One, you have to go into network settings and select the option go offline. That should then let you play the games offline. You have to make sure you have the Xbox set as your home xbox to do this. You also have to be online first to put the console in offline mode.
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Why can't I play my downloaded games offline on Xbox?

- Select Profile & system > Settings. - Choose General > Network settings. - Select Go offline. If you game share your titles with anyone else, unfortunately they will be locked out until the service is back online, so just make sure you change your system back to online by going through the same steps as before.
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