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How do I play my Microsoft games?

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 activate Microsoft games on my PC?

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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How do I find Microsoft Store games?

All the applications downloaded from the Microsoft Store are saved in a folder called WindowsApps located in the Program Files directory. While the folder is hidden by default, it's quite easy to make it visible and gain access to it by following the same steps as on Windows 10. Namely: Go to C:Program Files.
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How do I play Microsoft games on my Xbox?

Digital games
  1. On any Xbox console, sign in using your Microsoft account, and then connect to the Xbox network.
  2. Go to My games & apps > Games.
  3. Find the game you want to play. ...
  4. When the game is installed, select the game from your collection, and then select Play.
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How do I see my purchased games on Xbox?

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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How To Play Xbox Games On PC (2022)

Why can't I see my purchase on 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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What happens when you buy games on Xbox?

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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Can you play games you bought on Microsoft Store on Xbox?

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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How do I install Xbox games I bought at Microsoft?

To do so:
  1. Sign in to the Xbox app with the Microsoft account that owns the content.
  2. Select the My Library tab, and then select Games.
  3. 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 from Microsoft Store to Xbox?

Microsoft apps and games, including Xbox
  1. Press the Xbox button on your controller.
  2. Select My games & apps > Ready to install.
  3. Select the game, then select Install.
  4. For game add-ons that aren't installed, select Games, choose a game, press the Menu button, and then select Manage game.
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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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How do I redeem Microsoft Store games?

How to redeem a gift card or download code in Windows
  1. Open the Microsoft Store.
  2. Select your personal icon at the top of the app and then select Redeem copde or gift cards.
  3. Enter the 25-character code, and then select Redeem. Don't worry about hyphens, the system takes care of those for you.
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Can I play a game I bought on Microsoft Store on PC?

How does Xbox Play Anywhere work? 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 get to my games?

You can search for games, find games recommended for you, and see games you've played in the Play Games app.
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On an Android phone or tablet
  1. Open the Play Games app .
  2. At the bottom, tap Library.
  3. To learn more about a game or download it, tap it.
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Why can't i download Microsoft games on PC?

4) Try running the Windows Store apps Troubleshooter at Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot. 5) Try resetting the Store cache: http://www.thewindowsclub.com/reset-windows-sto... 6) 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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Why can't I download games I bought on Xbox?

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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When I bought a game on Microsoft Store it won't download?

How to Fix the Microsoft Store When It Won't Download Games
  1. Log Out and Back Into the Microsoft Store. ...
  2. Disable Your Antivirus Temporarily. ...
  3. Restart the Windows Update Service. ...
  4. Clear the Microsoft Store Cache. ...
  5. Run the Built-In Windows Troubleshooting Utilities. ...
  6. Check the Storage Settings. ...
  7. Perform a System Restore.
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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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Is Microsoft Store linked to Xbox app?

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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Can I play games I buy from Xbox Store offline?

Digital games that support single-player and local multiplayer can be played offline on the console assigned as your home Xbox. Game discs are also playable offline after installation. Your console gets the license right from the disc.
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Are Xbox games saved to your account or Xbox?

While you're playing a game, game data is stored on your Xbox console. When you leave a game, your data is stored to both your hard drive and the cloud. The Xbox network keeps important data in sync so that you don't lose anything if you use another console or switch to a new one.
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Will I have to buy the games I own again on the new Xbox?

Each console must have either a digital or physical copy of a game. If you have other Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S consoles in your home and other people want to play the same game with you using those additional consoles, each console must have its own copy of the game.
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Is it better to buy a game or download it Xbox One?

Your games need to be downloaded to your device whether they're physical or digital, and they take up the same amount of space. But digital games give you way more flexibility, like remote installation and preloading before games launch.
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How long does it take for Xbox purchases to go through?

The purchase appears in the purchase history almost immediately. If it does not appear, it means that there was an error at checkout, and if any amount has been withdrawn from your account, this amount will be automatically refunded within a few days.
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