Windows 10 games not downloading

Well, you know what to do now. It is known to help with drive related errors. Open Settings again and click on Storage. This is where you can change your default download location, often C: drive, to a different drive. You can troubleshoot a lot of built-in features and apps. This will also help with the store itself, as it is also an app. Follow on-screen instructions after this.

You can also Find and fix network problems if you are facing it, using troubleshoot. Another troubleshoot you should run is Windows Update which is closely related with Microsoft Store. Search for Find and fix problems with Windows Update. Run an antivirus scan to make sure that your computer is not infected. It can not only steal your data but also break apps and system settings. Click on Run as administrator to run this command. Click Yes if you are asked to give admin rights.

You will see the Command Prompt launch briefly. This will clear Microsoft Store cache. You may have to sign back in. Do it and see if it fixes Microsoft Store not downloading apps or games error.

It is not required but I would recommend a reboot at this point. Check if app or games download are still pending or stuck in Microsoft Store. There may be an app conflict which is responsible for Microsoft Store not downloading apps or games. Try both these methods to see if you can find the culprit. Enter the command below to re-register Microsoft Store on your computer. This can solve a lot of problems associated with the app. Go back to the Services windows and restart the Windows Update service.

Just like you stopped it. Try downloading that app or game from Microsoft Store again. Try restoring your computer if nothing else works. These two steps are often recommended as a last resort when nothing else solves a critical error or issue.

Microsoft support has compiled a short list of troubleshooting steps if you are unable to install games in particular. These steps won't work for apps. Do try them if nothing mentioned above works in your favor. As always, if you found another way or something does work, do share with us in the comments below.

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Microsoft Store not opening in Windows 11 may force you to look for apps from the web, which is not secure. Let's troubleshoot the issue without breaking a sweat. Microsoft Store is an integral part of Windows This thread is locked. You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread. I have the same question Report abuse. Details required :. Cancel Submit. Hello Jack, We are sorry to hear that you are unable to download game from Windows store.

I request you to try the methods below: Method 1: I request you to try running the troubleshooter for Windows apps. Choose Accounts and then select Other User Accounts towards the left.

Select Add an Account. Enter a user name and press Next. Click on Finish. Sign out from the current Account and Log into the new account. Check if issue persists. Thank you. How satisfied are you with this reply? Thanks for your feedback, it helps us improve the site.