Windows 10: downloading and installing game apps

Discus and support downloading and installing game apps in Microsoft Windows 10 Store to solve the problem; I tried installing a game, I get a notification saying that no devices and I have 2 devices registered... Discussion in 'Microsoft Windows 10 Store' started by paulmacias1, Aug 18, 2019.

  1. downloading and installing game apps


    I tried installing a game, I get a notification saying that no devices and I have 2 devices registered

    :)
     
    paulmacias1, Aug 18, 2019
    #1

  2. installing a game

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.
    We regret the inconvenience caused to you.


    Please try the steps given below and check if the issue persists:

    Step 1:

    I suggest you to right click on the game and try to run as administrator and check.

    Step 2: if that doesn't help I suggest you to install game in compatibility mode and check:

    Follow the steps below on how to install game in compatibility mode:

    1. Download the game from the manufacturer’s website and save it on your local disk.

    2. Right click on the setup file of the game and select “Properties”.

    3. Select “Compatibility” Tab.

    4. Place a check mark next to “Run this program in Compatibility mode” and select operating system from the drop down list.

    5. Let the game install and then check the functionality.

    Hope this helps.

    Thank you.
     
    Venkatesh1709, Aug 18, 2019
    #2
  3. Pavan_N Win User
    unable to re install game error code 0x80070426

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    Please answer these questions to assist you better.

    • How exactly are you downloading game eg Store or browser?
    • Which game are you trying to download?
    • Are you able to install other games and apps?

    I suggest you to install the game software in Compatibility mode by following the steps below and check if the issue is resolved.

    Before installing the game in compatibility mode, I suggest you to delete all the game related files present in the system and proceed with the steps below.

    Step 1: Compatibility mode runs the program in the current version of Windows using the settings from previous version of Windows.

    • Locate and right-click on the game setup file on your PC and click on
      Properties.
    • Click on the compatibility tab, check the box
      Run this program in compatibility mode for
      , select Windows 10 operating system from the drop down menu and proceed with the installation. Once this is done,
      restart the computer for the effective changes to take place.

    Step 2: Also refer the link below.

    Why can't I find or install an app from the Windows Store?

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-IN/windows-8/why-find-install-app-windows-store

    Applies to Windows 10

    Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance, we’ll be glad to assist you.

    Thanks
     
    Pavan_N, Aug 18, 2019
    #3
  4. downloading and installing game apps

    how can install app store game

    Hi Kannan,

    Installing any apps on Windows 10 device can be done through Windows Store. To properly assist you with your concern, we need to gather more information. Kindly answer the questions below:

    • Are you trying to install a game or an app from the Windows Store app?
    • Are you using a Windows 10-based device?

    To install games on Windows 10 device, we recommend that you follow the steps provided on the link below:

    Where to download game from Windows 10
     
    Wilfred Mac, Aug 18, 2019
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