Windows 10: registering a windows store game when have files

hey guys.

I have bought gears 5 and FH4 but the downloading speed was terrible from store so I got the files from my friend who has the game.

no how can I make store recognize the files and not download again?

like you know there is a way in steam..is there any way on windows store? thanks.

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MS Store Games

Hi Gene,

Thank you for keeping us updated on this query.

When you download a Game or an App from Windows Store, the location where the files and folders related to the Game or an App will be located in
WindowsApps folder at Program Files which can be accessed from C: drive.

Step 1: You can search the Game or an App you downloaded using
Cortana by following the steps below:

• Click on Start key on the Keyboard and type the game name in the search box. The downloaded game will show in the top most search result.
  
• Click on the game and check if you can access the game.

Step 2: To pin the game on the taskbar, follow the steps below:

• Search for the game using Cortana by following the steps above.
• Right click on the game and select Pin to Taskbar option.
• Close the window and check if the game is pinned to taskbar.

We are happy to assist you with any issues pertaining to Windows.



Thank you.

 

Stored files in Hard Drive

You can use Windows search. Just search for *.* on a desired drive. When list is done just arrange them by size LOL.

You can do it via command line as well and make an output text file showing files and their sizes (but without arrangement)

 

Error message 'you'll need a new app to open this ms-windows-store'

Hi Adam,

A possible factor why you're having this issue is due to a corrupted app file. To better isolate your concern, Answer the following questions below:

• Did you get any error messages when you're trying to open Windows Store apps?
  
• Which version of Windows are you using?

Meanwhile, we suggest that you follow the steps on this article:
How to re-register Windows Store Apps in Windows 10 / 8. It will provide steps in re-registering Windows Store Apps.

Let us know if you need additional assistance.