Windows 10: Will a 64-bit game run in the 32-bit designated folder

I'm trying to install Fortnite which is a 64-bit game onto my computer. However, I noticed the Epic Games Launcher is installed to the \Program Files x86 folder, which is reserved for 32-bit games, and the only place I can get it to download to is the \Epic Games folder. When I try and download Fortnite on the \Program Files folder it says "You do not have permission to install to: C:\Program Files\Fortnite".


My question is, will Fortnite run in 64-bit even though its in the \Program Files x86 folder. Im getting a lot of mixed answers.




Yes, I have Administrator Privileges and the Epic Games Launcher is being ran as Administrator.

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running 32 bit games on 64 bit win 10

i have several 32 bit games that i have always run in xp, vista and 7 32 bit systems that now won't install and run on windows 10 home 64 bit upgrade from windows 7 32 bit. is there a simply way (for laymen who know nothing technical) to make these games
work on windows 10 x64????????

 

Windows 10 Pro 64-Bit to 32-Bit?

Hi,


Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.



I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

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  What is the name of the game?
  

If the system architect is 32 bit, then you can’t install 64 bit version of windows in it. I suggest you to run “winver” by pressing Windows + R, and check the version and bit.

There are some games that you can install it in 32 bit as well.

Windows 10 is the free upgrade for those users who has genuine key for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 , normally it doesn't require activation, it's gets activated automatically, in case if you face an issue with activation the you can get back to
us.



For reference you can refer the link below and check if it helps (32 bit and 64 bit architect applies same to windows 10)

32-bit and 64-bit Windows: Frequently asked questions



Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.

Thanks and Regards.

 

Windows 32 bits to 64 bits

Hi Kulbeer,

To upgrade from Windows 10 32-bit to Windows 10 64-bit, we suggest that you check and follow the steps/instructions provided by
Andre Da Costa in his article.

We would appreciate it if you could get back to us and provide us your feedback.