Games for Windows Live

Games for Windows Live is an app that allows you to connect to the Xbox Live service from your Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 devices. This means that you can use your Xbox gamertag to play supported Games for Windows Live titles online.

If you have a Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 device, click here, and then follow the steps to install the Games for Windows Live app.

If you have a Windows 10 device, you can now use the Xbox app to connect to the Xbox Live service. Visit How to sign in to the Xbox app on Windows 10 for more info on the Xbox app, and also How to install Xbox games on Windows 10.

If you’re having problems installing the Games for Windows Live app, or connecting to the Xbox Live service, see Troubleshoot Games for Windows Live connection problems.

For a selection of games available on Windows, see the Windows Games page.

For other gaming options, see:

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