If you are having issues installing or updating Gaming Services on your PC, or if you are noticing that the Xbox app for PC is launching with missing content, you may want to download and run the Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC.

If some Windows functions aren't working or Windows crashes, use the System File Checker to scan Windows and restore your files. Though the steps below might look complicated at first glance, just follow them in order, step-by-step, and we’ll try to get you back on track. Run the System File Checker tool (SFC.exe)

Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows. There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled.

The Gaming Services Repair Tool can often resolve launch, install, update, or various other issues for both games and the Xbox app itself. You can use this tool from within the Xbox app or try the downloadable version. For more info on how to run this tool, visit: Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC.

If you install games to an external drive and the drive becomes unavailable or disconnected, you may run into some issues when you next try to install a game to that drive. If the external drive was set as the default drive, you’ll see a new default drive in the Settings section of the Xbox app.

The Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter helps you automatically repair issues when you're blocked from installing or removing programs. It also fixes corrupted registry keys. First, you'll need to download the troubleshooter. Download troubleshooter.

. Hardware & networking. Perform an offline system update. The Xbox Offline System Update (OSU) process allows you to update your console by downloading a file to a USB flash drive and then installing that file directly onto your Xbox Series X|S or Xbox One console. To use the Offline System Update, you'll need:

The Microsoft Defender Offline scan will automatically detect and remove or quarantine malware. Learn how to remove malware from your PC. Use Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 10 or Windows 11 to scan your PC for malware, viruses, or other threats.

The list below contains current Xbox app on PC version numbers for 2023 and 2024, features that have been added or updated, and known issues that we’re currently tracking. To find your Xbox app on PC version number: Launch the Xbox app on your PC. Select your profile picture and go to Settings.

Your PC isn't working well and you recently installed an app. Restore from a system restore point. You suspect your device has been infected. Use installation media to reinstall Windows 11. Select one of the recovery options below and follow the steps to try to get things working again.