Namely, users report that games that use Games for Windows Live won’t work on Windows 10, and the list of games includes many popular games that were released a few years ago. These games still have a great number of fans, so you can see why not being able to run them on Windows 10 can be such a problem for avid gamers. Speaking of problems, here’s what our readers reported in connection to GFWL.

Where can this error occur and what does it look like?

Games for Windows Marketplace install failed Games for Windows Live install failed network error or connection error in Windows 10 Download error 0x800c0008 Games for Windows Live Games for Windows Live cannot connect to the live service Resident Evil 5 Games for Windows Live install failed Games for Windows Live download Fallout 3 issues (Fortunately, we have prepared plenty of fixes for you to try when Fallout 3 does not work in Windows 10 or 11).

So if you’re having issues with Games for Windows Live on Windows 10, you should have a look at our solutions.

How do I fix Games For Windows Live issues on Windows 10?

1. Reinstall Games for Windows Live

As mentioned, to uninstall the program in the first place, we suggest using dedicated uninstaller software, for clean removal. This is just to make sure that the process runs completely, without leaving traces in your system, which might cause trouble later on. A standard uninstall sits in the shadows of a professional uninstall, which removes all residues, including checking for leftovers after the regular uninstall. Some uninstaller software also has user-friendly interfaces, allowing you to view all installed applications on your PC in a single window. To make things easier, you can locate and remove unwanted apps faster and safer.

2. Install Live Sign-in Assistant

If the previous solution doesn’t work try downloading the latest Live Sign-in Assistant from the official Microsoft page. After downloading and installing Live Sign-in assistant enter your login details and try launching your games.

3. Transfer all xlive files

That’s about it, we hope this article helped you to solve the problem with Games for Windows Live in Windows 10. If you have any comments or questions, just write them down in the comments.

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