Below is the error code description on the Xbox Support site: This means that the game file for your game can’t be located.
Why is my game not installing on PC?
There could be a plethora of reasons, but you’re most likely to have the game not installing on your Windows gaming rig if your computer does not have enough disk drive space or does not meet the requirements. Also, other programs running in the background can be a culprit to this issue. Make sure the game you are installing is compatible with the version of the operating system you have on your computer.
Fix Error Code 0x80242022 when installing Xbox games on PC
If you’re faced with error code 0x80242022 when installing games issue, you can try our recommended solutions below in no particular order and see if that helps to resolve the issue. Let’s take a look at the description of the process involved concerning each of the listed solutions.
1] Restart PC
As suggested on the error prompt, you can wait a bit and then try installing the game or simply restart your computer and see if error code 0x80242022 reappears when installing games on your Windows 10/11 device.
2] Change Xbox Game Pass app default install location for games
If you’re trying to install the game to an external drive instead of the Windows installation drive, you will encounter this issue. In this case, you can change the Xbox Game Pass app default install location for games. To do this,
Press Windows key + i to open Settings app.Click System > Storage.Under More Storage Settings, click on Change where new content is saved.Click on the New apps will save to dropdown.Select the drive where you want your newly downloaded content to be saved.Exit Settings app when done.
3] Unhide your game file
To unhide your game file on your Windows PC, do the following:
Press Windows key + E to open File Explorer.Select the View tab.Click to select the Hidden items box to show hidden files/folders.Locate and right-click your game file, and then select Properties.Under Attributes, click to remove the check mark from the Hidden box.
You can now try to install the game again and see if the issue is resolved. Otherwise, try the next solution.
4] Run the Program Install and Uninstall Troubleshooter
The Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter from Microsoft is a handy tool that helps you automatically repair issues when you’re blocked from installing or removing programs. It also fixes corrupted registry keys.
5] Perform a Clean Boot and install game
This error can be resolved by performing a Clean Boot to start your Windows 10/11 computer with minimum required drivers and programs – this will remove any conflicts that occur during your game installation.
6] General fix for issues downloading/installing Game Pass games
This guide offers solutions to issues downloading and installing Xbox Game Pass games. Hope this helps!
Why is my computer not running games smoothly?
The issue of your computer not running games smoothly occurs mainly due to your gaming rig does not have the right hardware to efficiently run the game. You should check with the game vendor site if your system specs meet the minimum requirements to run your game – otherwise, you’ll have to upgrade your system. Related post: Fix Xbox games won’t install on Windows PC.
