If a game update is not showing up in the Microsoft Store or a previously installed DLC is not available in game, these steps can be used to show and download the newest game version.
🛠 Check for pending Windows updates.
Verify that there are not any pending Windows updates. While you may be on an up-to-date version of the OS, there may be essential application updates waiting to install. Be sure to restart your device after installing any updates.
🛠 Update Microsoft Gaming Services
Check for updates to the Microsoft Gaming Services in the Downloads section of the Microsoft Store.
🛠 Install the Xbox app and update the game through it
Install the Xbox app. Open the app and update the game from there.
🛠 Try the troubleshooting steps in the Xbox Support articles below:
- Troubleshoot game installations on a Windows 10/11 device
- I cannot see or install the app from the Microsoft Store
🛠 Use Powershell to Repair or Reinstall the Microsoft Store app.
- Press the Windows Key + R keys
- Type powershell, then select Run as Administrator and press Enter.
- Enter this command on the PowerShell and press enter:
Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
4. Restart and check if the issue persists.
🛠 Restart your machine multiple times.
It may take several restarts to finish identifying and installing a critical update. Try restarting your machine to recognize any new or missing updates.
If you continue to experience issues after running through all of the above steps, please contact the Xbox Support.