C:/XboxGames folder taking too much space

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C:/XboxGames folder taking too much space

Ian 20

I was recently cleaning up my PC storage until i found out that my C:/XboxGames folder was taking about 63GB of space from my SSD. I did all the steps that i saw others from the support team recommending to other people who had the same problem: deleting temp files, cleaning the cache, yadayada. I don't know how to fix this problem since i do have games installed via the Xbox App, i did all the reseach i could and i don't know what to do, please help me.

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Hendrix-V 14,680 Microsoft External Staff Moderator

Hi Ian,

Thank you for reaching out to the Microsoft Q&A Forum. I know how frustrating it can be to clean up your PC, only to discover a huge folder eating up precious SSD space.

To make this as smooth as possible, here’s the best fix order that you can follow:

1 - Use TreeSize to scan and identify what’s taking the 63 GB

2 - Give yourself Full Control permission then delete leftover folders in WindowsApps or XboxGames

3 - Reset Gaming Services

4 - Run Store cache reset

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Hendrix-V 14,680 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-12-18T07:50:45.9033333+00:00

Hi,

I just wanted to follow up and check if the information I provided was helpful. If you have any further questions or updates regarding this issue, please feel free to let me know in the Comments section. I'd be happy to assist you.
Ian 20 Reputation points

2025-12-18T22:10:43.81+00:00

Hi, sorry for my late reply, i just wanted to say that your answer helped me a lot! Treesize helped me find the folders and the temp files that were taking too much space from my drive and i could delete them successfully! Thank you very much!
Hendrix-V 14,680 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-12-19T02:16:36.4666667+00:00

Hi Ian,

I'm relieved to know that you made a great decision and everything is good to go on your side. I hope the insights shared in the forum help address your concerns effectively. And thank you for accepting my answer since accepting it helps others with similar concerns can find useful information.

If you have any updates or further questions, please feel free to share them with us.

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