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removing games from computer

Carole Arnold 0 Reputation points
2026-03-20T12:55:20.2666667+00:00

how to remove a game that was installed. I have gone to apps, found game and hold key down but nothing happens

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Gaming
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    2026-03-20T12:55:30.2166667+00:00

    To remove an installed game in Windows 11, try these methods instead of holding the key down:

    1. Uninstall from Start menu
      1. Select Start > All apps.
      2. Find the game in the list.
      3. Right‑click (or press and hold with the mouse/touch) on the game.
      4. Select Uninstall and follow the prompts.
    2. Uninstall from Settings
      1. Select Start > Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
      2. Scroll to or search for the game.
      3. Select More (three dots) next to the game.
      4. Select Uninstall, then confirm.
    3. If it is a classic desktop program (not a Store app)
      1. In the taskbar search box, type Control Panel and open it.
      2. Select Programs > Programs and Features.
      3. Find the game in the list, right‑click it, and select Uninstall or Uninstall/Change.
      4. Follow the on‑screen instructions.

    If the game does not appear in any of these lists, it may be built‑in or already removed.

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  2. DaveM121 893.5K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-03-20T13:30:19.3466667+00:00

    If you go to the Settings App - Apps - Installed apps, scroll down to find a game, then click Uninstall, what error is indicated when that fails, also, where did you download and install the games from, are they Microsoft Store games, or 3rd party games.

    Also, did you previously try to delete the game files manually from your C drive?

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