Install Xbox App Without Microsoft Store on Windows 10/11

To install the Xbox app without the Microsoft Store, download the Xbox App for Windows installer directly from Xbox.com. Run the installer, accept the terms, and the Xbox app will be ready to use in minutes. If you need to install other Microsoft Store apps without the Store, use UniGetUI — a free package manager that lets you search and install any Store app through a graphical interface.

Applies to: Windows 10 (22H2) and Windows 11 (23H2, 24H2, 25H2) | Last updated: March 31, 2026

Key Takeaways

• The Xbox app has its own standalone installer — download it directly from Xbox.com, no Microsoft Store required
• UniGetUI can install any Microsoft Store app without the Store by using package managers like WinGet behind a simple graphical interface
• An online link generator at store.rg-adguard.net lets you download .msixbundle files for any free Store app directly
• Once the Xbox app is installed, you can use it to reinstall the Microsoft Store — the Store is listed as a dependency in the Xbox app’s settings
• These methods work for any free Store app — not just Xbox. WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, and other apps can all be installed this way

Quick Steps (Xbox App):

1. Go to Xbox.com and scroll down to Download the app
2. Run the downloaded installer and click Install
3. Click Let’s Go when it finishes
4. Sign in with your Microsoft account and start gaming

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In This Guide

This guide covers four different ways to install Microsoft Store apps without the Store itself:

• Method 1: Xbox.com Direct Download — Download the Xbox app installer straight from Microsoft’s website.
• Method 2: UniGetUI — A GUI package manager that installs any Store app without needing the Store.
• Method 3: Online Link Generator — Download the .msixbundle file directly using a web tool.
• Method 4: Uptodown — A third-party app store with standalone installers.

Why Would You Need to Install Apps Without the Microsoft Store?

The Microsoft Store can go missing for several reasons — you may have uninstalled it intentionally, it got corrupted during a Windows update, or you are running a version of Windows that does not include it (like IoT Enterprise LTSC or a customized installation like UnattendedWinstall).

Whatever the reason, you are not stuck. Every free app in the Microsoft Store can be installed without it. I will walk you through three methods below — starting with the Xbox app specifically, then covering how to install any Store app.

Tip: If you just want the Microsoft Store back, skip this guide and follow my guide to reinstalling the Microsoft Store instead — it covers multiple methods including WinGet, Winhance, and the Xbox app dependency trick.

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Method 1: Download the Xbox App Directly From Xbox.com

The Xbox app has its own standalone installer that does not require the Microsoft Store at all. This is the fastest way to get the Xbox app on your system.

1. Open your browser and go to the Xbox App for Windows download page
2. Scroll down and click Download the app
3. Run the downloaded XboxInstaller.exe file
4. Accept the terms and click Install
5. Click Let’s Go when the installation completes
6. Sign in with your Microsoft account to access the game catalog

Once the Xbox app is installed, you can also use it to reinstall the Microsoft Store. Open the Xbox app, go to Settings > General, and you will see the Microsoft Store listed as a missing dependency — click Install next to it.

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Method 2: Use UniGetUI to Install Any Store App

UniGetUI is a free graphical interface for package managers like WinGet, Scoop, and Chocolatey. It lets you search for and install any Microsoft Store app — not just the Xbox app — without needing the Store itself. This is my recommended method if you need to install multiple apps.

1. Download UniGetUI from the official website and install it
2. Open UniGetUI and make sure Discover Packages is selected
3. Type the name of the app you want (e.g., “Xbox”, “WhatsApp”, “TikTok”) in the search bar
4. Find the correct app in the results — check that the source says MS Store or Winget: msstore
5. Select the app and click Install Selected Packages

UniGetUI also handles app updates. Once you have installed apps through it, you can check for and apply updates directly from the Software Updates tab — no Microsoft Store needed for that either.

Tip: If you cannot find the Xbox app by searching, use this direct link to open it in UniGetUI automatically.

For a full walkthrough of UniGetUI including how to manage installed packages, check out my complete UniGetUI guide.

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Method 3: Download the .msixbundle File Using an Online Link Generator

If you do not want to install any extra software, you can download the app’s installer file directly from Microsoft’s servers using an online link generator. This works for any free app in the Microsoft Store.

1. Visit the app’s page on the Microsoft Store website and copy the URL from your browser’s address bar
2. Go to the online link generator (store.rg-adguard.net)
3. Make sure the dropdown is set to URL (link)
4. Paste the app URL and click the checkmark to generate download links
5. Find the .msixbundle file in the results — it is usually the largest file (a few hundred MB for the Xbox app)
6. Download the file, then double-click it to install

Note: Your browser may warn that the file “can’t be downloaded securely.” Click More Options > Keep > Keep Anyway. The file comes directly from Microsoft’s servers — it is safe to download.

This method works for any free Store app. For example, you can use it to install WhatsApp or Okular PDF Viewer the same way — just copy the app’s Store URL and generate the download link.

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Method 4: Download Apps From Uptodown

As a last resort, you can download .msixbundle files from third-party hosting sites like Uptodown. Search for the app you want, find the Windows version, and download it. The installation process is the same — double-click the downloaded file to install.

I recommend trying Methods 1-3 first, since those download directly from Microsoft’s servers. Uptodown is a reputable site, but downloading from the official source is always preferable when possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I install paid apps without the Microsoft Store?

No. These methods only work for free apps. Paid apps require the Microsoft Store for license verification and purchase processing. If you need paid apps, you will need to reinstall the Microsoft Store first.

Can I use the Xbox app to reinstall the Microsoft Store?

Yes. Once the Xbox app is installed, open it and go to Settings > General. The Microsoft Store will be listed as a missing dependency — click Install next to it. I cover this in detail in my Microsoft Store reinstallation guide.

Is it safe to download .msixbundle files from the online link generator?

Yes. The link generator at store.rg-adguard.net pulls files directly from Microsoft’s content delivery network. The files are the same ones you would get from the Microsoft Store — the generator just gives you a direct download link instead of going through the Store app.

Do these methods work on both Windows 10 and Windows 11?

Yes. All four methods work on both Windows 10 and Windows 11. The Xbox app installer from Xbox.com supports both versions, and UniGetUI and the link generator work regardless of your Windows version.

What if the Xbox app installer will not run on my computer?

Right-click the downloaded file and choose Run as administrator. If it still fails, make sure Windows is fully updated. Alternatively, use Method 2 (UniGetUI) or Method 3 (link generator) to install the Xbox app a different way.