How to Uninstall Games on Xbox Series X or S
If your local storage is full, and you want to download a new game, it’s time to uninstall something you aren’t using anymore. Here’s how to get the job done:
How to Reinstall an Xbox Series X or S Game
If you decide that you weren’t done with a game, or you end up getting the lightning-fast expansion drive that’s capable of storing and playing Xbox Series X|S games, reinstalling is just as easy as the initial removal process. You can also reinstall games then move them to an external USB drive for easier access. While you can’t play Xbox Series X or S games from an external USB drive, you can store them on one so that you don’t have to wait on long downloads or eat through your monthly data cap every time you want to reinstall. Here’s how to reinstall a game on Xbox Series X or S:
Why Uninstall Games From the Xbox Series X|S?
The Xbox Series X and S both have decent sized drives, but the sheer size of modern games means you won’t be able to fit everything you want. That’s especially true with the all-digital Series S, which has only half the storage of the Series X. If you go to buy a new game or movie, and you just don’t have enough space, it’s time to delete something.
Does Uninstalling an Xbox Series X or S Game Delete Saved Games?
When you uninstall a game from an Xbox Series X or S console, you’re given a few options. You can uninstall everything by choosing the uninstall all option, which removes the game, any updates you have downloaded, any expansions or add-ons you’ve downloaded, and all of your saved games. You can also choose to delete, individually, the game, downloaded updates, and saved games.
