Farming Simulator 25 has finally landed for PC players — but if you’re reading this, you might be stuck staring at a progress bar that refuses to move, or an error message that pops up the moment you hit “Install.”
Don’t worry — you’re not alone. Many players have reported issues when trying to install the game through the Xbox app for PC or the Microsoft Store. The symptoms are frustratingly familiar:
- Install stuck at 0% or a very low percentage.
- “Error code” messages during installation.
- Install button greyed out.
- Game downloading but never finishing.
- Download restarts from the beginning.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through step-by-step fixes to get Farming Simulator 25 installed and running on your Windows PC. We’ll start with basic checks and work our way up to deeper solutions that fix even stubborn cases.
Step 1: Check Your Internet Connection
Before we dig into settings, let’s make sure the basics are covered.
A poor or unstable internet connection is one of the most common reasons game installations fail or stall.
What to do:
- Test your connection speed using a site like Speedtest.net.
- Minimum recommended download speed: 10 Mbps.
- Lower speeds may work, but installation will take much longer.
- If you’re on Wi-Fi, try switching to a wired Ethernet connection for stability.
- Restart your router/modem and reconnect to your network.
- If multiple devices are streaming or downloading, pause them during your game installation.
Why this matters:
The Xbox app and Microsoft Store use background delivery optimization. Even short interruptions can cause retries or freezes.
Step 2: Restart the Xbox App and Microsoft Store
Sometimes the problem is as simple as a hung process.
- Close the Xbox app and the Microsoft Store completely.
- Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
- Under Processes, find anything named:
Gaming ServicesMicrosoft StoreXbox App
- Select each one and click End Task.
- Reopen the Xbox app and try installing the game again.
Human tip: Think of this as giving the app a “fresh breath.” It clears stuck download states.
Step 3: Ensure You’re Logged In Correctly
The Xbox app and Microsoft Store both rely on your Microsoft account to verify game ownership.
- Open the Microsoft Store.
- Click your profile picture in the top right → select Sign out.
- Sign back in with the same Microsoft account you used to purchase or redeem Farming Simulator 25.
- Open the Xbox app and repeat the same sign-out/sign-in process.
Extra check:
If you have multiple Microsoft accounts, make sure you’re not logged into one in the Store and a different one in the Xbox app — that causes permission conflicts.
Step 4: Run Windows Update
Microsoft frequently fixes game installation issues through system updates.
- Press Windows + I to open Settings.
- Go to Windows Update.
- Click Check for updates.
- Install everything available (including optional updates if they relate to gaming or drivers).
- Restart your PC and try the install again.
Step 5: Repair or Reset the Xbox App and Microsoft Store
If the apps themselves are corrupted, repairing them can help.
- Press Windows + I → Apps → Installed apps.
- Find Xbox in the list → click Advanced options.
- Click Repair.
- If the issue persists, click Reset (this will log you out of the app).
- Repeat the process for the Microsoft Store.
Step 6: Clear the Microsoft Store & Xbox App Cache
A corrupted cache can block downloads.
For Microsoft Store:
- Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
- Type:
wsreset.exe - Press Enter — a blank window will open, run for a moment, then close.
For Xbox App:
- Press Windows + I → Apps → Installed apps.
- Locate the Xbox app → Advanced options.
- Click Terminate, then Reset.
Step 7: Check Gaming Services
Gaming Services is a background component that manages installs.
- Open Microsoft Store.
- Search for Gaming Services.
- If it’s not installed, install it.
- If it’s installed, click the … menu → Manage → Uninstall.
- Then reinstall it from the Store.
Step 8: Change the Installation Drive
Sometimes the default install location is the problem.
- Open Xbox app → Settings → General.
- Under Game install options, change the drive to another disk with enough space.
- Try installing Farming Simulator 25 again.
Why this helps:
Corrupt sectors or file system permission issues on the default drive can block new installs.
Step 9: Reinstall the Xbox App
If none of the above works, fully reinstalling the app may be the fix.
Steps:
- Press Windows + X → Windows PowerShell (Admin).
- Type:
get-appxpackage Microsoft.GamingApp | remove-appxpackage - Once removed, reinstall it from the Microsoft Store Xbox App page.
Step 10: Use the Microsoft Store Troubleshooter
Windows includes a built-in troubleshooter for Store issues.
- Press Windows + I → System → Troubleshoot → Other troubleshooters.
- Find Windows Store Apps and click Run.
- Follow the recommendations given.
Step 11: Check for Disk Errors
If your drive has issues, installation may fail.
- Press Windows + X → Terminal (Admin).
- Type:
chkdsk /f - Press Enter and follow prompts. This will check and fix drive errors.
Step 12: As a Last Resort — Fresh Windows Gaming Reset
If nothing works and you’ve confirmed your account and game license are fine, a Windows reset with “Keep my files” can clear deeper corruption.
- Press Windows + I → System → Recovery.
- Under Reset this PC, click Reset PC.
- Choose Keep my files and follow prompts.
⚠️ Warning: While this keeps personal files, it will remove apps and you’ll need to reinstall them.
Q&A Section
Q1: My download keeps restarting from 0%. Why?
This can happen due to unstable internet or cache corruption. Clear the Store/Xbox app cache and ensure a stable connection.
Q2: I’m getting an error code (0x80070005). What does it mean?
This usually means a permissions issue. Resetting the Xbox app and Store often fixes it.
Q3: Can I install the game on an external drive?
Yes, but ensure it’s formatted to NTFS and connected directly (not through a hub).
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Disclaimer
The steps above involve system changes such as resetting apps and running disk checks. Always back up important files before making major changes. If you’re not confident performing these steps, consider contacting official Microsoft support.
Final Thoughts
Getting Farming Simulator 25 installed on your PC via the Xbox app or Microsoft Store shouldn’t feel like its own farming challenge — but with these fixes, you should be able to move past the stubborn 0% install screen and start your virtual farming career without further interruptions.
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