Microsoft shows how to redeem an Xbox One download code in six seconds (video) Jon Fingas. How quickly can you redeem an Xbox One download code? Find a game to gift on the Microsoft Store on your Xbox One console. Select Buy as gift from the store listing. Select Choose from your list of Xbox friends.
Do I need to install the entire game to my hard drive before I can play it?
No. Some Xbox One games are pretty large, and installing the entire game, especially if you’re downloading it, can take a while. You can start any game before the installation is complete, though not all game features will be available. If you watch the download in the Queue or Games section of My games & apps, 'Downloading' changes to 'Ready to start' when it's available to play.
Will I lose my game info and/or progress if I reinstall it?
The Xbox One console saves your gameplay data to the cloud, so if you’ve played your game online, you can resync your game with the cloud once you've reinstalled it. See Xbox One cloud game saves: FAQ.
Can I play another game while installing one on my Xbox One console?
Yes. You can always play digital games when you’re installing a game from the Microsoft Store or from disc. You can also play games from disc if you’re installing from the Microsoft Store.
However, you can’t play games from a disc if you’re installing from the disc.
Can I install a game while I'm offline?
Yes, you can install a disc-based game while you're offline. See Using Xbox One offline.
Why do I have to install a game if I have the disc?
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Optical disc drives can’t read data quickly enough to keep up with modern games, so you get the best gaming experience when you install the game from a disc on your Xbox One console.
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Why does it take so long to install a game?
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Game installs depend on how fast a drive can transfer files. The maximum data transfer rate for the Xbox One disc drive is currently 54 Mbps. If you think your game is installing too slowly, see Troubleshoot slow game or app downloads on Xbox One.