How to Set Up Your Microsoft Account and Access the Microsoft Store on Your PC

If you've created a Microsoft account, you're encouraged to add it to Windows and use it as your user account. If you don't have an account yet, you can create one by accessing the sign-up page or reading our article on how to create a Microsoft account with or without a Microsoft email address. If you already use services such as Xbox Live, OneDrive, or Office 365, you likely already have a Microsoft account.

To access and download games from the Microsoft Store, you need to authenticate in Windows with a Microsoft account. Fortunately, setting up your account is relatively straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do so:

Step 1: Make sure that you have a Microsoft account

If you're not already signed in with your Microsoft account, you'll need to do so before proceeding. You can sign in by going to the Windows settings and clicking on 'Accounts' followed by 'Your info.'

Step 2: Download and install the Microsoft Store app

To access the Microsoft Store, you first need to download and install the app. Go to the Microsoft Store website and click on the 'Get' button to start the download process.

Step 3: Browse the games available in the Microsoft Store

Once you've installed the Microsoft Store app, you can browse through the various games available by clicking on the 'Games' tab. You can search for specific titles or browse through categories such as action, adventure, strategy, and more.

Step 4: Download and install games from the Microsoft Store

To download a game from the Microsoft Store, simply click on the title you're interested in and then click on the 'Install' button. The game will begin downloading and installing on your PC.

Step 5: Run the game(s) that you downloaded from the Microsoft Store

Once the game has finished installing, you can run it by clicking on the 'Play' or 'Start' button. You'll be able to access all of the features and gameplay without any issues.

In addition to games, the Microsoft Store also offers a new gallery of artwork and music. For example, there's a new album of music arrangements by celebrated composer Yasumasa Kitagawa that are fully synchronized with the original music so you can switch between them at any time during gameplay.

The Microsoft Store is also home to some amazing indie games. One such game is Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, a classic mystery puzzle game directed by Shu Takumi, creator of the Ace Attorney series. This long-awaited HD remaster features upgraded visuals and sound, allowing you to possess and manipulate objects, rewind time, and solve brainteasing puzzles in a story chock-full of quirky humor and charming characters.

In Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, you play as Sissel, a ghost who must solve the mystery of his own murder. With only a few hours until sunrise and oblivion, you'll need to uncover the answers to 'Who am I? Who killed me? And why?' by solving puzzles and interacting with other characters.

Overall, setting up your Microsoft account and accessing the Microsoft Store on your PC is relatively straightforward. By following these steps, you can start enjoying a wide range of games and other digital content from the comfort of your own home.

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