Can I set a download speed limitation for games?

Discus and support Can I set a download speed limitation for games? in XBoX on Windows to solve the problem; I live in the mid-west in a very small town where internet speed is only 6MB/sec and it would be nice too limit things so they may install slowly... Discussion in 'XBoX on Windows' started by Tristan tjt, Oct 14, 2020.

  1. Tristan tjt
    Tristan tjt Guest

    Can I set a download speed limitation for games?


    I live in the mid-west in a very small town where internet speed is only 6MB/sec and it would be nice too limit things so they may install slowly overtime in the background while I can still reliably play games; Otherwise It will literally hog the small
    amount of bandwidth I got. I don't mind waiting a day or over night, so long as it installs without interfering too much with my other apps, games, or services.

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    Tristan tjt, Oct 14, 2020
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  2. GMS1stLDYCannon Win User

    Can I set a download speed limitation for games?

    Sorry this is not an option.
  3. Christyna64 Win User

    Issues with updating games over 4G

    I would talk to your ISP and see if they have set limits on your speeds and downloading.
  4. kev edin Win User

    Download speed

    Sometimes the servers you are downloading the game from can limit the down load speed .

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  5. Kathy A. Win User

    Outrageous download speeds

    Hello KoohmiJ21,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    We understand that you're experiencing slow download speeds. Microsoft servers typically have high download speeds, so this may be an issue with your internet connection or network settings. What we can recommend you is to try the tips below to improve your download speed:

    Check your internet connection speed:

    • You can use an online speed test tool to check your internet connection speed.
    • If your speed is significantly lower than what you're paying for, you may need to contact your internet service provider.
    • Please see the overall bandwidth and connection speed by checking the details on this link (under Step 2): Troubleshoot your network connection speed | Xbox Support
    • You may also try the other suggestions from this link. Please note that there are steps here that is applicable to Xbox Console, with that please skip those steps.

    Check your network settings:

    • Make sure that your network settings are optimized for gaming and downloads.
    • You can try resetting your router or modem or adjusting your network settings to prioritize gaming and downloads.
    • Set your data limit in PC, please see the steps on how to do that here: Set your data limit - Microsoft Support.

    Check for background downloads:

    • Make sure that there are no other downloads or updates running in the background that may be slowing down your download speed.

    Use a wired connection:

    • If you're using a wireless connection, try using a wired connection instead.
    • This can improve your download speed and reduce latency.

    I hope these tips help improve your download speed. Let me know if you have any other questions or concerns.

    Sincerely,



    Microsoft Community Moderator
  6. MoeZArts Win User

    Xbox one X game download speeds

    It is likely your ISP is limiting the download speed. As far as I know and tried, I could download games when I had my fiber connection with speeds between 800mbps - 900mbps. I can do 180mbps - 200mbps with my current connection,
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