Microsoft Flight simulator error code 0x80070005

Today Microsoft Flight Simulator was upgraded and now it fails on startup with the same error code.

yes proceed with the reset and test.

tested the second solution?

Try deleting the Game Services registry keys and reinstalling the Game Services app on your Windows 10 device:

Right-click the Start button in the lower left corner of the main screen and select Windows PowerShell (Administrator).

From the Administrator: At the Windows PowerShell screen type the following command and press Enter:

Get-AppxPackage *gamingservices* -allusers | remove-appxpackage -allusers

In the same window, type the following commands and press Enter:

Remove-Item -Path "HKLM:\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\GamingServices" -recurse

Remove-Item -Path "HKLM:\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\GamingServicesNet" -recurse

Restart the device.

Right-click the Start button in the lower left corner of the main screen and select Windows PowerShell (Administrator).

From the Administrator: At the Windows PowerShell screen type the following command and press Enter:

start ms-windows-store://pdp/?productid=9MWPM2CQNLHN

Install the application on this page and select Yes when prompted for User Account Control (CCU).

Try installing or starting the game again

Thank you for your timely response! I clicked on view optional updates and got this screen:





Please tell me how to proceed. Thx! Ryan

Hey Ryan,

Glad to hear this is all sorted and resolved for you! I’ve marked your reply as the answer to reflect this

Apps and programs (especially third party software) such as Anti-virus software, ad blockers, VPNs, etc, can all affect access to online features and the ability to install games and apps, as well as overall performance. Your network and system settings can also be a possible factor here.

Just in case you come across this error again, there’s additional recommended advice and suggestions in these support guides:

https://www.thewindowsclub.com/cant-install-game-pass-games-on-windows-10

Troubleshoot game installations on a Windows 10 device | Xbox Support

Fix problems with apps from Microsoft Store | Microsoft Support

The troubleshooting steps for the specific error code you received are under “Microsoft Store apps fail to download with Error: 0x80070005” here:

I can't find or install an app from Microsoft Store | Microsoft Support

If you encounter any in-game errors, contact support (submit a ticket with as much information as possible and they’ll reply by email). It would be best to reach out to the game developer - Asobo Studio - @AsoboStudio on Twitter if you have any further questions. You can also post to the MSFS Community Support Forum

Take care and have fun ツ