Can I convert a game code from one PC platform to another?

I accidentally bought a Mac platform code for Black Ops instead of a Windows code off of amazon. Is there a way to convert the code for use in Windows?

I have an hp envy x360.

Best Answer

In the general case, if a PC game redeem code is restricted to one Operating System only then it is unlikely there is any way to change or transfer it directly.

Your best bet is to contact the place from which you purchased it and request a replacement code for the PC platform you intended to buy, or a full refund.

Do note that this should be a rare occurrence - if a game is stated to run on multiple OSs and it's managed by any of the major PC game platforms (Steam, Origin, Battle.NET etc), it's likely that the code will not be locked to a particular OS; so long as you log in with your account you will have access to download, install and play the game on any type of PC that it supports.

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Can you transfer PC games to another PC?

Move games on the new computer. Put the copied game folder from the external device to the same location on the new computer. Name folder as Origin Games. Open Origin and choose a game to download.

How do I transfer my Epic Games to another computer?

Make a backup copy the game you want to move on your computer.

Navigate to the game installation directory. ( Default: C:\\Program Files\\Epic Games\\[Game Name])

Copy this game folder to another location on your computer.

How do I transfer games from my PC to my laptop?

Here are the steps:

Start both PC and laptop and connect two computers via the Transfer USB cable.

Run the transfer software like Windows Easy Transfer on both computers.

On the source computer, on transfer software, select the transfer method and select files you'd like to move to the target computer.

How do I copy Steam game files?

Find the game in your Library you want to move. Right click the game's title and select "Properties..." Select the "Local Files" tab and then select "Move install folder..." From the drop down menu you can then select the Steam Library folder location you want to move the game's installation to.

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