Can I download and play a game at the same time?

Browning2010 · 27-06-2012 10:12AM #1

Im currently downloading the mass effect extended cut can I play a game while its doing this or will it just stop the download?

ooPabsoo · 27-06-2012 10:14AM

Pretty sure Steam automatically pauses any downloads when you start playing a game. I'd say you can turn that off in settings though if you want.

chin_grin · 27-06-2012 10:18AM

What system are you running? I know xbox automatically pauses and only certain games allow downloads to run in the background on ps3.

Browning2010 · 27-06-2012 10:21AM

Sorry should have said its on XBL.

johnny_ultimate · 27-06-2012 12:34PM

It's hit and miss on Xbox (compared to almost entirely miss on PS3). Many games with a heavy online element - background or otherwise - won't let you download. But many single player games do. I'm often surprised playing some games when the 'download complete' message pops up.

Browning2010 · 27-06-2012 12:45PM

I didn't chance it in the end its taking long enough,

1.85GB and its been on since 10 and It's now 92% complete.

Torture.

jate3d9u1qxmwc · 19-07-2012 08:14PM

On Xbox the console will pause downloads when you start to play a game that connects to a server ie. Cerberus Network where as if you play a game such as Skyrim it will continue in the background.

Can I download and play a game at the same time?

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