[Complete Guide 2022] How to Move Games to an SSD Without Reinstalling [Complete Guide 2022] How to Move Games to an SSD Without Reinstalling

Is it possible to move all games to an SSD?

We all know how annoying it can be when you run out of disk space. Sometimes, when your hard drive is almost full, you might choose to delete some large files. But what about important ones, like games?

Today, we'll introduce you to some reliable solutions on how to move games to SSD. Without any extra steps, you'll learn the ways to transfer games from HDD to SSD, including moving Steam games to SSD, as well as relocating Epic, Blizzard, and Origin to another drive.

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All the transfers can be done using the game migration tool – Todo PCTrans. Just a few clicks and you'll enjoy the effortless steps.

How to Move Steam Games to an SSD

[[2]](#2) 1. Use the Steam Library Migration Tool to move Steam games to an SSD

To move all games from HDD to SSD, you can try the most recommended solution – using a third-party Steam game mover tool to transfer Steam games from HDD to SSD. Here, you can give a try to the PC Transfer Software, which is a professional and user-friendly tool that helps you safely and easily shift Steam games to SSD without reinstallation.

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Tool: Todo PCTrans

• Migrate to a New PC: Steam, Origin, LOL, Blizzard.
• Move to a New Hard Drive: DIABLO, WORLD OF WARCRAFT, OVERWATCH, HEARTHSTONE, HEROES OF THE STORM, etc.
• 迁移游戏应用到新电脑或新硬盘只需3步。

< strong >Step 1: Run Todo PCTrans to Start the Migration< /strong >

Run the Todo PCTrans tool on your Windows 10/8.1/8/7 computer. Navigate to the “App Migration” transfer mode, and click “Start.”

Step 2: Choose the game to transfer

On the left pane, select the drive where the game is installed. Find the game you want to transfer and check the box next to it. Since you're moving the selected game to an SSD, click on the triangle icon and set the SSD as the destination. Finally, hit "Migrate."

Step 3: Begin the transfer process

The tool immediately starts transferring the game from the hard drive to the SSD. Wait for the process to complete.

Additionally, you may need to move games from an HDD to an SSD, such as when transferring Steam games to a new PC. We have a useful guide on how to transfer games from one PC to another: How to Transfer Games from PC to PC.

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2. Use the "Move Install Folder" feature to relocate Steam games to an SSD

Steam has a built-in feature to help you move Steam games to another drive, but it can only move one game at a time. If you need to move many games, try using the Todo PCTrans tool, or follow one of the three methods below.

How to Move Steam Games to an SSD:

Step 1 Create a new Steam folder.

Select “Steam” > “Settings” > “Downloads” > “Add Library Folder” > choose the drive you'd like > and click “Create New Folder.”

Step 2: Move the game files to the second library.

1. Right-click the game in your Steam library and select "Properties."

2. Next, in the Local Files tab, select Move Install Folder.

If you're interested in this topic, you can also read our article on how to move a Steam game to another drive.

3. Move Games to Another Drive with the Steam Library Manager

The Steam Library Manager can help you with moving games from an HDD to an SSD. When you open the main interface, you'll see all the Steam libraries on your PC. Just select the game and drag it to another library located on the SSD. To move all your Steam games to another drive, follow these steps:

Step 1: Download the Steam Library Manager from its official website.

In the main Steam Library Manager window, you'll see a list of all the games in your library. Simply drag it to another drive.

Step 3: In the Task Manager, click on Start to move your Steam game to another drive.

Step 4: If there are any issues, check the log file below.

4. Move Steam Games to SSD by Copying the Steam Game Folder

Step 1: Click on “Steam” > “Settings” > “Downloads,” and then click “Steam Library Folders.” At the top, add a new location where you want to install your Steam games.

&Step 2&: Copy the game's folder to the Steam games folder on your SSD.

Step 3: Right-click the game you moved and select 'Delete Local Content' from the Steam menu.

Step 4: Launch the game again and install it. When prompted to choose a location, select the SSD where you copied the game.

Step 5: Steam will verify that the files are in place and ready, and won't download anything.

If you encounter errors during the migration, see the additional tips at the bottom of this page.

How to Move Epic Games to an SSD

Back in the Steam section, run Todo PCTrans to migrate your games. We also show you how to move games manually to another drive.

Step 1: Locate your game's folder. (The default path is C:\Program Files\Epic Games\Fortnite.) Move it to a new location, and then rename the folder to Fortnite*.

Step 2: Open the Epic Games Store. > Click on the three dots next to the game. > Select Uninstall. > Redownload the game once the uninstallation is finished.

Step 3. Choose the installation location (e.g., D:\Games\Epic\Fortnite) > Start the installation, then click on the Download tab > Click the X to stop the installation.

Step 4. Navigate to the new folder on your destination drive. Delete the Fortnite folder, then rename Fortnite* to Fortnite.

Step 5: Open the Epic Launcher. > Click on the game to continue downloading.

How to Move Blizzard Games from HDD to SSD

Click here for the automated method of moving Blizzard games to an SSD. Alternatively, we'll look at the manual method.

Step 1: Open the Blizzard Battle.net desktop app and uninstall your Blizzard games.

Step 2: Reinstall the game.

Step 3: Under the "Installation" section, select the correct drive and click Start Installation.

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How to Move Blizzard Games to Another Drive

There are three tested ways to move Blizzard games to another drive. One is to transfer the game to the desired drive without reinstalling. Use Todo PCTrans to change the drive. The other two methods are to manually install Blizzard games on another drive.

How to Move Origin Games to an SSD

Open Origin and click the built-in Move Game button.

Right-click the game in your Origin library and select “Move Game.” Choose the location you want to move it to.

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Additional Tip: What to Do If You Encounter a Steam Error

If issues arise after the migration, you can resolve them using the following solutions:

1. Move the SteamApps folder from the Steam installation folder to your desktop. 2. Uninstall Steam (this is necessary to remove the old Steam installation settings from the Windows registry). 3. Reinstall Steam, and then copy the SteamApps folder back into the new Steam installation directory. 4. Verify that you've moved the SteamApps folder to the new Steam installation folder, so all downloaded game content, settings, and saved games are copied to the new location.

If the game files are corrupted, you can also have Steam automatically find and replace damaged files by verifying the integrity of your local cache:

In your Steam Library, right-click the game > Properties > Local Files > Verify Integrity of Game Files… and you should be able to play your Steam games again.

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Here are some common questions from the web that you might find answers to here.

How to Migrate Windows 11/10 to SSD?

A: Users can clone the system drive using disk imaging software to move Windows 11/10 to an SSD without reinstalling Windows. Alternatively, you can read the article on how to migrate Windows 10 from HDD to SSD.

Question: Should I install my games on an SSD?

A: Yes, you should. Solid-state drives (SSDs) perform better than hard disk drives (HDDs) in several ways, such as speed, reliability, and durability. SSDs use flash technology to provide superior performance and toughness. They offer faster load times for games, applications, and movies. Being based on this technology, SSDs are lighter and can withstand more abuse from movement and drops. Some advantages of SSDs over HDDs include:

- Faster read and write speeds - Superior performance and reliability - More energy efficient with lower noise levels - Enhanced durability

As mentioned, it's a good idea to install games on an SSD. You should upgrade to an SSD for your operating system, applications, and most frequently used files, as it can provide a significant speed boost.

Question: Can I move my game from HDD to SSD?

A: Absolutely. You can move your Steam games to an SSD either through the software or by manually modifying the game's folder. Most people are looking for ways to transfer Steam to another drive anyway.