I Have Barely Any Games but No Storage? 4 Easy Fixes You Should Try

Why I Have Barely Any Games but No Storage?

It's a scenario that many users encounter: you look at your list of installed programs, especially the large ones like games, and see... well, not much. Yet, when you check your computer's storage (usually C: drive), it's flashing red, showing almost no free space.

Why does it happen? The truth is, modern operating systems and the software you use every day generate a large amount of data behind the scenes. While games are often the first suspect due to their large size, many other things contribute to a full drive. Here are common items that consume disk space:

The Operating System Itself

System Files

Windows Updates and Temporary Installation Files

Temporary and Cache Files

User Files

The Recycle Bin

Application Data and Caches

and more...

How to Find Out What's Using Your Space?

Before you start deleting things randomly, it's best to figure out which types of files are consuming your storage. Windows has built-in tools that can help you check this. Follow these steps to find out what's using your space:

Step 1: Press Windows + I to open the settings.

Step 2: Then click System > Storage to see all the drives on your computer and the space used.

Step 3: Choose the drive you want to check, and you'll see its storage usage. This can help you identify which types of files to remove.

4 Easy Fixes You Should Try To Free Up Storage

Now that you know where your storage space is going, let’s fix the “I have barely any games but no storage” issue. Below are four effective methods to free up space. These simple fixes can help you recover a significant amount of storage and improve your PC’s performance.

Fix 1. Uninstall Unused Programs

Even if you don't have many games, you might have other software installed that you no longer use. Over time, we install various programs and then forget about them. These programs can take up substantial amounts of disk space. You can follow these steps to uninstall the unwanted programs to free up disk space:

Step 1: Press Windows + I to open the settings.

Step 2: Then go to Apps > Apps & features.

Step 3: Select the software you want to uninstall and hit the Uninstall button.

Step 4: Wait patiently until it’s complete.

Fix 2. Move Installed Programs to Another Drive

If you don't want to lose any data, moving installed programs to another drive is a smart and safe choice. AOMEI Partition Assistant offers a powerful and intuitive App Mover feature. It allows you to relocate installed programs or large folders from one drive to another without the need to reinstall them. By doing so, you can reclaim valuable space on your C:drive and ensure your system continues to run smoothly.

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Here's how to move applications to another drive:

Step 1: Click the Free up > App Mover.

Step 2: Choose Move Apps or Move Folders as you like. In this step, we choose App Mover.

Step 3: Select the partition you want to move applications from and click Next.

Step 4: In the pop-up window, select the applications you want to move and choose a target location for them. Then click Move.

Step 5: Click OK to start the process. Then your applications will be safely moved to the target location.

Fix 3. Clean Up Personal Files

Some users may say, "I barely have any apps, and my storage is full." Take a deep breath! Your drive storage may be filling up because of the files you create or download. Even without games or apps, large video files, photo libraries, music collections, or forgotten downloads can quietly take up a lot of space.

Here's how to clean up personal files in Windows 10:

Step 1: Press Windows + E to open File Explorer.

Step 2: Navigate to the files or folders you no longer need.

Step 3: Right-click the unwanted items and select Delete.

Step 4: Finally, empty the Recycle Bin to free up disk space.

Fix 4. Clean Up System Junk Files and Registry Junk Files

If your computer storage is full but no files are visible, junk files may be the hidden culprit. Beyond apps and personal data, a significant amount of disk space is often taken up by accumulated system junk and registry clutter. These are often buried in system folders or app directories, making them hard to find.

This is where dedicated cleanup tools come in handy. A powerful tool like AOMEI Partition Assistant includes a feature specifically designed to safely find and remove these hidden junk files. With just a few clicks, it can help you thoroughly clean your PC and keep your system running more smoothly.

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Let's use AOMEI Partition Assistant to clean up junk files:

Step 1: After installing AOMEI Partition Assistant on your PC, launch it and go to Free up > PC Cleaner.

Step 2:  In the pop-up window, click Start Scan to scan for junk files.

Step 3: After the scan process is completed, System Junk Files and Registry Junk Files will be listed. By default, all System Junk Files are ticked. Depending on your needs, tick the options you want to clean, and then click Clean All to start the cleaning process.

Step 4: The cleaning process will start, and the selected files will be cleaned up.

Additionally, AOMEI Partition Assistant can help you find and remove duplicate files with ease. You can also use it to add free space to your C: drive, giving your system more room to run smoothly.

Conclusion

Finding yourself with barely any games but no storage space can be frustrating. But in most cases, it’s not a bug or a mystery—it’s the result of hidden data filling up over time. In this guide, we explore 3 effective ways to reclaim valuable disk space to keep your PC running smoothly. Say goodbye to the headache and enjoy your newly freed-up space!

FAQs

Q1: Is it safe to delete the files recommended by AOMEI Partition Assistant?

Yes, generally the files identified are safe to delete. It typically targets temporary files, old system updates, and cache files that are no longer needed for your system to function correctly. Always review the list before confirming deletion if you are unsure.

Q2: Will freeing up storage space make my computer faster?

Yes, freeing up significant storage space, especially on your main system drive (C:), can often improve performance. 

Q3: I've tried everything, but my drive is still full. What else can I do?

If extensive cleaning doesn't free up enough space, your main drive might simply be too small for your needs. Consider upgrading to a larger SSD or hard drive, or adding a secondary drive to store data.