minecraft stuck on ''waiting on install''

Hi JambamOW!

What's your Windows OS version? Please make sure that your Windows OS is up-to-date. If possible, try to install your optional updates as well. Check also the available updates on your Microsoft Store.

Check for Windows updates - https://support.microsoft.com/windows/update-wi...

Get updates from Microsoft Store - https://support.microsoft.com/account-billing/g...

Alternatively, please cancel your installation and restart PC. Try to install the game directly from Xbox app or Microsoft Store.

It worked . But i got another problem. I tried to download minecraft bedrock edition . But it stuck on “Waiting for install” i waited 3 hours but it didn’t install

Dear StaticHuman79



Thank you for posting to Microsoft Community



Based on your description, I understand that you are having problems installing Minecraft and the process is always in the pending installation queue, please point out if I am misunderstanding you.



Here are some of my suggestions



Check Microsoft Store or Launcher Status

• For Microsoft Store Users: If you installed Minecraft through the Microsoft Store, make sure there are no issues with the store.
  
• For Launcher Users: If you installed using the Minecraft Launcher, try restarting the installation process from the launcher and ensure it is updated to the latest version.
  
• Open the Microsoft Store and check for any pending updates.
  
• Clear the Microsoft Store cache:
  
  • Press Win + R, type wsreset, and hit Enter to clear the cache.
    
  • After clearing, try to reinstall Minecraft.
    

Check Network Connection

• Ensure that your network connection is stable, you can try:
  
  • Disconnecting and reconnecting your Wi-Fi or Internet.
    
  • Using another network (e.g., connecting your computer to a mobile hotspot), then try downloading and installing again.
    
• If using a VPN, try disabling it and see if that helps.
  

Ensure Sufficient Storage Space

• Confirm that your hard drive or SSD has enough free space to install Minecraft (at least 10GB of available space).
  
• If space is low, delete some unnecessary files to free up space, then retry the installation.
  

Update System and Related Applications

• Check if Windows has any pending updates:
  
  • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update, and install all available updates.
    
• Ensure that the Microsoft Store and any related Xbox apps (if applicable) are up to date, as these might impact the installation process.
  

Restart Installation Process

• Cancel the current pending installation and clear the installation cache for Minecraft:
  
  • For Microsoft Store: Open the Microsoft Store, go to “My Library,” find Minecraft and cancel the installation task. Then restart the installation.
    
  • For Launcher: Uninstall the Minecraft launcher (or directly delete any current tasks in the launcher), then reinstall the Minecraft launcher and try again.
    

Re-login to Microsoft or Xbox Account

• If your Microsoft Store or Xbox app has login issues:
  
  • Log out of your current Microsoft account and log back in.
    
  • Open the Xbox app (if you have it) and ensure your account logs in correctly.
    
  • Make sure you are logged into the correct account that purchased Minecraft.
    

Check System Services

• Ensure relevant services are running (such as the “Windows Update Service,” which is crucial for some installation processes). If unsure, try the following steps:
  
  1. Press Win + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.
     
  2. In the services list, find “Windows Update” and ensure it is started (right-click, select “Start”).
     

Re-download from Minecraft Official Site

• If there are ongoing issues through the Microsoft Store, visit the Minecraft official website (https://www.minecraft.net) and try downloading the launcher directly, then install the game from there.
  

Disclaimer: Microsoft provides no assurances and/or warranties, implied or otherwise, and is not responsible for the information you receive from the third-party linked sites or any support related to technology.



I wish you all the best

Carmid.L-MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

This helped so much, thank you. Lol

Preordered wednesday.... downloaded wednesday.... waited for it to say play..... install showed up..... stuck on reinstalling