Can't access Minecraft Java Edition. Microsoft Account not the same as Xbox Account.

Discus and support Can't access Minecraft Java Edition. Microsoft Account not the same as Xbox Account. in XBoX Games and Apps to solve the problem; Please follow these steps: 1- Sign out of both the Xbox App and the Microsoft store, 2- Sign back in with the same account on both platforms, 3-... Discussion in 'XBoX Games and Apps' started by Lucas Tucker, Apr 25, 2023.

  1. Lucas Tucker
    Lucas Tucker Guest

    Can't access Minecraft Java Edition. Microsoft Account not the same as Xbox Account.


    Please follow these steps:

    1- Sign out of both the Xbox App and the Microsoft store,

    2- Sign back in with the same account on both platforms,

    3- Open Minecraft Launcher,

    4- Sign in with Xbox/Microsoft (Not the Mojang option),

    5- In the Minecraft Launcher (Top left) you will see your profile picture (click it),

    6- Click the 'Manage Minecraft: Java Edition Profile', which will then lead you to the Mojang website,

    7- On the Mojang website, login via Xbox/Microsoft with the same account (That has access to Minecraft),

    8- From the Mojang website, click 'My Games' and amongst the many options there is one that reads 'Minecraft Java Edition'. Click Profile Name and set one.

    9- Now go back to the Minecraft Launcher (Maybe restart it for good measure) and Mojang should now set a username for you instead of having to do it manually through the Launcher. This may not stop the message you get every time you open it up but it will launch the game.

    10- Start up Java Edition.

    Please tell me if this helps for anyone else.

    A more simple answer would be:

    Just go to Mojang, sign in with the minecraft microsoft/xbox account, set a profile name for your java edition and this should work.

    :)
     
    Lucas Tucker, Apr 25, 2023
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  2. reforc3 Win User

    Minecraft question

    Hi,

    Minecraft Java Edition can be purchased from thier store page using your Microsoft Account:

    https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/store/minecraft-java-edition

    And then being accessed with the (free) Minecraft Launcher on the Microsoft Store.

    Both Windows and Java Editions are included with Xbox Game Pass for PC/Ultimate subscription.
  3. BahadourAf. Win User

    No access to Minecraft: Java Edition after migrating account to Microsoft

    No access to Minecraft: Java Edition after migrating account to Microsoft

    I tried everything nothing works
  4. Marrion_Y Win User

    How to get Minecraft Java with Bedrock Edition

    Hi Cavan Johnsen,

    Welcome to Microsoft Xbox Community Forum. I understand that you are trying to get Minecraft Java with Bedrock Edition, and you have Minecraft Bedrock for PC, but you are unable to access the Java tab. I'll be happy to assist you with this.



    Firstly, it's important to note that Minecraft Java and Minecraft Bedrock are two separate versions of the game. Minecraft Java is the original version of the game, while Minecraft Bedrock is the cross-platform version of the game that is available on multiple devices.

    To get Minecraft Java with Bedrock Edition, you will need to purchase Minecraft Java separately. You can purchase Minecraft Java from the official Minecraft website. Once you have purchased Minecraft Java, you will be able to access the Bedrock Edition by logging into your Microsoft account and downloading the game from the Microsoft Store. However, if you have purchased Minecraft Bedrock Edition before June 6th, 2022, you are eligible to redeem a free copy of Minecraft Java Edition from the official website. Here are the steps to do so:

    1. Go to Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC Standard Edition and log in with your Microsoft account.

    2. Click on "Redeem a copy" and follow the instructions to claim your code.

    3. Download the Minecraft Launcher for Windows from https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/download and install it on your PC.

    4. Sign into the Launcher using your Microsoft account, and you will be able to run Java Edition.



    If you are unable to access the Java tab on the Minecraft launcher, it could be due to a few reasons. One possible reason is that you may not have purchased Minecraft Java yet. Another possible reason is that you may not have logged into your Minecraft account on the launcher.

    To log into your Minecraft account on the launcher, follow these steps:

    1. Open the Minecraft launcher.

    2. Click on the "Settings" button.

    3. Click on the "Accounts" tab.

    4. Enter your Minecraft account email and password.

    5. Click on the "Save" button.

    Once you have logged into your Minecraft account on the launcher, you should be able to access the Java tab and purchase Minecraft Java.



    I hope this helps! If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to ask.

    Kind regards,

    Marrion
  5. victor ‎‎ Win User

    I'm being asked to buy Minecraft: Java and Bedrock edition although I have already owned Bedrock for years and I have Java on my laptop.

    The Xbox edition of Minecraft in the screenshot is still the Bedrock edition, is it not? I should have access to Java through owning the Bedrock edition, and I don't understand why I wouldn't be able to play it if I played Java in the past with my Microsoft account without having to buy Java.
  6. Kathy A. Win User

    Help with logging into Minecraft java account that goes to minecraft bedrock account when logged in with the same email

    Hello,



    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    We understand that you're having trouble logging into your Minecraft Java account. It sounds like there may be some confusion with your email address and account information.



    For us to be on the same page, may we know when did you migrated your Minecraft account to Microsoft account?

    We would like to show you a timeline of the migration process so you will be aware of what could have happened to your Minecraft Java:


    I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any further questions.

    Sincerely,



    Microsoft Community Moderator
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