Family Sharing Minecraft on a mac

Discus and support Family Sharing Minecraft on a mac in XBoX Games and Apps to solve the problem; I purchased Minecraft java from minecraft.net on my macbook. I logged in using my microsoft account, which has two children registered as part of my... Discussion in 'XBoX Games and Apps' started by jerhelp, Jan 1, 2021.

  1. jerhelp
    jerhelp Guest

    Family Sharing Minecraft on a mac


    I purchased Minecraft java from minecraft.net on my macbook.

    I logged in using my microsoft account, which has two children registered as part of my family. When they log in to their accounts and try to play minecraft, they can only play the demo. I've looked at forums to see if there is a way to allow them to play
    the game through family sharing, but nothing works. Minecraft doesn't even show up as a purchase in my Microsoft account.

    Please Help! Thanks!

    :)
     
    jerhelp, Jan 1, 2021
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  2. wi7bit Win User

    Family Sharing Minecraft on a mac

    Hi jerhelp

    Although you need a Microsoft account to purchase Minecraft (Java) it is not linked to a Microsoft Family account.

    Minecraft Java version only gives you a single user license. As it's not purchased through the Microsoft store, you will not see it in your purchase history.

    You are getting this confused for the Bedrock edition, which isn't available for the Mac. If this is the case, I would recommend requesting a refund. The version you have will only be playable through your account.

    Come back to us if you have any further questions.
  3. Francia J. Win User

    Family Sharing and Minecraft

    Hi amandabee_251, I hope you're doing great out there despite the issue that you're experiencing. I am an Independent advisor and I am here to help you in regards to your concern.

    Since the game was purchased on your account, you will be needing to sign in every time they wanted to play the game since the game license is under yours.

    As a workaround, if the purchase was made within 14 days you can try to request a refund via https://xbox.com/refunds.
  4. SwordofWhedon Win User

    Minecraft MacOS Family Sharing

    Athe MacOs version is also ancient and wouldn't be supported connecting to modern versions
  5. Rodrigo Oliver Win User

    Minecraft MacOS Family Sharing

    Hi Bryan, my name is Rodrigo. I'm an Independent Advisor and a member of the Microsoft community and I'd love to assist you today.

    I am sorry to hear that.

    Minecraft Java license is personal, and it can't be shared with other accounts.

    For more information on Apple Family Share: https://support.apple.com/108911
  6. ForzaDrift Girl Win User

    Do i need to purchase minecraft twice?

    Hi,

    You can share games with your family but you need to set one xbox as your home xbox in order to let him play minecraft
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