Minecraft: Making it multiplayer

From Minecraft/Microsoft -

https://minecraft.net/en-us/article/minecraft-multiplayer-server-safety

“Join Multiplayer Games” Settings
If you have your settings set to block joining multiplayer games, you can’t join any multiplayer games in Minecraft, including shared local worlds, Realms or servers. To enable multiplayer in Minecraft, make sure this setting is set to ‘Allow.’

However, just like ASCllnaut, that setting was already turned on for my children. In other words I'm in the same boat, we can play on the LAN but not on a realm.

make sure that one of you are not part of the Minecraft Beta Insider Program as this interferes with multiplayer

can you help me make my Minecraft let me meet play multiplayer?

Hello Sleepizum, My name is David. I am an independent advisor, happy to help you today.

Make sure your Internet connection is stable and working properly. A weak or unstable connection may hinder your ability to join multiplayer servers.

Check your firewall settings. Verify that your firewall is not blocking access to the Minecraft multiplayer servers. You can try temporarily disabling the firewall to see if that solves the problem. If it works, you can set a firewall exception to allow access to Minecraft.

Check your router settings Some routers may have settings that block or limit access to multiplayer services. Make sure your router settings allow the network traffic needed to play multiplayer.

Check for updates. Make sure you have the latest version of Minecraft Java Edition installed. Game updates often fix issues and improve the multiplayer experience.

Check that your Minecraft account is set up correctly: If you are using a Minecraft account, make sure it is set up correctly to play multiplayer. Check that there are no age restrictions or other settings that prevent access to multiplayer.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding! Please feel free to let me know if you need anything else.
Best regards.

Hi there Nebojsa K.

I am Lumie and I would love to assist you today.

I am so sorry you are having issues playing Minecraft multiplaye.

Let's go through a comprehensive list of potential issues and solutions to get you connected.

Verify Microsoft Account Settings
Ensure your Microsoft account settings allow multiplayer gaming:

Go to Microsoft's Privacy & Online Safety settings. Ensure that settings under "Xbox One/Windows 10 Online Safety" are set to allow multiplayer gaming. Look for options like "Join multiplayer games" and make sure they are set to "Allow."
Check if there are any content restrictions on your account that might block multiplayer access.

Check Minecraft Account Settings
Make sure your Minecraft account is correctly set up:

If your account is part of a family group, verify that parental controls aren’t restricting multiplayer access. You might need to log in to the parent account to change these settings.

Update Minecraft
Ensure that your game is up to date:

Open the Minecraft launcher and check for any available updates. Having the latest version is crucial for multiplayer compatibility.

Check Your Network Configuration
Network issues can often be the culprit:

Your network's NAT type (Network Address Translation) should ideally be set to "Open" or "Moderate." Strict NAT types can restrict multiplayer capabilities. You can check this setting on your console or PC.
For optimal multiplayer performance, you may need to set up port forwarding on your router. Minecraft typically uses port 25565, but the required ports might vary based on your setup and platform.

Enable Multiplayer on Minecraft Settings
Ensure multiplayer is enabled in-game:

Open Minecraft, go to "Settings" -> "Profile," and ensure that the "Multiplayer Game" option is toggled on.
Make sure the multiplayer settings in-game are configured correctly. Check for any settings that may be restricting multiplayer access.

Reinstall Minecraft
Uninstall Minecraft, then download and install it again from the official website or store.

You could also contact Xbox support here: [support.xbox.com/contact-us]

I hope this helps.

Let me know if I can be of any further assistance. -Lumie