The minecraft launcher says i have to buy the game even though i already own it.

Hi, my name is Annanda, thank you for your question and for reaching out.

Many people seems to have this issue regarding the Java Edition. I made a search and came across many people mentioning that this can be solved by unninstaling the Windows 10/11 launcher, and downloading the 7/8 launcher instead to launch the game.

Here is a useful comment i found on Reddit by blackmetro:

" The new launcher has mutiple problems
including a "Play Demo" message OR incorrectly saying that you don't own the game.
there are no benefits to using the new launcher to play Minecraft Java edition

Uninstall the buggy Windows 10/11 launcher

install the much more stable Windows 7/8 launcher from the below URL:

https://www.minecraft.net/download/alternative

Windows 7/8 Launcher is 100 times more stable (regardless of what Windows version you're actually using)
it also lets you swap easily between different Java accounts, the new one does not

the older launcher does not support launching the Bedrock edition (aka the windows store version) but you can just launch the bedrock edition straight from the Microsoft store itself (no need for a launcher)

Once the old launcher is installed - you can remove the annoying "Please update your launcher message"
by right clicking the launcher properties and set compatibility to Windows 8 (make it think you're using an older copy of windows)

If you're angry enough about the new launcher add details to the bug report page - https://bugs.mojang.com/browse/MCL-16570

Not using Windows?
If you're on Mac or Linux OR just want to try a different launcher altogether - then try a 3rd party launcher

MultiMC

Badlion Client

Lunar client

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If you have just completed migration - make sure you log out (and back into) the launcher with your new Microsoft credentials

Also check your license if correctly configured with these simple steps
If you are still having issues, check your minecraft account license on the minecraft.net website

Navigate to - http://minecraft.net/profile

login with your Microsoft credentials

You should see a "My Games" list

you should see Minecraft Java Edition in your list of games

Here is an example of what your account should look like: Example.

If the Minecraft Java Edition tile - on the minecraft website - still says "Buy Now" (eg the screenshot) then you are either logged into the website with the wrong account - or - you havent migrated your account yet. "

Thank you blackmetro for the useful tips!

You can find this comment here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Minecraft/comments/uv8gf2/i_migrated_to_my_microsoft_account_but_minecraft/

This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.'

If this does not help you, i recommend contacting Support directly:

https://support.xbox.com/contact-us/

https://help.minecraft.net/hc/request/new?ticket_form_id=360001225811

I hope I was able to answer your questions! Please, if you have any other doubts, we are here to help.

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Best Regards, Annanda.

I just redownloaded Minecraft and when I did the game said "buy trial" even though I've already bought and downloaded the game. Well, at least it's not saying "incompatible with launcher" anymore, yet still it asks me to buy the game again.

None of those options worked, the account is definitely correct and I am using the same account for both. The launcher seems to be up to date as well. Surely, if I am able to play minecraft bedrock with that account on ios (I am able to join realms) then my account must have Bedrock, additionally when logging into the launcher with my brothers account who plays bedrock on PC, all it says is "Play Trial" so something is definitely wrong with the launcher. Is there anything else I can do? My PC is 7 years old, does it have something to do with that?

Hello again

It's a shame that none of my solutions worked for you, I don't have any more solutions for this type of problem, at this point we can do two things.

1. I release your question and let a more qualified expert than me take your question and try to solve it.

2. You go to support so that their experts can guide you in a pleasant way to your problem and you can solve it.

Which one do you choose?

Hi, Diego my name is Jhon, and will be a pleasure help you

It's frustrating to see "Buy Now" when you already own Minecraft Bedrock Edition. Let's explore some possible reasons and solutions:

Account Mismatch:

There's a chance you're logged into the wrong Microsoft account on the Minecraft Launcher.

Double-check the email address associated with the account you used to purchase Bedrock Edition. Ensure you're using the same account on both the launcher and the official Minecraft website.

Launcher Outdated:

An outdated Minecraft Launcher can sometimes cause purchase verification issues. Check for updates by clicking on the three dots next to your username in the Launcher and selecting "Check for Updates." Install any available updates and restart the Launcher.

For your reference, I've included some links where you can find more details about the solutions I suggested

https://www.vintageisthenewold.com/...to-buy-minecraft-again-if-i-already-bought-it

Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

I hope this helps! Don't hesitate to ask if you have any further questions or need additional clarification.