Why can't I play Minecraft multiplayer?

Discus and support Why can't I play Minecraft multiplayer? in XBoX Accessibility to solve the problem; I have been wanting to join my friend's realm on Minecraft from my Xbox Series S, but whenever I open it up I get a message saying something along the... Discussion in 'XBoX Accessibility' started by Will Souza, Feb 7, 2023.

  1. Will Souza
    Will Souza Guest

    Why can't I play Minecraft multiplayer?


    I have been wanting to join my friend's realm on Minecraft from my Xbox Series S, but whenever I open it up I get a message saying something along the lines of "You can not play Minecraft multiplayer because of how your Microsoft account is set up." It has a link to the instructions to fix this problem, however after following all of the instructions nothing has changed. All of my privacy and online safety settings are all set so I can play online. I have been able to play Minecraft online in the past and have even had a Realms subscription on that same Xbox at one point. I am able to play other games online with no issues so I don't understand why I can't play Minecraft. I have taken several other steps in order to make it work, such as deleting and redownloading Minecraft and power cycling. I also spent 2 hours the other night talking to the virtual agent and another person in the community, and they helped me create a new account to add my original account to an Xbox family so I could change the settings from that account, and that didn't work either. I would appreciate any help.

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    Will Souza, Feb 7, 2023
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  2. lxSakuraixl Win User

    I don't know why I can't still play multiplayer

    I have multiplayer ALLOWED but I can't still play multiplayer on minecraft why?
    maybe you don't have xbox live or its just a bug
  3. Alex Shouldice Win User

    I need Xbox live gold to play ONLINE minecraft but I have Xbox live?

    Hi, so I don't actually pay for the gold subscription but I still can play gold games and online multiplayer. so I don't know why I can't play minecraft online multiplayer.
  4. Kathy A. Win User

    Why can't I play minecraft multiplayer on minecraft?

    Good day!



    We haven't heard from you in 72 hours, so we will consider your issue resolved. If you do need further help, please create a new thread to discuss your concerns through this link: Create a new question or start a discussion (microsoft.com), as we will not be monitoring this thread going forward.


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    Thank you for your understanding.


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    Microsoft Community Moderator
  5. Kathy A. Win User

    Why can't I play minecraft multiplayer on minecraft?

    Hello Elise Stellnert,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.



    We understand that you are trying to play Minecraft in multiplayer mode. Let us check on this together and sort this out in timely manner for you to get back to gaming.

    Before we share details about this concern, please answer our questions below to isolate the issue:

    1. May we ask what is the platform you are trying to play Minecraft with?
    2. Since you have mention that you are not part of family, is your age considered as adult in your country or region? Please do not provide your age here.
    3. Have you been previously part of a Microsoft Family group?
    4. What is the Xbox Network if you are using Xbox Console or PC?
      • For Windows 10:
        • PC Settings > Gaming > Xbox Network and check the NAT Type.
        • Look for NAT Type.
        • Please reply with a screenshot or picture of the Xbox Network.
      • For Windows 11: Install Xbox Console Companion app from Microsoft Store (click here)
        • Launch Xbox Console Companion app.
        • Go to Settings and select Network tab.
        • Look for NAT Type.
        • Please reply with a screenshot or picture of the Xbox Network.
      • For Console:
        • Kindly go to Xbox Console's Settings.
        • Select Network and Network Settings.
        • Look for NAT Type.
        • Please reply with a screenshot or picture of the Xbox Network.

    There are two things about playing multiplayer mode restrictions: device (platform) restriction or Xbox Network or your account.

    • If you are unable to update your account settings, you may not yet be of legal age in your country or region, or it may mean that you are a member of the Microsoft Family Group, which has an organizer.

    • To ensure you can play Minecraft in multiplayer mode, you may need to visit this page: Microsoft Family Safety and check if you are part of an existing Microsoft Family group. If you are part of a Microsoft Family group, please let your parents/guardians (or the organizer) know so they can assist you with your account. Otherwise, you may seek assistance from parents/guardians that you have. Only then the account privacy can be enabled for multiplayer.

    Source: How to Manage Parental Consent, Family Settings and Realms/Multiplayer Access for a Child Account | Minecraft Help


    We look forward to your response.

    Kindly let us know, if there is any misunderstanding or clarifications of our description by sending us a reply.



    Sincerely,



    Microsoft Community Moderator
  6. [ A J ] Win User

    Why can't I play Minecraft multiplayer?

    Hi, Will! thank you for reaching out.

    My name is AJ, I'm an Independent Advisor for the Xbox Community.

    I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing issues playing Minecraft.

    If you don't mind, I'd appreciate it if you answer the following questions:

    - Are you able to play Minecraft as a single player?

    - Do you currently have an active subscription to Xbox Live Gold or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate?

    - Would you mind giving me a few examples of other games you can play online?

    Thank you! I'll be looking forward to your reply.

    Best regards.
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