Microsoft Store Will NOT download minecraft

alex 0 Reputation points
2026-09-12T00:31:25.01+00:00

I have a situation where Minecraft is in a permanent download stuck loop. I have reset, repaired, reinstalled and minecraft will still not download on my Computer (Win 10). Everything is up to date as far as I can tell and make it. I have noticed a Microsoft 365 is stuck in a download cycle as well and all the resets will not make it better . I have scoured my computer for every part of the old minecraft and deleted it thinking it might prevent it, but it hasn't. My wife has a win 10 and everything works fine on that one so I have no idea what is going on with mine. Any thoughts and questions are appreciated.

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  1. Ivan B 122.5K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-09-12T01:19:49.4766667+00:00

    Hii,

    Open the Command Prompt (as administrator) and run the following commands: sfc /scannow and dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth. Wait for the process to complete and restart your computer.

    Install the Minecraft Launcher, Minecraft Java, and Minecraft Bedrock.

    Try installing Minecraft using the method below.

    Java Update

    1. Download the latest version of Java (x86 and x64) using the link below.

    https://www.java.com/pt-br/download/manual.jsp

    1. Install the Minecraft Launcher from the link. Install Minecraft Java or Bedrock:

    Bedrock: https://launcher.mojang.com/download/MinecraftInstaller.exe?ref=mcnet

    And

    Download Minecraft Legacy from the link below: https://aka.ms/minecraftClientWindows

    1. After installation, sign in with your Microsoft account to test.

    Note: This is not a Microsoft website. The page appears to provide accurate and safe information. Be wary of advertisements on sites that may promote products frequently classified as PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before deciding to download and install it.

    Please consider rating the question (accepting the answer or not) and visiting the Microsoft Q&A community if you have further questions.

    Thanks.

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    2026-09-12T00:31:40.3233333+00:00

    Since reset, repair, reinstall, and updates were already tried, the next supported checks are:

    1. Sign in to Microsoft Store with the Microsoft account that owns Minecraft.
    2. Restart the PC if Windows updates were installed recently. Microsoft Store can block installs until after a restart.
    3. In Microsoft Store, go to See more > Downloads and updates > Get updates and let Store updates finish first.
    4. Reset the Store cache again with Windows key + R > wsreset.exe > OK. A blank Command Prompt window should appear briefly, then Microsoft Store should reopen automatically.
    5. Check whether the app is being hidden or blocked:
      • the app is available in the current country or region
      • family settings are not hiding it
      • the device is authorized for Microsoft Store apps by signing in with the Microsoft account
      • the app is compatible with the device
    6. Try reinstalling from Microsoft Store > See more > My Library and select Install for Minecraft if it appears there.

    Because Microsoft 365 is also stuck in a download cycle, this points to a broader Microsoft Store download problem rather than Minecraft only.

    If downloads still fail, use the Windows troubleshooting path for Store download failures:

    1. Verify Microsoft Store is registered for the user account in a non-elevated PowerShell window:
    Get-AppxPackage *Microsoft.WindowsStore*
    1. If the Store package exists on the machine, re-register it. First check all users in an elevated PowerShell window:
    Get-AppxPackage *Microsoft.WindowsStore* -AllUsers

    Then register the Store package for the user:

    Add-AppxPackage -RegisterByFamilyName -MainPackage Microsoft.WindowsStore_8wekyb3d8bbwe

    Important: do not use an elevated PowerShell window for the final registration command unless the goal is to register the app to the administrator instead of the affected user.

    1. Check whether a firewall or proxy is blocking required Microsoft Store endpoints.
    2. As a workaround, try winget to install packages where available.

    Also note: completely uninstalling Microsoft Store is not supported.

    If Minecraft still does not appear or install after these steps, the supported causes include region availability, family restrictions, incompatibility, missing device authorization, or the app no longer being available in Store.

    References:

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