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Do I have to buy Minecraft again for PC?

Playing Minecraft for Windows
You can install any PC-compatible versions of Minecraft that you already own with the account that you're signed in to with the Minecraft Launcher (such as Minecraft, Minecraft: Java Edition, and Minecraft Dungeons).
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How do you get Minecraft on PC if you already bought it?

Download the launcher from this link: https://launcher.mojang.com/download/MinecraftI... Ensure you sign in using the same account you purchased.
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Can I play Minecraft on PC if I bought it on Xbox?

You do not get a free copy of the game for Windows, if you purchased on Xbox. You have to purchase Minecraft again on PC if you want to play the game on that platform. It's also the same for any other platform the game is available on.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft again on PC if I bought it on ps4?

In short, no. You need to own the Java edition to play with other Java edition players, and you need the Bedrock(C++) edition to play with others Bedrock players. How do I play Minecraft online for ps4?
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Do I have to rebuy Minecraft for Xbox if I have it on PC?

You can install any PC-compatible versions of Minecraft that you already own with the account that you're signed in to with the Minecraft Launcher (such as Minecraft, Minecraft: Java Edition, and Minecraft Dungeons).
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Do I have to rebuy Minecraft bedrock for PC if I have it on Xbox?

To play Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC with Game Pass on PC, you'll just need to install the Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition from the Xbox app for PC (or from the Microsoft Store), which is included in your Xbox Game Pass for PC or Ultimate subscription.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft for each device?

Buying Minecraft

This requires a one-time purchase for the account. The account has to be compatible with the device. Example: Pocket Edition for iOS and Android; PC version for computer. Accounts cannot be shared are used simultaneously.
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Can you use the same Minecraft account on Xbox and PC?

Minecraft and Microsoft accounts

When playing Minecraft on Xbox, Windows, or Android and iOS mobile devices, you can sign in with your Microsoft account and use your Xbox gamertag to save your progress, purchases, and play online with your friends using Realms.
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How do you download Minecraft on Windows 10 if you already bought it on Xbox?

Minecraft for Windows

Using your Microsoft account, sign into the Microsoft Store on your PC. Click the three dots in the Microsoft Store next to your profile picture. Go to My Library. If you already own the game, you can download it from there.
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Do you have to buy Minecraft twice for two computers?

Each player needs their own Minecraft account, so you'll have to pay again if you want to play with your child: one account for you, one for your child.
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Why do I have to rebuy Minecraft for Windows 10?

1: You bought Minecraft on a different account than the one that you tried to log in with. 2: You tried to use a different edition of Minecraft than the one that you bought. If every thing is exactly the same as when you last used Minecraft, you might have to rebuy the game.
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Can I transfer Minecraft to another device?

Transfer Minecraft Worlds to Another Device

You can transfer worlds between these devices using a Minecraft Realm or, if you play on an iOS device, through the iCloud method.
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Is Minecraft free to play on PC?

How to play Minecraft for free on pc? You can play Minecraft for free on your web browser by heading to classic.minecraft.net, with no need to download or install anything. You can also play Minecraft free game by running it on an online server.
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Can I download Minecraft on multiple devices?

We're often asked if players can download Minecraft for free after purchasing it on a different device. Unfortunately, this is not possible. This is because Minecraft is sold and licensed separately on each platform, and transferring licenses is not possible as each platform has their own marketplace.
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Do you get both versions of Minecraft if you buy one?

All PC platform players will receive a Minecraft: Java Edition entitlement if they own Minecraft for Windows, and vice versa.
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Do you have to buy Minecraft again if you already have an account?

Already bought the game? If you've recently updated your device and need a new version of Minecraft, you don't have to buy it again. Returning users can redownload the game at no additional cost.
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Which Minecraft version is free for PC?

Using the Bedrock Edition on Windows

If you own a copy of Minecraft on Mac, you can download the Bedrock Edition of Minecraft for free on a PC.
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What is the cost of Minecraft in PC?

"You can buy Minecraft: Java Edition from minecraft.net for $26.95 USD or local currency equivalent. This is a one-time purchase."
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Can you download Minecraft for free if you already have an account?

If you already own one version of Minecraft on a Microsoft Secured Account (MSA), then you're entitled to the other version for free!
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Can I play Minecraft on two devices without buying it twice if so can the devices play multiplayer together?

Yes, they can.
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Can I transfer my Minecraft account to new computer?

Transferring Microsoft Minecraft is a simple and straightforward process. To transfer Microsoft Minecraft, you will need to download the game through the official Microsoft Store. Once downloaded, you can log in with your existing account or create a new one if needed.
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Why can't I play Minecraft after I bought it?

If it's Minecraft for Windows, simply sign out your account on Microsoft Store then restart your PC before signing back in. If this is Minecraft Java Edition please do the same, sign out on your Microsoft Launcher then restart before signing back in.
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Why can't i play Minecraft for Windows anymore?

If you're running the Java edition of Minecraft, you need to install the required Java files on your device before you can play the game. If you have missing or outdated Java, Minecraft may not open. Minecraft thinks your system is not compatible.
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Do you no longer have Windows 10 Minecraft?

Sign into then new install with the same MS Account you used to buy Minecraft in the first place, go into Microsoft Store app under Settings (three dots at top right) > then My Library to find Minecraft and choose Install button which should be lit if you own it under that account.
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