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Do I have to buy Minecraft Java again?

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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Is Minecraft Java a one time purchase?

"You can buy Minecraft: Java Edition from minecraft.net for $26.95 USD or local currency equivalent. This is a one-time purchase." Java is available on Mac, Linux and Windows.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft again for Windows 10 if I have Java?

If you own Java Edition and don't care which edition you play, you can play Java Edition on Windows without any further purchase. If you own Java Edition and want to play Windows 10 Edition, then you have to buy Windows 10 Edition to play that. They're separate games.
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Can you download Minecraft Java if you already bought it?

No, absolutely you do not need to buy the game again. 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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Why can't i play Minecraft Java when i already bought it?

You've logged into the wrong account. Your launcher is out of date. You purchased Minecraft under a different email address, or the email address has been changed. You have an old Minecraft account that was never migrated to a Mojang account.
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Why do I have to rebuy Minecraft: Java Edition?

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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Will Minecraft delete Java Edition?

Minecraft has stated that the migration will not change the Java Edition game in any way. The Java Edition is famous for its third party modifications to the maps and various mini games and online multiplayer mode.
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How do I get Minecraft: Java Edition if I already have an account?

If you use a Mojang account, you will need to migrate to a Microsoft account to continue playing Minecraft: Java Edition. Your account/profile will remain, but you will not be able to access the game until you complete migration.
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How do I redownload Minecraft Java without paying again?

Open the app store on your device (App Store on iOS and Google Play on Android). Search for Minecraft PE and download the app again. As long as your signed in with the same account that you originally purchased it with, you won't have to pay again.
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Do I have to buy Minecraft Java if I have Bedrock?

Just a friendly reminder that the promotion is you'll get Minecraft Java Edition if you have a Minecraft Bedrock for PC (and vice versa) which is a different license from what we have on our Xbox console. This means that you need to have the Bedrock Edition for PC to get the Minecraft Java Edition.
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Do you need to download Java separately for Minecraft?

Java 8 is required to run Minecraft versions 1.12 through 1.17. Java 17 is required to run Minecraft version 1.18 and up. If you don't know whether you have the necessary version of Java, don't worry, our installers supply Minecraft with its own version of Java by default.
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Do you have to buy Minecraft every time you get a new computer?

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 need to buy Minecraft Java for each device?

You can just download the launcher, log into your account, and launch Minecraft. Minecraft does not have a device limit. As long as you own the Java edition, you can play the Java edition on as many compatible devices as you want.
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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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How to get Minecraft without rebuying it?

Minecraft is linked to your Mojang account, so if you buy it now, you can later install it on your gaming PC without having to rebuy it. All you need is an active Internet connection and your Mojang account credentials.
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Can you redownload Minecraft for free if you already bought it?

You can just download the launcher, log into your account, and launch Minecraft. Minecraft does not have a device limit. As long as you own the Java edition, you can play the Java edition on as many compatible devices as you want.
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Why can't I access my Minecraft Java account?

First, try to change the password that's associated with your account. For example, a Microsoft account or a Mojang account. Log out of anything that you're logged into (websites, game launcher, etc.), then if you were able to change the password, try to log in with the new password.
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Is Minecraft Java Edition the full game?

Minecraft: Java Edition is the original version of the game, and is great for installing mods and playing on big multiplayer servers.
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How much is Minecraft Java Edition?

Best Buy: Minecraft Java Edition MINECRAFT $26.95.
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What's the difference between Java and regular Minecraft?

One major technical difference between both versions is the world format. Bedrock Edition uses the LevelDB format for world storage while Java Edition uses the Anvil format. Due to this, most third-party tools created for Java Edition world editing will not work on Bedrock Edition.
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Do I have to pay for both Minecraft Java and Windows 10?

Players will now have access to both editions, although they will still be different games. The difference will be that you won't have to pay twice to own both of them. "To be clear, Java and Bedrock will remain separate games with their own distinctive features," explained Mojang.
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Do you have Minecraft forever once you buy it?

Minecraft is linked to your Mojang account, so if you buy it now, you can later install it on your gaming PC without having to rebuy it. All you need is an active Internet connection and your Mojang account credentials.
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How do I get Minecraft on my laptop if I already bought it?

Yes, you can. Just go to the Minecraft Website and log into your Account you had to create when buying the game. Now there should be a download page where you can download and install the game on as many devices as you please.
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Do you have to buy every version of Minecraft?

Do you have to buy Minecraft Bedrock for each platform? The game is cross platform but you have to purchase all the different versions. However if you connect your account through Xbox then you should be able to play worlds that you have created throughout the time you have played on PC.
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Can I get Java Edition if I already bought Bedrock?

No, only the account that purchased Java or Bedrock will have access to Java Edition.
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