While Minecraft can be played on virtually any device, many prefer playing it on a PC. This lets you access both the Java and Bedrock editions. Before you can play the games, you'll need to first install them onto your hard drive. If you're having trouble getting the Minecraft Launcher installer to work here are some tips to resolve the issue.
Sign in to verify the date, time and region
If you're having difficulty getting the Minecraft Launcher to install, we suggest first rebooting your PC and signing out and then return to the Microsoft Store or the Xbox apps, whichever you are using to access the launcher. You can now install the launcher using Game Pass since all Minecraft versions are available. To sign out, Minecraft-server.Co at the top of the window and then click Sign Out.
Also, make sure that your date and time are properly displayed on your computer. If they're not, click the date and time in the lower-right of your screen and select to adjust date/time. Make sure that Set time automatically and Set time zone automatically are turned on. Click on Sync now under Synchronize your time. Before exiting out of the Settings select Region on the left side of the screen. ensure you have the correct region that you are in selected.
Troubleshoot Windows Store, and then, update Windows
Open Settings - click on Update & Security
- Click on the Troubleshoot section and then select Additional troubleshooters.
- Scroll to the bottom and choose Windows Store Apps.
Follow this link to reset your computer.
If you haven't updated your Windows in some time, go to Settings and go to Update & Security. Click to check for updates under Windows Update.
Reset the store
If the troubleshooting method didn't work, we recommend resetting the store. Click the Start button, then type in the command wsreset. A black box will appear when you click the Run command entry. Don't do anything until the box disappears and the store opens again.
Then, open Settings and click on Apps. In the search bar, find the Microsoft Store. Click it and select Advanced Options. Scroll down and select Reset. You will be required to sign in again.