Share this article
Improve this guide
How to Update Minecraft on Windows 11 [All Editions]
5 min. read
Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
Share this article
Improve this guide
Read our disclosure page to find out how can you help Windows Report sustain the editorial teamRead more
Key notes
Minecraft is a popular video game many people consider the ultimate sandbox game. Players enter a virtual realm, using building blocks and other resources to create a world of their imagination.
The game has a ton of flexibility, as it comes with zero instructions or goals. Players build and explore however they wish. It’s trendy among adults and children and can be played on many devices, from smartphones to consoles and PCs.
The game comes in two separate versions: Minecraft Bedrock and Java edition.
What are the differences between Bedrock and Java editions?
Content-wise, Bedrock and Java are mostly the same but there are some distinct differences between the two.
Minecraft Java is the original version that came out back in 2009 and only works on the PC. Players on this version can only play with other Java players. Cross-play with other platforms is not enabled. Players on this version can customize their skins, add mods, and have access to Hardcore and Spectator modes.
Minecraft Bedrock, also known as Minecraft for Windows 10, is the version you see on console and mobile platforms alongside a PC. It came out in 2017 and brought nine of the major platforms at the time under the Bedrock Engine to create a singular community.
This version also includes a marketplace and parental control it, but it does lack Hardcore and Spectator modes and doesn’t allow modding.
Bedrock has been ported over to Windows 11, but it’s unknown at this time if Microsoft or Mojang, the game’s developer, will create a special Windows 11 version of the game or keep it all the same.
Over time, Mojang had added new content, features, and bug fixes to the game. The fixes improve the stability and performance of the game, so it’s necessary to keep the game updated.
Typically, the game updates itself automatically, but sometimes the auto-update doesn’t work for whatever reason. This guide will show you how to update multiple versions of Minecraft manually. It will also show you how to reinstall Minecraft as a last-ditch effort to fix any problems.
How do I update Minecraft on Windows 11?
Update Minecraft Bedrock
If you want to enjoy some of the newer features in Minecraft, we’ll show you how to update Minecraft Bedrock to 1.19.10 with these quick steps:
-
Open theMicrosoft Storeby double clicking on the store icon on taskbar.
-
In theMicrosoft Storeapp, click theLibrarybutton from the lower-left corner of the window.
-
On theLibrarypage, click theGet updatesbutton in the upper-right corner.
-
If any new updates are found,Microsoft Storewill download and install them automatically.
-
If errors are found, you will need to reset theMicrosoft Storeapp.
-
To reset theMicrosoft Storeapp, click on the magnifying glass icon on the taskbar.
-
Click on theSettingsicon.
-
Click on theAppstab.
-
Scroll down until you locate theMicrosoft Storeapp listed.
-
Click on the three dots next toMicrosoft Store.
-
In the small window that appears, click onAdvanced options.
-
In the next window, scroll down to theResetoption.
-
Click on theReset buttonto fix any errors.
Enable Auto-Update
Reinstall Minecraft Bedrock Edition
Update Minecraft Java Edition
Reinstall Minecraft Java Edition
What if I get an error message while updating Minecraft?
You may sometimes get an error message saying,Try that again. Something went wrongwhen trying to update. Minecraft. It is probably related to a Windows update issue. To stop that error, you need to install the latest Windows 11 updates
You can do this by going to the Settings menu and scrolling down to Windows Update at the bottom of the left panel. Click Check for updates and see if there’s anything available now. If there is, click the Download Now button. Restart your PC and update Minecraft again; it should work now.
Microsoft seems to be giving much support for video games on Windows 11. The operating system brings a smoother gaming experience byoffering a more efficient usage of its resources and memory, translating to more frames per second.
Xbox Game Pass also gets tons of support on Windows 11, and some exclusive deals are on there that will make any gamer happy. And you can’t talk about gaming on Windows 11 without mentioning Android apps.
If you ever wanted totry out Android games on PC, now’s your chance with the Android app beta. You will, however, need to be a member of the Windows Insider Program.
To enhance your Minecraft experience anddownload shaderpacks, take a closer look at our article.
Let us know if you have any questions on Minecraft updates. Feel free to leave comments about guides you’d like to see or information on other Windows 11 features.
More about the topics:Minecraft Issues,Windows 11
Cesar Cadenas
Networking & Security Specialist
Cesar has been writing for and about technology going on for 6 years when he first started writing tech articles for his university paper. Since then, his passion for technology blossomed into a prosperous writing career. He first started writing about tech in the entertainment world and would later move on to write about smart life tech and social media. He was recently a Technical Writer for tech company Extron where he wrote user guides for audio and video equipment.
He has since moved on to being a freelance writer looking to have a career in copywriting and hopes to share his love and knowledge of technology with the world. Recently, Cesar has written for the cryptocurrency news site, BTCPro and helping people understand tech.
User forum
0 messages
Sort by:LatestOldestMost Votes
Comment*
Name*
Email*
Commenting as.Not you?
Save information for future comments
Comment
Δ
Cesar Cadenas
Networking & Security Specialist
Cesar is a tech expert passionate about Windows, Microsoft, and anything surrounding the world of PCs.
