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By Elie Gould
last updated 9 February 2023
Want to download Minecraft for PC? Here's how
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How to download Minecraft for PC: Where to buy Minecraft
If you’re a brand new player, then unfortunately, you’ll need to purchase Minecraft before you can enjoy it in all its creative glory. There are two places where you can do this:
•The Microsoft store
•The Minecraft website
Now you have successfully downloaded the Minecraft Launcher and registered your Microsoft account, all that’s left is to download the version of Minecraft that you want.
Unlike the old days, Minecraft Java edition and Bedrock (now known as Windows) edition are a package deal meaning you can’t mess up and accidentally purchase the wrong version. However, there is a difference in which version you install unless you want to install both.
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