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- Now just to be clear, migrating from Mojang to Microsoft accounts is mandatory. If you don’t make the move, in several months you won’t be able to log in anymore – which means you won’t be able to play either. But no need to worry, because we’ll give you detailed and clear instructions on how to do so.
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Update Sep 19, 2023: The migration of Mojang accounts has now been completed. It is no longer possible to migrate unmigrated accounts or make the move. For more information, check out our FAQ. Since 2021, millions of Java Edition players have switched over from their old accounts to Microsoft accounts. We’re happy that so many of you are ...
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•Minecraft is split between two editions: the classic Java Edition that only exists on PC, and the modern Bedrock Edition that spans every platform.
•The Bedrock Edition has used Microsoft Accounts for cross-save, cross-play, and online and privacy settings for ages, but the Java Edition still uses Mojang Accounts.
•Mojang Studios just announced that they're going to start migrating all current Mojang Accounts to Microsoft Accounts.
•This won't change the game or how it works, but will offer more convenience, better security, and more.
Minecraft spans a ton of platforms and devices, offering a way to play pretty much anywhere and any way you want, with most platforms even offering cross-play with other platforms! There's one exception to this rule, however, and that's Minecraft: Java Edition. This is the classic Minecraft, complete with powerful servers, mods, and more that the more modern Bedrock Edition just doesn't have. And, while the Bedrock Edition is accessed using the same Microsoft Account across devices, the Java Edition requires its own Mojang Account. This is less secure, and means Java Edition is completely separated from the Bedrock Edition in many ways.
A new announcement from Mojang Studios lays out plans to migrate all Mojang Accounts to Microsoft Accounts, leading to a ton of benefits for Minecraft: Java Edition players. So what does this effect? As far as the game is concerned, nothing!
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Oct 21, 2020 · Minecraft Java Edition will require a Microsoft account from next year. News. By Shaun Prescott. published 21 October 2020. Existing Mojang accounts will need to migrate to a Microsoft one....
- Shaun Prescott
Oct 22, 2020 · A Microsoft account will be required to play Minecraft in 2021, Mojang Studios announced yesterday. Owners of the older Java Edition of the game will have to sign up with Microsoft in...
Mar 10, 2022 · After Mar. 10, 2022, a Microsoft Account will be required to play Minecraft: Java Edition. Players now have a limited amount of time to voluntarily migrate their older Mojang Accounts before...
Oct 22, 2020 · A: All players who use a Mojang account or a legacy Minecraft account to play Minecraft Java edition will need to migrate to a Microsoft account in order to continue playing...
