Minecraft launcher for bedrock won't work

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Minecraft launcher for bedrock won't work

Ethan Jensen 0

I can play Minecraft Java just fine, but when I try to play bedrock, it says "Error Code: GAME_MISSING" Ive tried doing the wsreset.exe thing but that didn't do anything. Ive also updated the Xbox app, so I don't know why it won't launch/download.

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2026-10-09T16:55:14.9166667+00:00

Minecraft Launcher error: Bedrock didn't start (Error Code: GAME_MISSING)
Ian-T 13,535 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-10-10T22:57:23.6466667+00:00

Please feel free to check out my answer

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2026-10-09T16:55:14.9166667+00:00

Minecraft Launcher error: Bedrock didn't start (Error Code: GAME_MISSING)
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2026-10-10T22:57:23.6466667+00:00

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Ian-T 13,535 Microsoft External Staff Moderator

Hi @Ethan Jensen

Welcome to Microsoft Q&A forum

The GAME_MISSING error usually indicates that Minecraft Launcher cannot detect or install Minecraft for Windows (Bedrock).

First, sign out of both the Microsoft Store and Xbox app, restart the computer, then sign back into both using the same Microsoft account that owns Minecraft. Microsoft recommends matching these accounts so the game license can be validated.

Next, open the Xbox app and go to:

Profile picture > Support > Gaming Services Repair Tool > Start Troubleshooting

This tool can repair installation, update, and launch problems involving Gaming Services.

After it finishes, restart the PC and try installing Minecraft for Windows directly from the Microsoft Store or Xbox app. You can also repair or reset Minecraft Launcher under Settings > Apps > Installed apps > Minecraft Launcher > Advanced options

Please try out these steps and let me know how it goes. Thank you for your time and hope you have a good day

Ian-T 13,535 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-08-31T23:55:46.4066667+00:00

Hi @Ethan Jensen

Have you had an opportunity to review the answer shared earlier?

Any update you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
Bambie 0 Reputation points

2026-10-07T00:03:43.56+00:00
Hello, I am having the same issue and the above didnt help me. I still cannot access Minecraft for Windows (Bedrock Edition). I did notice the game files have installed to the XboxGames folder which I believe isn't what I've seen in past, however it will not let me move it to a different location. I have done as follows-

The above advice

Deleted and reinstalled Minecraft for Windows, Minecraft Launcher and Xbox App

Repaired Minecraft for Windows, Xbox App and the launcher
Ian-T 13,535 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-10-07T00:15:26.8066667+00:00

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