Can't Install Minecraft - Error 0X80070005

Sam T 0 Reputation points
2026-11-13T20:35:00.9033333+00:00

I've tried everything that I've read from other answers. My Windows is up to date, I'm signed in to the same account on Microsoft Store and Xbox. I get to the point where it asks me to choose a folder for my games on (C:).

I've made an XboxGames folder on the C Drive and it says "You can't set your default install location to that folder. Try another one."

I've looked in Disk Management to see if there's unallocated storage and there's not, there's just one labeled "Disk 0". It says the file system is NTFS (BitLocker Encrypted)

I've tried uninstalling everything Xbox and Minecraft.

I've restarted my computer multiple times.

This is by far the most difficulty I've ever had installing anything and if it won't work, I'm ABSOLUTELY demanding a refund for the game.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Gaming
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    2026-11-13T20:35:18.0233333+00:00

    Try these checks in order:

    1. Reset Microsoft Store cache.
      • Press Windows key + R.
      • Run wsreset.exe.
      • Wait for the blank Command Prompt window to close and for Microsoft Store to reopen.
      • Then search for Minecraft again.
    2. Restart the PC after confirming Windows updates are installed.
      • A recent Windows update can require a restart before Microsoft Store apps can install.
    3. Verify the PC is authorized for Microsoft Store apps.
      • Sign in with the Microsoft account used for the purchase.
      • If needed, check that the device is added to the account.
    4. Check whether the app is being blocked for one of these supported reasons:
      • The app is not available in the current country or region.
      • Family settings are hiding the app.
      • The app is no longer available.
      • The app is not compatible with the device.
    5. If the issue is specifically choosing the install folder in the Xbox app, note that for PC GDK games, Flat File Install uses one folder per drive, and paths now point to C:\XboxGames unless otherwise specified with wdapp gamefolder.
      • If a manually created folder is being rejected, try selecting the drive through the app’s install-location flow instead of preselecting a custom subfolder.
    6. If Microsoft Store still cannot find or install the app, open Microsoft Store and check Library for owned apps.
      • In Search on the taskbar, enter Microsoft Store.
      • Open it, select Library, and look for the game there.
    7. If installs continue to fail with 0x80070005 and the problem also affects Windows Update, there is an official Windows Update repair path.
      • Important: back up the operating system disk first.
      • The documented steps include resetting permissions on WinSxS and SoftwareDistribution, resetting Windows Update components, and repairing the component store with DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth.
      • These steps change system permissions and update components, so they should be followed carefully.
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