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Minecraft Bedrock download gets to 100% then errors with 0X80073CF6

Justin Knox 5 Reputation points
2026-03-30T05:00:08.7533333+00:00

Error Code: 0X80073CF6
Application: Microsoft Store
Downloading: Minecraft Bedrock

I feel like I have tried every solution at this point. I have uninstalled, reinstalled, repaired, cleared cache, everything to Microsoft Store but I still just cannot finish downloading Bedrock.

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Microsoft Store
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  1. Lester Bernard Reyes 80,780 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-03-31T15:46:02.8266667+00:00

    Hi, thank you for replying. If you go to this link: https://aka.ms/minecraftClientGameCoreWindows, it will download the installer for Minecraft.

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  2. Lester Bernard Reyes 80,780 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-03-30T12:58:01.7+00:00

    Hi, thank you for replying. In this case, try to download the installer from the link below:

    https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/download

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  3. Lester Bernard Reyes 80,780 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-03-30T05:33:57.22+00:00

    Hi, I'm Bernard, a fellow Windows user. I'm happy to help!

    Since you have done most of the troubleshooting steps and are still having an issue, I suggest doing an in-place upgrade, which will update the device to the latest version and repair all issues without deleting any files.

     

    Kindly follow the steps from this link:

    https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/4252110/how-to-run-in-place-upgrade-in-windows-11

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    2026-03-30T05:00:22.8433333+00:00

    Error 0X80073CF6 when downloading a Microsoft Store app like Minecraft Bedrock usually indicates a problem with the Store app itself, app registration, or system services used by Store apps.

    Try these steps in order:

    1. Reset the Microsoft Store cache
      1. Press Windows key + R to open Run.
      2. Type wsreset.exe and select OK.
      3. A blank Command Prompt window opens; after about 10 seconds it closes and Microsoft Store reopens.
      4. Try downloading Minecraft Bedrock again.
      This reset step is explicitly recommended for Store issues and app install problems.
    2. Make sure Windows and Microsoft Store are fully updated
      1. Open Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and select Check for updates. Install all available updates and restart if required.
      2. Open Microsoft Store.
      3. Select See more (⋯) > Downloads and updates > Get updates to update Store and other Store components.
      4. Retry the Minecraft Bedrock download.
    3. Check device, region, and account conditions that can block installs If the reset and updates do not help, verify the following common Store install blockers:
      • The app must be available in the current country/region. If Minecraft Bedrock is not available in that region, the install can fail. Region availability is called out as a reason apps cannot be installed.
      • Microsoft family settings can hide or block apps based on age rating. If using a child or family-managed account, check Family Safety settings or sign in with an adult account.
      • The app must be compatible with the device. Store hides or blocks purchase/install for incompatible devices. Ensure the device meets Minecraft for Windows (Bedrock) requirements.
      • If Windows was recently updated but not restarted, restart the PC before trying the install again.
      • Ensure the PC is authorized and signed in with the Microsoft account used for the purchase. See device management guidance in the referenced articles if needed.
    4. Run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter (Windows 10 only) If this issue is on Windows 10 (tag mentions Windows 11, but if using 10 on another device):
      1. Open the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter from Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters.
      2. Select Windows Store Apps > Run the troubleshooter and apply any fixes it suggests.

    If, after these steps, Minecraft Bedrock still reaches 100% and fails with 0X80073CF6 while other Store apps install correctly, the problem is likely specific to that app on this device (for example, compatibility, region, or account/authorization). In that case, verify region, family restrictions, and device authorization as above, then try installing Minecraft Bedrock on another Windows device with the same account to confirm whether the issue is device-specific.

    References:

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