Minecraft multiplayer is not available for everyone. This means that you can only play the game with your friends. It's okay. It can be very enjoyable to play Minecraft by yourself. However, it can be less fun if there is no other option.

What can you to do if Minecraft multiplayer isn't working for you? Well, the good news is that there are a couple of potential solutions to this particular issue. Follow the advice and see what happens. You'll soon discover the joys of multiplayer.

How To Fix Minecraft Multiplayer Not Working

There are a few solutions to the Minecraft multiplayer mining problem. Let's go over these now.

Make sure Multiplayer is enabled

It may seem obvious, but it's possible that you simply need to have the correct multiplayer settings enabled in your game world. It's a relatively simple process:

Open Minecraft and search for the multiplayer world you wish to play. - Look for a pencil symbol beside the relevant world. This is the Edit option. Hit this button. - Click this button to open Settings. You will need to make sure that Multiplayer Game toggled on. This will allow you to control who can join the game.


- Assuming you've adjusted these settings, you should be able to play multiplayer.


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Check your Microsoft Account Settings

If the first solution fails to solve the problem, then it's time to look at your Microsoft account settings. Evidently, many account settings are geared towards protecting children's safety. You can use the Microsoft account to manage multiple functions with Minecraft.

First, regardless of which platform you're playing on, a Microsoft Account is what links your Minecraft account across all platforms. It also facilitates multiplayer. It is possible that your Microsoft account is blocking online play if you are using Xbox or PC.

First, ensure that you have an active subscription to play online games. MINECRAFT SERVERS This applies, for example, to Xbox Game Pass, or PS Plus. If you don't have the relevant subscription, this could explain why you aren't able to play multiplayer games online.


- Assuming that this is not the problem, you can check your Microsoft account privacy setting to see if it is preventing multiplayer games. This is especially important for children under 18 as parental controls could have prevented them from playing online. This can be fixed by changing the settings to allow multiplayer.


Other potential fixes

The two most common fixes to Minecraft multiplayer not being working are those we've already described. However, if neither of these works, there are additional checks you could make:

- If you are using a VPN, turn it off. A VPN may, in some cases, block P2P connections.


- Make sure you have UPnP enabled. Universal Plug and Play is the protocol your console uses to play multiplayer games and chat. If your router is not set-up to enable this, it may prevent you from playing multiplayer. Sometimes, your router might need to be updated before you can enable it. After confirming that you have the latest update installed, follow the steps below to verify. You can usually find first-time help with this in the router manual or on the manufacturer's support site.


- Turn the UPnP setting off and save your changes.


Restart your router, your modem and console.


- Now, turn the UPnP option back on and save your settings. If Zero Config is enabled, ensure that it's turned on.


- Restart your modem and router.

If you are still having difficulty with any of these solutions, we suggest reaching out for help to Minecraft Support.

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What Causes The Minecraft Multiplayer Not Working Error?

As you can see, there are many reasons why Minecraft multiplayer is not working properly. They typically boil down into one of three reasons.

- Minecraft settings


Microsoft account settings


Router settings


These are the main reason you cannot play multiplayer. We also mentioned other possible reasons, such as not having a current online gaming subscription.

No matter the reason, the fixes that we have suggested will help you get it solved. You can then enjoy the full Minecraft multiplayer experience.