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How to Fix Error Code 0x87e50038 on Minecraft

Lim How Wei
March 19, 2023

Are you getting a 0x87e50038 error code in Minecraft?

The error message says that the game is already running.

It also says that it will be able launch soon if you’ve just exited it.

If you keep trying to launch the game, you’ll get the error message over and over again.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to fix “Error Code: 0x87e50038” on Minecraft if you can’t start the launcher.

What does error code 0x87e50038 mean on Minecraft?

Error code 0x87e50038 in Minecraft

Error code 0x87e50038 on Minecraft means that there is an instance of Minecraft open.

In other words, the Minecraft launcher is already running in the background of your PC.

It can also happen because the launcher is stuck in the task manager.

An antivirus program or Firewall might prevent Minecraft from launching as well, so you need to disable them.

How to fix error code 0x87e50038 on Minecraft

To fix error code 0x87e50038 on Minecraft, you need to end the task for the Minecraft launcher.

You can also try verifying and repairing the game from the app’s settings.

If all else fails, you need to uninstall and reinstall the game from the Microsoft Store.

Fix 1: End the task for the Minecraft launcher

  1. Press “CTRL” + “ALT” + “DEL” on your keyboard.
  2. Select “Task Manager” to open the task manager.
  3. Look for the “Minecraft Launcher” process.
  4. Right-click “Minecraft Launcher” and select “End task”.
  5. Open the Minecraft Launcher.

Fix 2: Verify and repair the game

  1. Search for “Apps and features” using the Windows search bar.
  2. Click on the three dots next to “Minecraft Launcher” by Mojang/Microsoft Studios.
  3. Select “Advanced options”.
  4. Select “Terminate”, “Repair”, and “Reset” respectively.
  5. Open the Minecraft Launcher.

Fix 3: Uninstall and reinstall the launcher

  1. Search for “Apps and features” using the Windows search bar.
  2. Click on the three dots next to “Minecraft Launcher” by Mojang/Microsoft Studios.
  3. Select “Advanced options”.
  4. Scroll down and select “Uninstall”.
  5. Open the Microsoft Store, search for “Minecraft Launcher” and reinstall it.
  6. Open the Minecraft Launcher.

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