Are you getting a “0x80131509” Minecraft error?
Here’s the full error message, “Make sure you’re connected”.
Followed by, “Then try updating again. We weren’t able to update Windows”.
The error message happens when you try installing the new Minecraft launcher.
As of Nov 2021, many users are experiencing this issue.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to fix Minecraft error x80131509 so that you can install the launcher.
- Search for “Download Minecraft Java” on Google
- Download Minecraft for Windows 7/8
- Complete the installation
- Log in and play Minecraft
1. Search for “Download Minecraft Java” on Google
The first step is to search for the Minecraft Java downloader on Google.
The new Minecraft launcher is known to have installation issues like the “Make sure you’re connected” error.
Installing the old Minecraft launcher will bypass the issues.
Firstly, go to Google and search for “Download Minecraft Java”.
You’ll then see a couple of search results.
This includes “Minecraft Java Edition” and “Download Minecraft”.
Click on the “Download Minecraft” search result.
Do not click on the “Minecraft Java Edition” search result as you won’t be able to install Minecraft there.
2. Download Minecraft for Windows 7/8
After you’ve clicked on “Download Minecraft”, you’ll land on the download page of Minecraft.
You can also click on this link: https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/download to go to the download page of Minecraft if you can’t find it.
On the page, you’ll see a “Download for Windows 10/11” button.
You’ll also see other download options including “Download for Windows 7/8” and “Download for macOS”.
However, if you download Minecraft for Windows 10/11, you might still face an installation issue.
Hence, you need to download Minecraft for Windows 7/8 instead.
If you’re using Windows 10 or 11, you can still download Minecraft for Windows 7/8.
This is because the Windows 7/8 Minecraft launcher still works on Windows 10/11.
Click on “Download for Windows 7/8” to start downloading Minecraft for Windows 7/8.
3. Complete the installation
After you’ve clicked on “Download for Windows 7/8”, the Minecraft Launcher Setup Wizard will open.
Click on “Next” to start the installation process.
Click on “Next” again followed by “Install” to start installing the Minecraft launcher.
You might receive a pop-up asking you to allow the app to make changes to your device.
If so, click on “Allow” to allow the installation.
Once the installation is complete, make sure that “Start Minecraft Launcher after closing the installer” is checked.
Lastly, click on “Finish” to complete the installation.
4. Log in and play Minecraft
After you’ve clicked on “Finish”, the Minecraft launcher will begin updating.
Once it’s updated, the Minecraft launcher will open.
Now, you need to log in to your Minecraft account.
There are a couple of login options including “Microsoft” and “Mojang”.
Choose the login option that you’ve previously used to create a Minecraft account.
Enter your email address, password, and click on “Log in” to log in to your Minecraft account.
Finally, click on “Play” to check if you can play Minecraft.
If you’re able to launch Minecraft, it means that you’ve successfully fixed the 0x80131509 error!
The new Minecraft launcher is known to have installation issues.
Hence, downloading the old Minecraft launcher for Windows 7/8 will bypass the issues.
Alternative solution
If installing the old Minecraft launcher does not fix the 0x80131509 error, there’s another method that you can try.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on the method:
- Restart your PC, wait for some time, and try installing the Minecraft launcher again.
- Uninstall any other Minecraft launchers that are installed on your PC.
- Open the Xbox App and Microsoft Store in the background.
- Make sure that you’re logged in with the same account on the Xbox App and Microsoft Store.
- Try installing the Minecraft launcher again.
Multiple users reported that they are able to successfully install the Minecraft launcher after they’ve logged in with the same account on the Xbox App and Microsoft Store.
However, the Xbox App and Microsoft Store have to be running in your background.
If installing the Minecraft launcher from the Microsoft Store does not work, you need to install it on the Minecraft download page instead: https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/download.
Instead of downloading the Windows 10/11 version of the launcher, you need to download the Windows 7/8 version.
Conclusion
If you need additional help, you can submit a request here: https://help.minecraft.net/hc/en-us/requests/new.
Make sure to select “Technical Support” as the category and “Download and installations” as the subject.
Then, state that you’re experiencing an installation issue with the Minecraft launcher along with the error code that you have.
After you’ve submitted the request, you need to wait for 1 to 3 business days for Minecraft’s response.
They’ll guide you on how to fix the error message that you’re facing.
Further reading
How to Fix “We weren’t able to install the app (0x80070057)” in Minecraft
How to Fix “Minecraft launcher is currently not available in your account”
