Java Edition Locks Out Old Accounts In March

In 2020, developers announced a major update to Minecraft: Java Edition. Players would soon need to switch from a Mojang account to an Microsoft account to continue playing. While it's an incredibly long time to wait the developers have confirmed the date and released the final call for account migration.

As from March 10, you'll no longer be able to play Minecraft: Java Edition with the Mojang account. Minecraft The devs want everyone to switch to Microsoft accounts to "improved security and player safety" They're also entice gamers to switch with the promise of free Minecraft capes.

Here are the complete details about how you can migrate your account. Java Edition will be supported as normal following the change, and will remain a distinct entity from Bedrock. This is purely a unification of the account system. You'll be able to keep your old username, too it's just that you'll need have an Xbox gamertag to match it.