One such bug faced by the PC players, where they sometimes cannot log into their Minecraft – and are met with the error message saying “Something went wrong in the login process.” This error is the result of a couple of things, such as an outdated Minecraft launcher, or a faulty Microsoft store. The issue might sound complicated but worry not. This guide goes through all the possible causes and how to fix them.
Probable Causes of the Issue
How to Fix “Something Went Wrong in the Login Process” in Minecraft?
Due to the nature of the problem, finding the exact fix is not possible, so you’ll have to go through all the methods and see which one works for you.
Weak Internet Connection.Bugged Minecraft Launcher.Xbox / Microsoft Services malfunction.Server under maintenance.
Repair & Reset Minecraft Launcher
Before going through any other technical troubleshooting method, try repairing/resetting the launcher. If there is an issue with your Minecraft launcher, this fixes the problem. To repair & reset the launcher, the steps are as follows:
Verify Minecraft Server Status
Sometimes there are ongoing issues and bugs in the server itself. While it may not always be, sometimes such bugs can cause login failure. To check for any current bugs or errors, visit their support on Twitter.
Reset Microsoft Store
Since most PC users get Minecraft through the Microsoft store, it could be that some corrupt files related to the store are causing the issue. In any case, resetting the Microsoft store can sometimes solve the issue. In order to reset Minecraft Store, follow these steps:
Update the Game
Sometimes when you have an update pending, it could likely result in a logging error. So, make sure to always install the latest updates for the game. To check if there are any updates pending follow these steps:
Install Xbox App
The Xbox app on Windows is for playing / managing games on your PC. Since you use the Microsoft account to connect to the app, your Minecraft credentials are also linked with the app. And if you have important Xbox applications missing, it can cause the issue. To verify and download such applications, follow these steps: If you don’t get the popup message, you can also check manually. To do so:
Enable Gaming Services
Gaming services is a Microsoft service used when running Xbox games. If installing the prerequisite applications didn’t work, try checking the current status of the Gaming Service. Oftentimes, the issue occurs because the service is set to disable. To check the Service’s current position, follow these steps:
Start Xbox Services
If enabling Game services didn’t work, try running Xbox services and see if it solves the problem. Xbox has a bunch of services running in the background which helps the application function error-free. Sometimes such services are not running and cause issues like login errors. To enable Xbox service, follow these steps: Restart your PC and check if this resolved the problem.
Reinstall Minecraft
Sometimes the “Something went wrong in the login process” erroe message could be the result of something else. In most cases, reinstalling the game launcher fixes the issue. Uninstall the game and redownload from the Microsoft store or the official site of Minecraft. Alternatively, you can also use third-party launchers like MultiMC, if vanilla launchers don’t work.
Use a Different Client
If you are not having any luck with fixing the issue, try using a different client. Instead of Xbox / Microsoft to launch the game (which is likely causing the problem), use clients like; Badlion, Forge, Lunar, or any popular Minecraft clients. These third-party clients have their own resource packs, and optimizations in the form of ‘mods’. Such mods are there to eliminate any chances of error and bugs. To download third-party clients, I suggest you google some of them and find the one to your liking.
