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Then click on Force Update and once the Minecraft launcher is updated, check if the download file issue is resolved.Open the Minecraft Launcher and next to your username, click on Options.The failed to download issue could be the result of an outdated Minecraft launcher here, updating Minecraft to the latest release may solve the problem. Corrupt Minecraft Installation: If your system suffered a power loss while playing Minecraft or you forcefully closed the game, the Minecraft installation might have become corrupt eventually resulting in the ‘download failed’ Minecraft issue.īefore moving on, make sure to remove any applications not compatible with Minecraft (like ByteFence) from your system.Firewall/Network Restrictions: To safeguard your system/data, the Firewall and your network provider imply different techniques and protocols however, the download will fail if the firewall of your system or your network blocks access to the Minecraft servers.Corrupt/ Incompatible Minecraft Mod: Mods are enhancements to the Minecraft game but if any of the installed Minecraft mods on your system are corrupt (or incompatible) with the OS/game, it may result in conflicts within the game itself.

If your Minecraft installation is missing an essential update, it can halt the download process. Outdated Minecraft Game/ Launcher: The Minecraft launcher is updated regularly to fix bugs and keep up with other OS modules.

Switch from native launcher to jar launcher