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Do you need a Microsoft account to join a real?
Log in through Xbox Live to join or create a Realm in Minecraft (an Xbox Live account is required to be able to have a Realms subscription). Use your existing account or create a new account through the game.
Is it necessary to have a Microsoft account?
What is a Microsoft account and why do I need it?
A Microsoft account is a free account you use to access many Microsoft devices and services, such as the web-based email service Outlook.com (also known as hotmail.com, msn.com, live.com), Office Online apps, Skype, OneDrive, Xbox Live, Bing, Windows, or the Microsoft Store.