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The official, updated client for Minecraft is priced at €19.95 (~£17.21/~$26.90). When purchased, it can be played in the user's web browser or through an executable client. Minecraft offers fully-featured singleplayer and multiplayer options. Multiplayer is achieved through dedicated servers, the files to which are freely available purchase-free.
 
The official, updated client for Minecraft is priced at €19.95 (~£17.21/~$26.90). When purchased, it can be played in the user's web browser or through an executable client. Minecraft offers fully-featured singleplayer and multiplayer options. Multiplayer is achieved through dedicated servers, the files to which are freely available purchase-free.
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The official client features three modes: '''Creative''' focuses on building and creativity - players are given immunity to damage, the ability to fly and the ability to destroy and create any block type instantly [http://www.minecraftwiki.net/wiki/Creative_%28Game_Mode%29]; '''Survival''' focuses on versatile gameplay featuring resource gathering, crafting, combat and exploration [http://www.minecraftwiki.net/wiki/Survival_%28Game_Mode%29]; '''Hardcore''' is a variant of Survival featuring a higher difficulty scale, in-which the world file is deleted upon the character's death. [http://www.minecraftwiki.net/wiki/Hardcore_Mode]
  
 
=== Minecraft Classic ===
 
=== Minecraft Classic ===
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Minecraft Classic is a free-to-play, outdated alternative to Minecraft. It is similar to Minecraft's Creative mode.
 
Minecraft Classic is a free-to-play, outdated alternative to Minecraft. It is similar to Minecraft's Creative mode.
  
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== Game Modes ==
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== Hosting a Multiplayer Server ==
  
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'''Creative Mode'''
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Most Minecraft servers run on dedicated Linux servers. It is recommended to run modified versions of Minecraft's server code such as [http://bukkit.org/ Bukkit], since they offer expanded features such as plugin support. Plugins for Bukkit can be found on [http://dev.bukkit.org/server-mods/ Dev Bukkit].
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Creative mode is one of the main game modes in Minecraft. It is playable in both premium and Classic and singleplayer and multiplayer versions of the game. The Creative game mode allows you to build and destroy blocks instantly in a manner in which you can build any sort of structure you would like.
 
  
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Players are given an infinite amount of blocks to build with and no health Bar or damage to worry about. Taking advantage of this, players can create large constructions such as castles, roads, water fountains, and much more along with forms of artwork called pixel art. Not only have users designed buildings, pixel art and caves, but also mini-sports, such as Spleef.
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For a guide on setting up a Bukkit server, see "[http://wiki.bukkit.org/Setting_up_a_server Setting up a server]" on the BukkitWiki.
  
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Along with the absence of hunger and health, the player is also able to fly.
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== Issues and Fixes ==
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[http://www.minecraftwiki.net/wiki/Creative_%28Game_Mode%29 Source]
 
  
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'''Survival Mode'''
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=== Fixing General Issues ===
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Survival mode is the game mode of Minecraft in which players can collect resources, build structures, battle mobs, fight hunger, and explore the land. It is currently the main focus in the development of Minecraft, being the only playable game mode in Beta until 1.8 with the reintroduction of Creative.
 
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In Survival, players have an inventory in which they may gather items. These items may be combined using certain recipes to create Tools and other Items. This process is known as crafting. Most crafting recipes need a crafting table. Players are also able to create potions by brewing.
 
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[http://www.minecraftwiki.net/wiki/Survival_%28Game_Mode%29 Source]
 
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'''Hardcore Mode'''
 
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Hardcore mode is a Minecraft Game Mode that is a variant of Survival, differing primarily by the lack of the ability to respawn (instead, the world is deleted) and change difficulty. The mode was introduced in Beta 1.9 Pre-Release 2 and officially added in Minecraft 1.0. The idea came to Notch from a Minecraft gameplay blog on the PCGamer site.
 
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[http://www.minecraftwiki.net/wiki/Hardcore_Mode Source]
 
  
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== Multiplayer (SMP) ==
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If you are unable to find a specific fix for a problem you're experiencing, you may want to reinstall the game. Navigate to the [[pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Minecraft#Game_Folder_Location|game's folder]] and make a copy of it. After creating the backup, delete the entire ".minecraft" folder and use the game's launcher to redownload its files. Any issues that persist after re-installation should not be attributed to Minecraft.
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Since the implementation of Multiplayer in Minecraft, people have been gathering together to create communities of Minecraft enthusiasts who play together in a creative (or warbased) manners. Today, it's normal for updates which happen in Minecraft to improve the Offline experience as well as the online, so anything you can do, you can probably do in Multiplayer.
 
  
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To host a multiplayer server, you must have sufficient hardware. Most people have dedicated boxes, running Linux specifically, so they get the best performance on their machines. If you're looking to run a minecraft server, it's recommended you do so with specifally modified versions of the Minecraft Server code. Such modifications can be found under the name of "Bukkit", which is a server mod created to improve the minecraft server and allow users to install plugins, which do varying things, depending on the intent of the plugin. For some examples, please see [http://dev.bukkit.org/server-mods/ Dev Bukkit] and if you wish to set up a Bukkit based server, please see [http://wiki.bukkit.org/Setting_up_a_server Setting up a server]
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=== Game Crashes on a 32-bit Operating System ===
  
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If you wish to find a multiplayer server for minecraft, there are lists set up which are ordered by votes for the server and uptime. Such a list can be found here [http://minecraft-server-list.com/ Minecraft Server List] or at [http://minestatus.net/ Minestatus]
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To fix crashing on a 32-bit OS, set the "Render Distance" option to "Normal" or lower in the game's options.
  
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== Mods ==
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=== Black Screen on Startup ===
  
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=== OptiFine (FPS boost/HD texture enabler) ===
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Black Screens will occur if the user installs a mod that has not been updated for Minecraft's current revision, or installs a mod incorrectly. Try uninstalling any recently added mods or texture packs.
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Installing the OptiFine mod can help getting a better frame rate on most systems. It provides the user with a lot of extra graphical options. It also allows loading of HD Textures without a patcher.
 
  
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*[http://www.minecraftforum.net/topic/249637-11-optifine-hd-c-fps-boost-hd-textures-aa-af/ OptiFine forum thread. Works with the latest stable Minecraft release]
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== Performance Improvements ==
  
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=== MCPatcher HD fix (HD texture enabler/better grass/random mob colors) ===
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=== Enable 64-bit Mode and Allocate More Memory (Macintosh) ===
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Original HD texture enabler. As opposed to OptiFine, MCPatcher gets updated for every weekly snapshot. Most other Minecraft mods are compatible with MCPatcher.
 
  
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*[http://www.minecraftforum.net/topic/232701-11-12w06aupdate-128-mcpatcher-hd-fix-232-01/ MCPatcher HD fix forum thread. Works with all recent Minecraft releases]
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Enabling 64-bit Java will improve the overall performance of Minecraft and allow it to access more RAM. Make sure that you have the latest version of Java installed for your version of Mac OS X, and that it is enabled in Java Preferences (/Applications/Utilities).
  
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=== TooManyItems (Inventory editor/gamemode switcher/time control) ===
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Right click on the applications from Finder and click "Show Package Contents". Open the following file with Xcode or any other text editing package:
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TooManyItems provides the player with an on-screen inventory editor. It also enables one-click switching of gamemode in singleplayer, and gives the player control over the time. Also supports multiplayer,granted that the player has enough rights on the server. TooManyItems gets updated for every weekly snapshot. Most other Minecraft mods are compatible with TooManyItems.
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  Minecraft.app / Contents / info.plist
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Find the key "JVMVersion" and change it to "1.6+". Aftwards add an addition key to "JVMArchs" with the value "x86_64". Replace "JavaApplicationStubs" in:
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  Minecraft.app / Contents / MacOS
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With the default ones found in
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  System / Library / Frameworks / JavaVM.framework / Versions / A / Resources / MacOS
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<br />
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To increase the amount of RAM Minecraft can use, change the following in info.plist:
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-Xms *** MB
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-Xmx ### MB
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*Replace *** with the maximum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (1024, 2048, etc.)
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*Replace ### with the minimum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (256, 512, 1024, etc.)
  
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*[http://www.minecraftforum.net/topic/140684-11-12w06a-toomanyitems-in-game-invedit-feb-9/ TooManyItems forum thread. Works with all recent Minecraft releases]
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=== Enable 64-bit Mode and Allocate More Memory (Windows) ===
  
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On a 64-bit Windows OS, you will need to install a [http://java.com/en/download/manual.jsp 64-bit Java version] to enable Minecraft's 64-bit mode. Minecraft will recognise the installation and use it automatically.
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To allocate more memory, enter the Notepad utility (Start menu > Accessories > Notepad) and input the following text:
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  @Echo off
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  java -Xmx *** -Xms ### -jar "Minecraft.exe-Location"
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*Replace *** with the maximum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (1024, 2048, etc.)
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*Replace ### with the minimum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (256, 512, 1024, etc.)
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*Replace "Minecraft.exe-Location" with the exact address of Minecraft.exe.
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**Example .exe location: '''D:\Minecraft\Minecraft.exe'''
  
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=== MagicLauncher (Minecraft launcher alternative) ===
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After customising the file's contents, choose '''File > Save As...'''. Navigate to the location in-which you wish to save this custom launcher.
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MagicLauncher is a external program that has all the features of the original, and many more.  
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*In "File name:" use the format '''Name.bat'''
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*In "Save as type:" choose '''All Files'''.
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Save the file and use it instead of Minecraft's launcher from now on.
  
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Some features include:
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=== Allocate More Memory (Linux) ===
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*Selectable minecraft.jar
 
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*Automatic version detection
 
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*Selectable minecraft folder
 
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*Selectable java executable
 
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*Java memory limit
 
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*Configuration profiles
 
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*Load mods dynamically without changing minecraft.jar
 
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*META-INF does not have to be deleted
 
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*Automatic mod compatibility checking
 
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*Automatic mod requirements checking (ModLoader, ModLoaderMP, Forge, GuiAPI)
 
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[http://www.minecraftforum.net/topic/939149-launcher-magic-launcher-095-mods-options-news/ Magic Launcher forum thread. Works with most Minecraft releases.]
 
  
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To run Minecraft with more RAM on Linux, use the following command:
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  java -jar -Xms###MB -Xmx***MB "Minecraft.jar-Location"
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*Replace *** with the maximum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (1024, 2048, etc.)
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*Replace ### with the minimum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (256, 512, 1024, etc.)
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*Replace "Minecraft.jar-Location" with the exact address of Minecraft.jar.
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**Example .jar location: '''/games/minecraft/mincreaft.jar'''
  
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For more mods go to [http://www.minecraftforum.net/forum/51-minecraft-mods/ the Minecraft forum.]
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=== Install Java 1.7 (Windows) ===
  
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== Tricks ==
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[http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/jre-7u3-download-1501631.html Java version 1.7] offers significant performance improvements for Minecraft. Uninstall any previous version of Java and install version 1.7 instead.
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*Users of 64-bit Windows need to install both 32-bit and 64-bit Java versions.
  
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=== Minecraft File Location on Mac ===
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== Game Folder Location ==
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YourUserName>Library>Application Support>minecraft
 
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If you are running Mac Os 10 Lion, your library folder will not be accessible by default, you must instead follow the instructions on [http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13727_7-20082044-263/os-x-lion-where-did-my-library-go/%5D%20%5D this page] to unhide this directory.
 
  
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=== Minecraft File Location on Windows ===
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Minecraft installs its files by default to the current OS user's data folder. This behaviour is different to other games, that default to a folder such as "Program Files" on Windows.
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%programdata%>minecraft
 
  
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=== Game crashes on 32-bit systems ===
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=== Macintosh ===
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If you are experiencing frequent crashes on 32-bit systems (especially when exploring the world), set the Render Distance to 'Normal' or lower. The 'Far' setting is only stable on 64-bit systems.
 
  
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=== Fixing General Issues ===
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To find the game folder's location on a computer running Mac OS, navigate to the following location:
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If you are having problems with Minecraft and have no clue as to what to do, try making a backup of the .minecraft folder, then deleting the original. Then launch the game, download it again and see if there are problems. If your issues persist, Minecraft is not the cause. If the issues are gone, try adding the folders one by one until the issues are back, then delete/fix the problem folder.
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  YourUserName > Library > Application Support > minecraft
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On Mac OS X Lion, the "Library" folder is not accessible by default. To allow permanent access to the folder, launch the Terminal utility and input the following command: [http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13727_7-20082044-263/os-x-lion-where-did-my-library-go/]
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  chflags nohidden ~/Library 
  
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=== Black Screen On Startup ===
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=== Windows ===
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This happens when a user installs a mod that had not been updated for the current version of Minecraft or when a mod is simply not installed correctly. Ways to fix this are to uninstall recently added mods/texture packs, or by simply deleting the .dat file altogether. If you choose the second method to fix this error, you must force update next time you open the program.
 
  
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===Enabling in 64Bit Mode & Allocating More Memory (Mac) ===
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Finding the game's folder on a Windows operating system involves access to hidden folders.
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This is a longstanding problem with the game, which has a nice and easy fix.  
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*On '''Windows XP''': enter the Control Panel through the Start menu and locate "Folder Options". The option may be placed inside the "Appearance and Themes" category.
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# First Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed for your version of OSX, and make sure it is enabled in Java Preferences (/Applications/Utilities)
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*On '''Windows Vista''': enter the Control Panel through the Start menu, choose "Classic View" from the sidebar and access "Folder Options". In the "View" tab, tick the option to "Show hidden files and folders" and click "OK".
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# Right click on the applications from finder and click "Show Package Contents"
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*On '''Windows 7''': enter the Control Panel through the Start menu, in the "View by:" selection box select "Large icons" or "Small icons". Access "Folder Options". In the "View" tab, tick the option to "Show hidden files and folders" and click "OK".
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# Open "Minecraft.app/Contents/info.plist"
 
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#* This can be Opened in Xcode, or any other text editing package on Mac.
 
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## Find 'JVMVersion' key and then change it to '1.6+'
 
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# Replace JavaApplicationStubs in  
 
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#*<pre>"Minecraft.app/Contents/MacOS/"</pre>
 
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# with the default ones found in:
 
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#* <pre>"/System/Library/Frameworks/JavaVM.framework/Versions/A/Resources/MacOS/"</pre>
 
  
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This should boot you into 64bit Mode. If you wan't to increase the RAM allowance, then go into the info.plist and Change -Xms___MB and -Xmx___MB to what you want. The default settings are recommended here unless you have sufficient RAM to support more, or a high-resolution texture pack.
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To find the game folder's location on a computer running '''Windows XP''' navigate to the following location:
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  Documents and Settings > YourUserName >  Application Data > .minecraft
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On '''Windows Vista''' and '''Windows 7''':
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  Users > YourUserName > AppData > Roaming > .minecraft
  
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=== Allocating more memory (Windows)===
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=== Borderless Fullscreen Windowed ===
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If Minecraft runs unstable or you get the "Out of memory" message often, consider trying to allocate more RAM to Minecraft. By default only 512 Mb of memory is allocated to Minecraft and once that is filled you get the dreaded "Oom" Message. Here's how to increase the amount:
 
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@Echo off
 
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4. Press F3 and check the upper right corner
 
  
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The amount of memory is entered in MB. Eg 1024 would be 1GB, and 2048 would be 2GB.
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[http://www.edge-gamers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=178250 spidEY's custom Minecraft launcher] has the ability to run Minecraft in a fullscreen, borderless window.
  
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===Allocating More Memory Linux===
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== Mods ==
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Run the command from console, using this command:
 
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<pre> java -jar -Xms512MB -Xmx1024MB <PathTo>/minecraft.jar </pre>
 
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Substitute <PathTo> with the path to the Jar file.
 
  
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=== Running in a fullscreen, borderless window (Windows) ===
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=== Improve FPS and Integrate HD Textures Support ===
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There are no command line options available for this, but spidEY, a user from the EdgeGamers forum, wrote a launcher that allows you to run Minecraft in a fullscreen, borderless window.
 
  
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[http://www.edge-gamers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=178250 Forum post for the program, which works with the latest version of Minecraft (1.1).]
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The mod [http://www.minecraftforum.net/topic/249637-11-optifine-hd-d4-fps-boost-hd-textures-aa-af/ OptiFine] is known to boost FPS on most systems. It also provides more graphical options and support for high resolution textures.
  
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===Install Java 1.7===
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=== All-in-One Customisation Tool ===
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Uninstall any version of Java 1.6 on your system and install the version of [http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/java-se-jre-7-download-432155.html Java 1.7] that is correct for your system. This will improve performance and increase your FPS. (Note: If you are running a 64bit version of windows, be sure to install both versions of Java 1.7)
 
  
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[http://www.minecraftforum.net/topic/232701-11-12w07bupdate-218-mcpatcher-hd-fix-233-01/ MCPatcher] is a tool that allows the user to organise and enable different mods, as well as some expanded graphical options. MCPatcher is updated frequently, rapidly supporting new Minecraft updates.
  
 
== Useful links ==
 
== Useful links ==
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*[http://www.minecraftwiki.net/ Minecraft wiki.]
 
*[http://www.minecraftwiki.net/ Minecraft wiki.]
 
*[http://www.reddit.com/r/Minecraft/ Minecraft on Reddit.]
 
*[http://www.reddit.com/r/Minecraft/ Minecraft on Reddit.]
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{{Reflist}}
 
  
 
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[[Category:Game]]
 
[[Category:Mac Game]]
 
[[Category:Mac Game]]
 
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[[Category:Linux Game]]

Revision as of 15:06, 23 February 2012

Minecraft is a sandbox construction game, inspired by Infiniminer, Dwarf Fortress and Dungeon Keeper. It was created by Markus Persson, founder of Mojang AB. The game's core mechanic revolves around the placement or removal of blocks from a three-dimensional environment. This mechanic allows players to form elaborate structures and utilise their creativity skills.

Minecraft development showcased the true potential in alpha funding - the ability to pre-order a game and receive the ability to play an early developmental build which is constantly updated. The game's success made its founder a multimillionaire long before its official release. Development started on May 10th 2009, with pre-orders being accepted from June 13th 2009. Minecraft was officially released almost two and a half years later, on November 18th 2011.

Version Differences

Minecraft

The official, updated client for Minecraft is priced at €19.95 (~£17.21/~$26.90). When purchased, it can be played in the user's web browser or through an executable client. Minecraft offers fully-featured singleplayer and multiplayer options. Multiplayer is achieved through dedicated servers, the files to which are freely available purchase-free.

The official client features three modes: Creative focuses on building and creativity - players are given immunity to damage, the ability to fly and the ability to destroy and create any block type instantly [1]; Survival focuses on versatile gameplay featuring resource gathering, crafting, combat and exploration [2]; Hardcore is a variant of Survival featuring a higher difficulty scale, in-which the world file is deleted upon the character's death. [3]

Minecraft Classic

Minecraft Classic is a free-to-play, outdated alternative to Minecraft. It is similar to Minecraft's Creative mode.

Hosting a Multiplayer Server

Most Minecraft servers run on dedicated Linux servers. It is recommended to run modified versions of Minecraft's server code such as Bukkit, since they offer expanded features such as plugin support. Plugins for Bukkit can be found on Dev Bukkit.

For a guide on setting up a Bukkit server, see "Setting up a server" on the BukkitWiki.

Issues and Fixes

Fixing General Issues

If you are unable to find a specific fix for a problem you're experiencing, you may want to reinstall the game. Navigate to the game's folder and make a copy of it. After creating the backup, delete the entire ".minecraft" folder and use the game's launcher to redownload its files. Any issues that persist after re-installation should not be attributed to Minecraft.

Game Crashes on a 32-bit Operating System

To fix crashing on a 32-bit OS, set the "Render Distance" option to "Normal" or lower in the game's options.

Black Screen on Startup

Black Screens will occur if the user installs a mod that has not been updated for Minecraft's current revision, or installs a mod incorrectly. Try uninstalling any recently added mods or texture packs.

Performance Improvements

Enable 64-bit Mode and Allocate More Memory (Macintosh)

Enabling 64-bit Java will improve the overall performance of Minecraft and allow it to access more RAM. Make sure that you have the latest version of Java installed for your version of Mac OS X, and that it is enabled in Java Preferences (/Applications/Utilities).

Right click on the applications from Finder and click "Show Package Contents". Open the following file with Xcode or any other text editing package: 

 Minecraft.app / Contents / info.plist

Find the key "JVMVersion" and change it to "1.6+". Aftwards add an addition key to "JVMArchs" with the value "x86_64". Replace "JavaApplicationStubs" in: 

 Minecraft.app / Contents / MacOS

With the default ones found in 

 System / Library / Frameworks / JavaVM.framework / Versions / A / Resources / MacOS


To increase the amount of RAM Minecraft can use, change the following in info.plist: 

-Xms *** MB
-Xmx ### MB
  • Replace *** with the maximum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (1024, 2048, etc.)
  • Replace ### with the minimum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (256, 512, 1024, etc.)

Enable 64-bit Mode and Allocate More Memory (Windows)

On a 64-bit Windows OS, you will need to install a 64-bit Java version to enable Minecraft's 64-bit mode. Minecraft will recognise the installation and use it automatically.

To allocate more memory, enter the Notepad utility (Start menu > Accessories > Notepad) and input the following text: 

 @Echo off
 java -Xmx *** -Xms ### -jar "Minecraft.exe-Location"
  • Replace *** with the maximum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (1024, 2048, etc.)
  • Replace ### with the minimum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (256, 512, 1024, etc.)
  • Replace "Minecraft.exe-Location" with the exact address of Minecraft.exe.
    • Example .exe location: D:\Minecraft\Minecraft.exe

After customising the file's contents, choose File > Save As.... Navigate to the location in-which you wish to save this custom launcher.

  • In "File name:" use the format Name.bat
  • In "Save as type:" choose All Files.

Save the file and use it instead of Minecraft's launcher from now on.

Allocate More Memory (Linux)

To run Minecraft with more RAM on Linux, use the following command: 

 java -jar -Xms###MB -Xmx***MB "Minecraft.jar-Location"
  • Replace *** with the maximum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (1024, 2048, etc.)
  • Replace ### with the minimum amount of memory Minecraft can use in MB (256, 512, 1024, etc.)
  • Replace "Minecraft.jar-Location" with the exact address of Minecraft.jar.
    • Example .jar location: /games/minecraft/mincreaft.jar

Install Java 1.7 (Windows)

Java version 1.7 offers significant performance improvements for Minecraft. Uninstall any previous version of Java and install version 1.7 instead.

  • Users of 64-bit Windows need to install both 32-bit and 64-bit Java versions.

Game Folder Location

Minecraft installs its files by default to the current OS user's data folder. This behaviour is different to other games, that default to a folder such as "Program Files" on Windows.

Macintosh

To find the game folder's location on a computer running Mac OS, navigate to the following location: 

 YourUserName > Library > Application Support > minecraft

On Mac OS X Lion, the "Library" folder is not accessible by default. To allow permanent access to the folder, launch the Terminal utility and input the following command: [4] 

 chflags nohidden ~/Library

Windows

Finding the game's folder on a Windows operating system involves access to hidden folders.

  • On Windows XP: enter the Control Panel through the Start menu and locate "Folder Options". The option may be placed inside the "Appearance and Themes" category.
  • On Windows Vista: enter the Control Panel through the Start menu, choose "Classic View" from the sidebar and access "Folder Options". In the "View" tab, tick the option to "Show hidden files and folders" and click "OK".
  • On Windows 7: enter the Control Panel through the Start menu, in the "View by:" selection box select "Large icons" or "Small icons". Access "Folder Options". In the "View" tab, tick the option to "Show hidden files and folders" and click "OK".

To find the game folder's location on a computer running Windows XP navigate to the following location: 

 Documents and Settings > YourUserName >  Application Data > .minecraft

On Windows Vista and Windows 7: 

 Users > YourUserName > AppData > Roaming > .minecraft

Borderless Fullscreen Windowed

spidEY's custom Minecraft launcher has the ability to run Minecraft in a fullscreen, borderless window.

Mods

Improve FPS and Integrate HD Textures Support

The mod OptiFine is known to boost FPS on most systems. It also provides more graphical options and support for high resolution textures.

All-in-One Customisation Tool

MCPatcher is a tool that allows the user to organise and enable different mods, as well as some expanded graphical options. MCPatcher is updated frequently, rapidly supporting new Minecraft updates.

Useful links