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Revision as of 08:28, 20 July 2015
Although this product has been released, it remains under active development - information may change frequently and could be outdated or irrelevant.
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Developers | |
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Mojang | |
Engines | |
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Release dates | |
Windows | November 18, 2011 |
macOS (OS X) | November 18, 2011 |
Linux | November 18, 2011 |
Minecraft | |
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Minecraft: Java Edition | 2011 |
Minecraft: Pi Edition | 2013 |
Minecraft: Story Mode (series) | |
Minecraft: Education Edition | 2016 |
Minecraft: Bedrock Edition | 2016 |
Minecraft Dungeons | 2020 |
Minecraft Legends | 2023 |
This page is for the original release. For the Windows 10 version, see Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition.
Key points
- Active and dedicated modding scene, responsible for many fixes, tools and additional content.
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Official website |
- All versions require a Mojang Account or Minecraft Account.[1]
- Purchase includes access to Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition.[2]
Essential improvements
Utilities
- Magic Launcher - a custom launcher. It can configure some in-game options and includes a dedicated mod loader with compatibility checks.
- MultiMC - a custom open source launcher. It allows you to have multiple, separate instances of Minecraft, each with their own mods, texture packs, saves, etc.
Mods
- OptiFine adds support for HD textures and a lot of options for better looks and performance.
- MCPatcher can be used alternatively without the performance for better HD texture support.
Java version
- The Windows version of Minecraft includes Java. Installing Java manually is not necessary.
- Minecraft benefits from using the latest version of Java. Using 64-bit Java on 64-bit operating systems is strongly recommended.[3]
RAM allocation
- The official launcher allows you to easily allocate RAM and set other Java arguments. The manual methods are detailed below.
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Make a portable version or install on a different drive
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Game data
In-game general settings.
Configuration file(s) location
-
launcher_profiles.json
contains stored user profiles.
Save game data location
- The server save is stored in
world
in whatever folder the server is running from.
Save game cloud syncing
- No save game cloud syncing information; you can edit this page to add it.
Video settings
In-game video settings.
Input settings
Mouse acceleration
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Audio settings
In-game audio settings.
- An up-to date page of all supported languages can be found here
Network
In-game chat settings.
- Requires a Mojang Account or Minecraft Account.[1]
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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LAN play | 8 | Maximum 8 players | ||
Online play | ∞ |
- No max player limit
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 25565 |
UDP | 25565 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Native 3D | 3D Anaglyph mode. | ||
Nvidia 3D Vision |
Headsets | |||
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SteamVR | This game might be playable with the Revive Compatibility Layer (compatibility list). | ||
Oculus VR (LibOVR) | Use OptiFine with the GLSL Shaders Mod.[4] | ||
Windows Mixed Reality | This game might be playable with the Revive Compatibility Layer. |
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Keyboard/Mouse |
Issues fixed
- Mojang has created an Official Bug Tracker that you can use to find or report bugs. Please search for your problem before reporting it, as it may have already been fixed for the next update or reported previously. Reporting bugs multiple times does NOT help the developer fix them faster.
General fixes
- Some problems can be solved by simply restarting the client.
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Graphical issues
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Crashes
- Some crashes are caused by the game's rendering distance. Try setting it to 8 chunks or lower.
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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OpenGL | 2.1 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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System requirements
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | Java-compatible | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Pentium IV | Intel Core i7 AMD Phenom II |
System memory (RAM) | 256 MB | 2 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 40 MB (excluding saves and mods) | 1 GB |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 3 ATI Radeon 7xxx series OpenGL 2.1 compatible | Nvidia Geforce GT 240 ATI Radeon HD 5550 |
- Latest requirements can be found on the Minecraft Wiki page.
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