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LAUNCHER FEATURES

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  Play all your Minecraft games

  Launch your favorite Mojang Studio Games

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  Game updates and Snapshots

  Play the latest versions and try what's next in snapshots

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  1-Click Quickplay

  Create customized shortcuts to your favorite worlds

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  Settings and Features

  Update language, accessibility, features, Quick Play, and more

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  Manage your profile

  Update Java Skins and access account information

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  News & Promotions

  Read the latest Minecraft news and events

Purchase games

Minecraft: Java & Bedrock

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Minecraft Dungeons

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Minecraft Legends

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Other versions & platforms

• Windows 10/11
• Windows legacy
• Mac
• ARCH + ARCH BASED
• DEBIAN + DEBIAN BASED
• Other distributions
• Raspberry Pi
• Android
• iOS

Minecraft server software

• Java Edition Server
• Bedrock Edition Server

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Troubleshooting articles

• How to Download and Install the Minecraft Launcher
• Troubleshooting Installing the Minecraft Launcher
• How to Use Quick Play in the Minecraft Launcher
• Troubleshooting Can’t Connect to Minecraft Services Error After Sign in on Minecraft Launcher
• The Minecraft Launcher Crashes on Sign In

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Minecraft Launcher?

The Minecraft Launcher is your hub for accessing all of your favorite Minecraft games on PC. You can download new versions of Minecraft games, access multiplayer servers, manage your profile, get mod support, and more with Minecraft Launcher. Learn more about Minecraft Launcher through the help center.   

How do I update Minecraft Launcher? 

You’ll be able to see when you need to update your Minecraft Launcher by going to your account settings. Go to Settings > About to find all available Launcher updates.

How do I install/reinstall Minecraft Launcher?    

You can install Minecraft Launcher through the Microsoft Store or select the “Download Launcher” button at the top of this page. If you need to reinstall Launcher, simply go to the Microsoft Store and download it again. If you have the old version of Minecraft Launcher, use our guide on how to uninstall the old Minecraft Unified Launcher so you can get the newest version.

Why won’t Minecraft Launcher open?

If you are having trouble opening the Minecraft Launcher, you may need to check for updates or contact the Minecraft Support Team to report your issue. You can also browse through the Minecraft Launcher Troubleshooting FAQ page to see if your issue has been addressed.

Can you launch Minecraft without using Minecraft Launcher?

You can launch your Minecraft games without using Minecraft Launcher, but it will help you save time by putting all of your games in one place. 

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