You'll need a Microsoft account to download Minecraft but that's no sweat to do. Choosing between the two versions, Java and ...

First, launch up Minecraft Java Edition via the Minecraft Launcher. Once you’ve done this, locate the Installations tab at the top. Click this to open a different panel.

Players can quickly level up to obtain 34 out of 36 Minecraft Launcher Skills as part of the April Fools 2025 LaunchCraft update.

Minecraft players struggle to play Java Edition with the new Launcher causing log-in difficulties and long download times.

Mojang is rolling out a unified launcher for both Minecraft Dungeons and Minecraft: Java Edition. As of January 18th, players will be able to log in and launch either game with a Microsoft or ...

Minecraft is coming to Game Pass for PC as the Minecraft: PC Bundle which includes both the Java and Bedrock Editions.