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: Open the launcher, select the "Latest Release" (currently Java Edition 26.1.2 as of April 2026), and hit play. System Requirements and Software

: Choose between Minecraft: Java Edition (highly moddable, PC-focused) or Minecraft: Bedrock Edition (supports cross-play with consoles and mobile). Download Minecraft here

: Visit the Microsoft Store or the official website to download the Minecraft Launcher. : Open the launcher, select the "Latest Release"

To get the game on your computer, follow these steps via the Official Minecraft Help Center : : Open the launcher