Somewhat confusingly, there was an old launcher called 'Minecraft Unified Launcher', which was specifically for Windows 7 and 8 and only launched Java Edition and Minecraft Dungeons.

Though Minecraft Java Edition can be downloaded and installed using Mojang's official launcher, the same can be achieved via custom launchers.

As of today, players who download Minecraft through Xbox Game Pass for PC will play through the unified Minecraft Launcher that handles both the Java and Bedrock Editions.

It does not require previous Minecraft installations or its files. It aims to be less bloated as the new non-Java launcher, but more simple than the official Java launcher.

A Minecraft: Java Edition launcher built with Java 8 and JavaFX for enhanced functionality and user experience.

Minecraft is a survival game that can be played on almost any device. Mojang's official launcher can be downloaded to play the Java Edition on Windows and Mac devices.

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

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In this portion of our Minecraft: Java Edition mods guide, we'll go over everything you need to know about how to purchase, install, and set up Minecraft: Java Edition via the Minecraft Launcher.

Here's what you should know about the differences in Minecraft Java and Bedrock for Windows before you choose which to install.