How To Download Minecraft Java Edition (PC) (Full Guide 2026)

: Open the Microsoft Store on your PC and search for "Minecraft Launcher" or "Minecraft for Windows". If you already own the game, click Install or Get to begin the download.

To download the version of Minecraft formerly known as , you should look for the Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC bundle. The standalone "Windows 10 Edition" title has been officially discontinued and replaced by the Bedrock Edition , which is now bundled with the Java Edition . Official Download Methods

: Visit Minecraft.net to download the unified Minecraft Launcher . This launcher acts as a hub where you can select and play both the Bedrock (Windows 10) and Java editions.

: You can also install the game via the Xbox App for Windows . If you have an active Xbox Game Pass subscription, the full version of Minecraft is included at no extra cost. Installation Steps

You can download the game through several official channels to ensure you have the latest secure version:

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