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Minecraft Gets A New "unified" PC Launcher For Java, Bedrock, And Dungeons
This not only means those playing on PC through Game Pass get access to cross-play with others "regardless of platform" - there's also a new "unified Minecraft launcher" to help you start both versions of the game from the same place.
"We are introducing a new feature - the unified Minecraft Launcher!" Mojang Studios creative writer Cristina Anderca announces in a blog post. "Instead having separate launchers for Java Edition and Bedrock Edition, you'll be able launch both Minecraft versions using one game launcher."
The post later reads: "Minecraft has never been easier to play on PC, and I'm sure you'll enjoy it as much as I do. So far, I've just been switching between the two editions and marvelling at how easy it is. I beg your pardon, I must learn who came up this idea to send fan mail.
The Minecraft Launcher For Windows is explained in detail on Minecraft's help site. SRAZY'S BLOG It can be found in the Windows store. It allows you to launch Minecraft: Java Edition and even their dungeoncrawler spinoff Minecraft Dungeons from one place. This is a "one-stop portal to the Minecraft universe", as the store's page describes it. You don’t need it to get into these games. It’s only a useful option in the event that you want to access them all with one launcher.
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Turn up that jukebox and light up the skies in fireworks: Minecraft is now included in Game Pass for PC! This subscription includes Java and Bedrock, plus a unified launcher to both editions.
Learn how you can join the party
- https://t.co/e5IVnE6Xv1 - pic.twitter.com/wyHhGgNRnp
- Minecraft (@Minecraft), November 2, 2021
The launcher is completely free, but you will need to have purchased the games separately or subscribed for Xbox Game Pass for PC (or Game Pass Ultimate), to access them. 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. You don't need to uninstall this one to run the new one, but Mojang recommends doing so "to cut down on confusion".
The help center post linked above provides detailed instructions on how to install and run the new launcher. You can sign up for Xbox Game Pass PC by clicking this link.
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