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Minecraft Bedrock Launcher

Free#69 of 75 in Minecraft Launchers

Minecraft Bedrock Launcher: A free, open-source choice for running Bedrock across Linux and macOS architectures. Ranked #69 of 75 in Minecraft Launchers by our editors (5.4/10); pricing: Free plan; best for linux and macOS Bedrock users.

5.4/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
5.4 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Linux and macOS Bedrock users
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
22 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Free and open source with Microsoft account login
- Supports x86, x86_64, armhf, and arm64 builds
- Offers Flatpak, native packages, Arch packages, and macOS binaries
Where it doesn't
- Unofficial project described as unstable
- Limited to Linux and macOS
- Requires ownership of the Android version through Google Play

Our verdict on Minecraft Bedrock Launcher

Minecraft Bedrock Launcher is a free, open-source desktop launcher for the Android version of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition. It is aimed at players on Linux and macOS who want to sign in with a Microsoft account, download Minecraft versions, and manage those versions from a desktop interface. The project supports x86, x86_64, armhf, and arm64 Minecraft builds, subject to operating-system and hardware limitations. Playing the full game requires ownership of the Android version through Google Play.

Its main strength is platform and packaging coverage within that narrow scope. Linux users can choose Flatpak or installation options for Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora, and Arch, while macOS users receive launcher binaries. The launcher also provides Minecraft version updates through its distribution channels and includes support for an unofficial modding API and mods. That combination makes it a practical fit for users whose priority is accessing Bedrock on less typical desktop platforms rather than managing a broad multi-edition Minecraft library.

The trade-off is the project's unofficial status and stated instability. Supported Minecraft versions and hardware vary by operating system and architecture, so compatibility depends on the specific environment. The launcher does not provide Java runtime management, and its coverage is limited to Linux and macOS. Choose it if you need an open-source Bedrock launcher with multiple architecture and packaging options. Choose another launcher if you need broader operating-system coverage, Java runtime management, or a more established platform experience.

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Minecraft Bedrock Launcher pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

Minecraft Bedrock Launcher fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Desktop OS support	Not verified
Separate instances	Not verified
Modpack import	Not verified
Mod loader support	Not verified
Java runtime management	No
Built-in modpack catalog	Not verified
Automatic updates	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Linux, macOS
Support	Docs, Community
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	22 Sep 2026

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