Download Minecraft - Best Software & Apps

Minecraft1.12.2

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac; Web Apps

Sandbox game of creativity and survival

179713 votes

PROS: Immense worlds, Complete freedom of movement, Very creative
CONS: Occasional connection problems, Lack of in-game instructions

Minecraft1.12.2

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Preview what's new in Minecraft

18445 votes

PROS: New features and additions to Minecraft, Now easier to install
CONS: Update is manual

Minecraft Windows 10 EditionBeta

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Minecraft gets a special version for Windows 10

4969 votes

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PROS: Improved graphics, Genuine sandbox game, Hours and hours of fun and creativity
CONS: No cross saves with PC version yet

Unturned3.17.2.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Ablockalypse now

5645 votes

PROS: Interesting blend of Minecraft and Day-Z, Player vs player and team servers, Free to play, Community shaped, Lots of visual tweeking give it an impressive look
CONS: Interface can make picking up items hard in a panic, At night its a little too dark making it impossible to play

Minecraft Forge11.14.1.1341

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Install mods and create a server for Minecraft

2084 votes

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PROS: Compatible with many mods , You can also create a server
CONS: Installation is a bit complex , Not very intuitive

Terraria1.3

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac; Android; iPhone; Web Apps

Minecraft inspired 2D platform game

9046 votes

PROS: Like Minecraft but as a platform game, Only limited by your imagination, Randomly generated worlds
CONS: 2D graphics aren't great, May be tricky for those not familiar with Minecraft

RustAlpha 0.1

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

An online survival game inspired by Minecraft and DayZ

3779 votes

PROS: An impressive graphics engine, Large online game world, Lots to build and customize
CONS: Currently lacking content , Can be frustrating

Minecraft - Pocket Edition0.14.2

License: buy Download
Platform: iPhone

Experience the mining, creating and surviving game in your pocket

755 votes

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PROS: Combines survival, exploration and construction, Excellent mobile adaptation, Updated with the latest content from Minecraft
CONS: Low resolution

Minecraft: Story Mode

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Mac; iPhone

An epic Minecraft journey from the creators of The Walking Dead adventure game

2090 votes

Technic Launcher4.0.0.347

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Technic Launcher can change your Minecraft experience

276 votes

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PROS: Quick install and easy to use, Browse for modpacks and install quickly, New social features
CONS: Requires a Technic Platform account

LEGO Worlds1.0

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

LEGO Minecraft

2165 votes

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Minecraft Server1.9

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Set up multiplayer Minecraft

10019 votes

PROS: Minecraft with friends!, Flexible set up
CONS: Relatively complicated

Cube World

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

New, Minecraft-style RPG

1996 votes

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PROS: Good block graphics, Challenging fights, Huge open world
CONS: Initially very hard, Game is limited in scope, Monotonous sound effects

Paint the Town RedPreview Beta

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Hotline Miami and Minecraft have a violent child

721 votes

Minecraft Education EditionPreview

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Harnessing Minecraft for Education

143 votes

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PROS: Recognisable gaming universe. Limitless fun and scope for learning. Safe and secure community. Customisable characters.
CONS: Cons:

ModLoader for Minecraft1.4.7

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Easily install mods into Minecraft

3555 votes

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PROS: Makes modding Minecraft easier
CONS: Tricky initial installation

Survivalcraft

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone

Build and Construct to Survive in this Free Crafting Game

245 votes

PROS: A familiar style of adventure and discovery, Infinte worlds to construct within
CONS: Unsuitable for very young children, Payment required after trial ends

Minecraft SkinEditalpha pre 3.7

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

A new skin for Minecraft

1468 votes

PROS: Users can fully customize the skin's look, Includes correction undo and redo tools
CONS: Creating a truly aesthetically pleasing skin is difficult

OptiFine for MinecraftMinecraft Mod HD U D1 1.10.2

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Improve Minecraft's graphics

3735 votes

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Growtopia2.01

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone

Free 2D platformer sandbox game.

109 votes

PROS: Great for developing the imagination., A host of gameplay options.
CONS: Late arrival to a game is a disadvantage., Can time out unexpectedly.

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	Unturned	3.17.2.0	5645	7.343436669619131	Windows, Mac
2	Minecraft	1.12.2	18445	7.191108701545133	Windows, Mac
3	Terraria	1.3	9046	7.1893765200088495	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone
4	Minecraft	1.12.2	179713	7.129563248067695	Windows, Mac, Web Apps
5	Minecraft Server	1.9	10019	6.7498552749775325	Windows, Mac

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

Unturned

3.17.2.0

5645

7.343436669619131

Windows, Mac

Minecraft

1.12.2

18445