Minecraft launchers with mods and server. Official Minecraft launcher

The moment has come when we can present you a new version of our launcher - 3.0. A new version significantly different from the previous one. We can even call it revolutionary.

The new version was written from scratch, development lasted for two months. Our main goal was to surprise you and we believe that we succeeded. "Troika" has significant differences from all existing launchers not only in appearance, but also in terms of functionality. We decided to “break” the typical launcher template. Let's now take a look at what we got.

The user interface of the new launcher is built on new technology JavaFX. Therefore, you will need to upgrade to Java 8. Although this technology is also present in the now outdated Java 7, it has been significantly improved in Java 8. But the launcher is displayed identically on all operating systems (with the exception of font rendering).

First look
When you launch the application, the first thing you will see is the “start” screen. You can notice that the window layout has become larger. This was needed to fit more user interface elements.

Login form
At the next stage you will be greeted with a login form. You can’t go anywhere without it) During its development, its design changed 3 times. The latest version is the best. We would like to warn you that there is one design idea waiting for you, which the screenshot could not convey.

Actually, this is where the departure from the typical launcher template begins in the missing server selection (located in a different location) and the added automatic login function. Let's talk about the last point in more detail. In the "troika" we decided to remove the login form to the background. This means that you will see her less often. By enabling the password remembering function, the launcher will automatically go through the authorization process upon startup, bypassing the login hurdle - you will immediately be taken to your personal account.
The ability to use an address has become available Email as a login. In the future, we are going to completely switch to authorization using E-mail as a login. This will improve the security of your accounts.

Personal Area
Having talked about the login form, we came to the most important thing - your personal account.

At first glance it may seem simple to you, but we assure you that everything you need is here. It’s just hidden well) The personal account is somewhat reminiscent of the one that was in Launcher 1.0.

Settings
The settings were made in the form of a sliding panel. You can open them using the “Settings” item in the service menu or using a special window button, which allows you to do this from any screen.

The first thing you will notice is that there are fewer settings compared to the previous version. Yes, this is true, but the functionality of the application has not deteriorated; on the contrary, we have only improved some of the options.
Let's list the options that were in the old launcher:

• Remember password - moved to where it belongs - on the login screen.
• Upload client - obsolete option. Replaced by the new "Client Configuration Reset" feature.
• Full screen mode - saved.
• Offline mode - Only the option was removed, but the function remained and is now enabled automatically.
• Enable shader support - saved (the function appeared in version 2.7 released a year ago - see news).

Loader
So we come to the most important thing, the point of any launcher - downloading the client. And our client loader is not simple, but round) We preferred to abandon typical progress bars (this is noticeable in the example of our server monitoring) in favor of circles. It turned out quite interesting. They even found a place to put the cancel button. Speaking of the button, we are the first who decided to add it. It's still not available in any launcher. And the button is needed - suddenly the user changes his mind about downloading the client. A typical launcher will have to be restarted, but we have a button to stop the process (although technically speaking, the flow).

Having finished discussing design solutions, let's see what the “troika” brought us in the form of functionality.

New "Client Configuration Reset" feature
This feature replaces the legacy client pumping. Do you know why this pumping of the client was necessary? - To solve problems with incorrect configs due to which the game did not start. True, with such downloading, precious screenshots and texture packs were lost and we had to wait a long time for the client to load. With the new feature, all this is now a thing of the past. The function still downloads client files, but does it selectively - only configs are cleared. Due to this, it works very quickly.

Shared library storage
All clients share a common repository of libraries and other resources. We took this idea from the Mojang launcher. This made it possible to reduce their weight due to the absence of duplicate files and speed up the download of the client - fewer files need to be downloaded. It will take a long time to download only the first client. Let's say you first downloaded the HiTech client, then decided to play on Magic - you just need to download its mods and you can play!

Client transfer
To implement shared storage, we needed to change the client folder structure. For this reason, the new launcher will not be found by clients of the previous one. We've added a feature that will help you migrate them so they work on the new one. This will save you from having to configure the client “for yourself” anew.

Offline mode
The launcher can work even without an Internet connection, just like in the previous version. The only difference is that the mode is now turned on automatically. The mode allows you to launch a previously downloaded client for a single player game.

Works everywhere
One of our principles is to support all platforms and we are not going to stray from this path.
This software has been tested on the following operating systems:

• Windows XP (displayed crookedly, but works)
• Windows 7
• Ubuntu 14.04
• OS X Yosemite

Over the short history of the game, a sufficient number of launchers have already been developed for the average user to ask the question - “Which launcher is the best?” It is quite difficult to answer this question, but it is possible, so we decided to give you a rating out of ten best programs to launch and administer the game client. Each of the presented launchers has its own characteristics. For example, some launchers provide the ability to install modifications on the client in one click, and then download other files. In this top of the best Minecraft launchers, many factors were taken into account, from the number of downloads to functionality. So he's pretty honest!

TLauncher

This is one of the best and most popular programs today. It has several versions - the first is the current version, which has a wide range of capabilities, from the usual settings of the game client, to installing modifications and even installing a skin with a cloak. To install HD skins on the client you need to buy a subscription to a premium account. The second version is classic, it has only the most necessary functions, such as changing the game nickname and setting launch parameters. You can also change the game skin and install Forge, Optifine and LiteLoader.

Official Minecraft launcher

Contains all the necessary tools for a comfortable game. But alas, it only allows you to run the licensed version of the game. Therefore, if you are the owner of a pirated client, then you will not be able to use the official launcher. It has a special profile editor built into it to be able to create different assemblies. You can also choose any version for the game, even the alpha version of 2010. But the most important thing that the official launcher can do is update the game to the latest version.

FTB Launcher

This is a small program that aims to distribute mods, maps, textures and other game files. The launcher itself is a very lightweight program, but with a large catalog of files. Moreover, the main advantage is not even quick access to files, but their fast downloading and automatic installation. You do not need to manually copy the necessary files; the launcher will do all the necessary actions for you. The first release of the launcher took place back in 2012. Since then, the program has changed developers several times, but it still remains one of the most popular.

VoidLauncher

The main feature of the launcher is a large directory of user files. The program itself is divided into four tabs. The first tab displays developer news, as well as changes in the latest game updates. The second tab contains a directory of various files for the game. The third tab allows you to place your assembly or even individual files in the general directory: mods, textures, maps and others. The fourth tab is a list of servers where users can put their ratings and reviews. By the way, any user can add their server to this list.

Technic Launcher

Designed for users who don't like to manually search and install mods. In addition to the basic steps of setting up the game client, changing the nickname, and other functions, the launcher contains a tab where users can share their builds. In a large catalog you can find versions of the game with a wide variety of mods, texture packs and maps. You can upload your own build so that other players can rate it and leave feedback. The top is compiled from the most popular assemblies.

Pixelmon Launcher

It was developed as a launcher for the Pixelmon game server, but then players appreciated the work of the developers very well, and the program gained great popularity. Now developers separately support the launcher for the convenience of users. With its help, you can quickly log into the Pixelmon servers, buy game currency for real money, and install the main modifications Forge, Optifine, and LiteLoader. Among the advantages, users note the excellent interface and excellent performance. Users also thank the launcher creators for regular updates and innovations.

MultiMC

One of the most popular launchers due to its cross-platform and open source code. On this moment- this is the most multifunctional launcher, as it is modified by the users themselves. You have the opportunity to use MultiMC on Windows, Linux and Mac OS operating systems. The launcher provides enormous opportunities for build creators. You can combine different modifications and versions of the game. A large catalog of mods, textures, maps and other files is available directly in the program.

ATLauncher

Provides ample opportunities for those who want to control and keep their game client clean. Besides the fact that you can install various custom files, you can also view already installed mods and other files. A special tab allows you to fully control your game client and receive information about it. You can upload your own builds to a large directory of files, and users who have downloaded them can rate and leave reviews. Before using ATLauncher you must register an account.

SKLauncher

A cross-platform program for launching Minecraft that supports OS Windows, Linux, and Mac OS. Like in others similar program you have the ability to browse a large catalog of user files. With just one click you can install various files. You yourself can publish files to the directory, as well as create a large number of profiles and assemblies. Client settings have been placed in a separate menu, which contains the most basic and advanced parameters.

MRLauncher

More than fifteen thousand people have already installed it, according to information located on the official website. The launcher itself was released quite recently and has already earned great popularity. MRLauncher supports all the features of the most popular launchers. You can install mods and create your own builds using the profile manager. The number of users who have chosen MRLauncher is constantly growing, so the number of files in the directory is increasing. You can also use the advanced game client settings menu, change the path to the game, select the required amount random access memory and change the Java framework version.

Do we all sometimes want something new? For example, try playing with various mods, adding a new twist to Minecraft? Great. Now you will see the top launchers that allow you to play with mods. We will look at them from several important aspects - playing online (with friends or on a server), installing your own mods, stability. At the end of the article you will find a comparison table.

A simple launcher that allows you to download any version of Minecraft, along with forge and OpriFine, and it is Russian.

But it has a significant drawback - all mods must be installed manually, selecting and downloading them from websites. There are no ready-made builds here, only Minecraft itself.

However, by downloading the mods, putting them in a folder and giving them to a friend, you can play together online with the mods.

Launcher from our foreign colleagues Minecrafters. This launcher contains exclusively assemblies of mods, large ones, for all tastes. Many of them have already been debugged and work well.

All modpacks have the ability to play online, and for many you can even download the server version (to invite many friends). However, you can only access it with a license, because it does not support third-party authorizations.

Our minecraft server launcher with mods is very convenient! The launcher also has launch settings, for example, you can configure the memory allocated for the game, clear the game folder in one click, or start debugging mode.

Our clients have built-in only the most necessary and useful mods, popular among Minecraft players. In addition, we have some of our own developments in the field of mods and plugins for servers and clients. All our clients support , as well as HD resource packs.

Another launcher from our foreign colleagues. it's something between T-Launcher and FTB - it can only launch Minecraft, but it does it perfectly.

He can copy already assembled assemblies with archives, set his own avatars for different assemblies, and use one nickname to enter them.

So this is a good option, if you have put together a good build and want to give it to a friend to play together, then this is a good option.

Summary table of ratings

	Language	Assemblies	Server	By network	Loner	License	Changing Mods
T-Launcher		No	No	Yes	Yes	No	Yes
FTB		Yes	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Youvipas world		Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No
		No	No	Yes	Yes	No	Yes

You can choose your launcher that will meet the necessary requirements and download the launcher to your taste. I have prepared a list of launchers for you. I take this opportunity to invite you to our game servers. Whenever possible, I will add more new launchers here.

Sincerely, Youvipas World Administration.