Minecraft offline download

The current Minecraft Launcher is the eighth launcher for Minecraft: Java Edition. It is also the third that was built to automatically update itself, released on 2nd November 2021.

Since the release of the new Minecraft Launcher, there have been numerous complaints from fans across the globe, as it sat at a 2.6 out of 5-star rating on the Microsoft Store.

One of the standout issues with the latest Minecraft Launcher is how it requires an internet connection to play the game, even if you just want to enjoy some alone time.

Here's what we know about the Minecraft Launcher requiring a persistent internet connection, how you can fix the issue and play Minecraft offline, as well as an alternative option.

Update on 17 March 2023: We've updated this article to reflect the latest info on playing Minecraft without an internet connection.

Minecraft without an internet connection

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