You'll need a Microsoft account to download Minecraft but that's no sweat to do. Choosing between the two versions, Java and ...

PolyMC, a third-party Minecraft launcher, has been the subject of a hostile takeover after the owner revoked access from contributors, raising fears that the launcher may be unsafe.

Minecraft developer Majong has released a new launcher for the game. It's free, isn't as drab-looking as the original, and is necessary to play Minecraft 1.6 and later.

A new launcher for the PC version of Minecraft is now available, bringing with it an updated interface as well as security and stability upgrades, developer Mojang announced today. Minecraft ...