Does Minecraft work with PC?
Quick compatibility check between Minecraft and PC.
Confirmed compatible
Minecraft runs natively on PC (Windows, macOS, and Linux via Java Edition, plus Windows via Bedrock Edition), with full mod support, the highest render distances of any platform, and cross-play with consoles and mobile through Bedrock.
High confidence · Updated July 2026
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Works
Yes
Confidence
High
Known issues
None
Workaround
Not needed
What works & limitations
- Java Edition (Windows/macOS/Linux) with full mod and shader support
- Bedrock Edition (Windows) with cross-play to Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and mobile
- Unlimited render distance (hardware-dependent)
- Realms and LAN multiplayer
- Resource packs, data packs, and community mods
- Java and Bedrock Editions are sold and installed separately and do not share saves by default
- Minimum spec: 4GB RAM and any GPU with OpenGL 4.4 support; recommended 8GB+ RAM for modded play
- Java Edition supports the widest range of community mods (e.g. Forge, Fabric)
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Data & storage
Download size
1000 MB
Offline play
Yes
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