MCreator is a software used to make Minecraft Java Edition mods, Minecraft Bedrock Edition Add-Ons, and data packs using an intuitive easy-to-learn interface or with an integrated code editor.
Publisher’s description
What is MCreator?
MCreator by Pylo is open-source Windows software in the launchers & mods category. It ranks 37th by popularity among launchers & mods in this catalogue. It is written in Java.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2025.1.13416, released on March 27, 2025. The version history goes back to July 22, 2021: 23 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 6.3 releases a year. The last update is more than a year old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (MCreator/MCreator) has 1,213 stars. Similar programs include Vortex, LOOT and Mod Organizer.
Project description on GitHub: “MCreator is an open-source software used to make Minecraft Java Edition mods, Minecraft Bedrock Edition Add-Ons, resource packs, and data packs using an intuitive easy-to-learn interface or with an integrated code editor. It is used worldwide by Minecraft players, aspiring mod developers, for education, online classes, and STEM workshops.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 6.3 a year)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: MCreator is an open-source launchers & mod tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is MCreator safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
68A7097CF28AB9F535952FA7DCA8CD6B140356481BDBCEFF722CE73C6F29E034· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 23 versions ›23 versions over 4 years · about 6.3 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025.1.13416Latest | March 27, 2025 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2024.4.52410 | December 26, 2024 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2024.3.42716 | October 20, 2024 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2023.3.36712 | September 3, 2023 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2023.3.35319 | August 30, 2023 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2023.1.10610 | March 11, 2023 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2023.1.10219 | March 7, 2023 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2023.1.09612 | March 4, 2023 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id MCreator.MCreator -eMCreator.2025.1.Windows.64bit.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask mcreatorInformation
- Publisher
- Pylo
- Category
- Launchers & mods
- Licence
- GPL-3.0 License
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/MCreator/MCreator
- Written in
- Java
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 2025.1.13416
- Released
- March 27, 2025
- Added to the catalogue
- July 22, 2021
- Versions listed
- 23
- Updates / year
- 6.3
- GitHub stars
- 1,213
- GitHub forks
- 202
- Website
- mcreator.net
- winget ID
- MCreator.MCreator
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is MCreator free?
Yes. MCreator is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 License licence.
Is MCreator safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install MCreator with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can MCreator be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does MCreator run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of MCreator?
The versions page lists all 23 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 22, 2021.
What are alternatives to MCreator?
Vortex, LOOT, Mod Organizer, SteamCleaner and Achievement Watcher. The alternatives page compares them.
