Mcreator

MCreator helps create Minecraft Java mods, Bedrock add-ons, resource packs, and data packs through a visual interface or code editor.

github.com/MCreator/MCreator
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About Mcreator

MCreator is an open-source tool for creating Minecraft Java Edition mods, Bedrock Edition add-ons, resource packs, and data packs. It offers a visual, easy-to-learn interface alongside an integrated code editor, so projects can be built without hand-writing all of the code. The project is used by Minecraft players, aspiring mod developers, and in education, online classes, and STEM workshops.

This GitHub repository is intended for people who want to contribute to MCreator's development rather than for end users. Binary downloads, community forums, a knowledge base, and support are hosted on mcreator.net, and a version is also distributed through the Microsoft Store as a donation to the project, which includes automatic updates. MCreator is licensed under GPL-3.0 with stated exceptions, is a trademark of Pylo, and is not an official Minecraft product or associated with Mojang or Microsoft.

Key features

  • Visual interface for building Minecraft Java Edition mods
  • Creates Bedrock Edition add-ons, resource packs, and data packs
  • Integrated code editor for working at code level
  • Gradle-based build system with runMCreator task for testing
  • Community translation effort via translate.mcreator.net
  • Microsoft Store distribution with automatic updates
Best for: Minecraft players, aspiring mod developers, and educators who want to build mods, add-ons, resource packs, or data packs through a visual interface or code editor.
Good for
  • Open source under GPL-3.0 with exceptions noted in section 7
  • Supports Java Edition mods, Bedrock add-ons, resource packs, and data packs
  • Used in education, online classes, and STEM workshops
Watch out for
  • This repository page is for contributors; downloads and support are on mcreator.net
  • Contributors must sign the MCreator CLA before code can be used
  • Custom distributions may not use the Pylo or MCreator trademark name or logo

Mcreator at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Mcreator FAQ

How do I download MCreator?
Binary distributions are available at mcreator.net/download, and a version can also be obtained from the Microsoft Store as a donation to the project with automatic updates.
Is MCreator an official Minecraft product?
No. The project states it is not an official Minecraft product and is not approved by or associated with Mojang or Microsoft.
What license does MCreator use?
It is licensed under GPL-3.0 with exceptions implemented as specified in section 7 of that license, unless stated otherwise in individual source or project files.
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