Prism Launcher manages Minecraft instances, accounts, and mods, including modpack installation and updates.

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About Prism Launcher

Prism Launcher is a Minecraft launcher for managing multiple instances, accounts and mods. It can install and update modpacks and individual mods through Modrinth and CurseForge, with each instance keeping its own settings, mods and configurations.

It is built with the Qt toolkit to use few system resources, supports menu customization and custom themes, and is available for Windows, macOS and Linux. The project publishes its source code on GitHub under GPL-3 and provides community discussion on Discord and Matrix.

Key features

  • Manage multiple Minecraft instances with separate settings and configurations
  • Manage multiple Minecraft accounts in one launcher
  • Install and update modpacks without manual installation
  • Install and update individual mods via Modrinth and CurseForge
  • Customize menus and apply custom themes
  • Runs with low system resources using Qt toolkit
Best for: Minecraft players who use multiple instances, modpacks, or mods and want separate setups.
Good for
  • Source code available on GitHub under GPL-3
  • Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Works directly with Modrinth and CurseForge for mods

Prism Launcher at a glance

Type
Website
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Prism Launcher FAQ

Which operating systems can I install Prism Launcher on?
Windows, macOS, and Linux. The Download page has more information and community packages.
How does Prism Launcher handle modpacks and mods?
It can install and update modpacks, and install or update individual mods through Modrinth and CurseForge.
Can I use separate Minecraft setups?
Yes. You can create multiple instances, each with its own settings, mods, and configurations.
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