Versions
Old or new.
Always the right Java.
Cove fetches the exact Java runtime each version needs, so you never have to install or update Java yourself.
1.8.91.12.21.16.51.20.11.21.xLatest
In development
Cove Client
The calm, fast launcher for Minecraft: Java Edition.
Pick a version and press Play. Cove sets up the game, the right Java, Fabric and a hand-picked performance pack, then keeps it all up to date.
How it works
From nothing to playing.
No installers to run, no mod versions to match, no Java to download. Three steps and you're in.
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Sign in with Microsoft
On Microsoft's own page, in your browser. Cove never sees your password.
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Pick a version
Old favourites like 1.8.9 or the newest release, with or without Fabric.
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Press Play
Cove downloads the game, the right Java and your mods, checks every file and launches.
Old or new.
Your stuff
Mods your way.
Nothing gets mixed up.
Every version gets its own folder for worlds, options and mods. Anything you add yourself stays exactly where you put it.
instances/
26.3-fabric/ mods saves options.txt
1.21.4-fabric/ mods saves options.txt
1.8.9/ saves options.txt
Your account stays yours.
Fake launchers have been used to steal Minecraft accounts, so here's exactly how Cove handles yours.
- Microsoft's own sign-in page You sign in on Microsoft's site, in your own browser. Cove never sees your password.
- Stays on your PC Your login is stored only on your computer, encrypted by Windows, and only sent to Microsoft, Xbox Live and Minecraft's own services.
- No Cove servers Cove has no servers of its own and doesn't collect your data.
- Official files, no cheats The game comes straight from Mojang and mods from Modrinth. The pack is performance and quality-of-life only.
FAQ
Good questions.
Is Cove free?
Yes. Cove is free to download and play.
Do I need to own Minecraft?
Yes. You sign in with the Microsoft account that owns Minecraft: Java Edition. Cove downloads the game from Mojang; it doesn't include it.
Can I use it on servers?
Cove has no cheats, and the pack only contains widely used performance and quality-of-life mods. Some servers have their own mod rules, so check theirs if you're unsure.
When can I download it?
Cove is in development and will be available here soon. It's being built for Windows first.
Download
Coming soon to Windows.
Cove is free. You'll need a copy of Minecraft: Java Edition to play.
Download coming soon