EVERYTHING XIAOMI
Get listed

MCreator

MCreator is free, open-source software for creating Minecraft Java mods, Bedrock add-ons, resource packs, and data packs.

Place
#12 of 35
Score
6.3
MCreator's website

What MCreator is

MCreator is free, open-source software for creating Minecraft Java mods, Bedrock add-ons, resource packs, and data packs. Its visual interface lets users build many mod elements without programming knowledge, while an integrated code editor provides syntax highlighting, autocomplete, formatting, and breakpoint support. Asset tools include a texture editor, animation editor, mob animation wizard, and sound manager. A built-in testing environment and Java debugger support work on Minecraft client and server. MCreator Link connects hardware such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi with Minecraft through procedures, commands, and an API. Community plugins can add generator types, procedure blocks, AI tasks, and API support, though the maker warns that plugins—especially Java plugins—can be powerful and should not be downloaded from unknown sources. MCreator runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Internet access is required during setup to download dependencies. The desktop app collects anonymous usage data, which users can disable in modern versions. Support options include a knowledge base, wiki, user forum, and issue tracker. Its listed plan costs nothing, with donations voluntary.

Good

  • Visual creation supports many mod elements without coding
  • Includes code editing and debugging tools
  • Asset tools include texture and animation editors
  • Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux

Watch out

  • Internet access is needed during setup
  • Plugins can be powerful and require care
  • The desktop app collects anonymous usage data

Who it suits

MCreator suits Minecraft players, aspiring mod developers, educators, online classes, and STEM workshops. It can serve both visual creators and users who want an integrated code editor.

Verdict

MCreator combines visual creation, code editing, asset tools, and testing in free open-source software. Users should account for the internet requirement during setup and take care when choosing community plugins.

Plans and prices

From MCreator's own pricing page, checked 4 Oct 2026.

All about pricing
PlanPriceWhat it gives you
MCreatorFreeFree software; donations are voluntary

The facts

Each one read from MCreator's own pages, with the date it was checked.

What it does

Asset tools
MCreator includes tools such as a texture editor, animation editor, mob animation wizard, and sound manager.checked 4 Oct 2026
Code editor
The integrated code editor includes syntax highlighting, autocomplete, code formatting, and breakpoint support.checked 4 Oct 2026
Extensions
Community plugins can add generator types, procedure blocks, AI tasks, and API support.checked 4 Oct 2026
Integrations
MCreator Link connects hardware such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi with Minecraft through procedures, commands, and an API.checked 4 Oct 2026
Intended users
The maker describes MCreator as used by Minecraft players, aspiring mod developers, educators, online classes, and STEM workshops.checked 4 Oct 2026
No-code creation
Users can create many mod elements through a visual interface without programming knowledge.checked 4 Oct 2026
Plugin security
MCreator warns that plugins, especially Java plugins, can be powerful and advises against downloading them from unknown sources.checked 4 Oct 2026
Privacy
The privacy policy says the desktop app collects anonymous usage data and that users can disable analytics in modern versions.checked 4 Oct 2026
Support
Support options include a knowledge base, wiki, user forum, and issue tracker for bug reports.checked 4 Oct 2026
Testing
MCreator provides a built-in testing environment and Java debugger for Minecraft client and server.checked 4 Oct 2026
Website security
The privacy policy says the website is scanned regularly for security holes and known vulnerabilities.checked 4 Oct 2026
What it does
MCreator is open-source software for making Minecraft Java mods, Bedrock add-ons, resource packs, and data packs.checked 4 Oct 2026

Where it runs

Platform limitation
MCreator needs internet access to download dependencies during setup.checked 4 Oct 2026
Supported platforms
The installation page links instructions for Windows, macOS, and Linux.checked 4 Oct 2026

Alternatives to MCreator

All alternatives
  1. 1Blockbench logo

    Blockbench

    Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWebAPI
    8.1Free plan
  2. 2IntelliJ IDEA logo

    IntelliJ IDEA

    Free planAPIExtensionLinuxmacOS
    7.8Free plan
  3. 3Visual Studio Code logo

    Visual Studio Code

    Free planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
    7.4Free plan
  4. 4Fabric logo

    Fabric

    Free planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
    6.8Free plan
  5. 5

    Minecraft Development MCP Server

    Free planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
    6.6Free plan
  6. 6

    Quilt Loom

    Free planLinuxmacOSWindows
    6.6Free plan