Cosmic Client
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| Fact | Cosmic Client | Minecraft Launcher |
|---|---|---|
| Account requirement | A Minecraft.net account is required to play. | Installing the Launcher from Minecraft.net on Windows still requires signing into the Microsoft Store with the account intended for the Launcher. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Publisher | The site footer identifies Cosmic Games ULC as the copyright holder. | The Minecraft site identifies Mojang AB as the copyright holder and Microsoft Corporation as the trademark holder. |
| Supported downloads | The home page offers Windows 64-bit, 32-bit, and 64-bit downloads and identifies the product as a PC game. | The downloads page lists Launcher options for Windows 10/11, Windows legacy, Mac, Arch-based Linux, Debian-based Linux, other Linux distributions, Raspberry Pi, Android, and iOS. |
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You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
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The Launcher suits PC players who want Java and Bedrock access, version downloads, profile management, and Quick Play shortcuts. The official page describes Java Edition as suited to players seeking mods and custom servers, and Bedrock as suited to cross-platform play.