Minecraft: Java Edition mods — How to prepare & what you need (Image credit: Windows Central) Mods in Minecraft: Java Edition can massively expand the possibilities of play.

As a free and open-source application for Java edition, there are hardly any reasons not to use Minecraft Forge - many mods even require this mod loader to operate.

Visit the official website for the mod, optifine.net to access the download that will be used in-game. It's important to keep in mind that OptiFine is only available for Minecraft Java Edition, so ...

Minecraft players can customize their games using a plethora of add-ons or mods, depending on which version they’re playing. Players on Bedrock Edition will primarily use add-ons, which can be ...

Just note that mods and resource packs only work with the "Java Edition" of "Minecraft," available for Mac, Windows, and Linux computers.