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Ojasvi Mittal
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How to Install and Play Minecraft Using the Legacy Launcher on macOS (M1 Chip)
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Step 1: Download the Legacy Launcher
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If you haven’t already downloaded the legacy launcher, you can find it on various forums or repositories that host older versions of Minecraft. Make sure the source is reputable to avoid downloading malicious software.

Step 2: Install the Legacy Launcher
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  1. Locate the Downloaded File:

    • Find the downloaded .dmg or .zip file in your Downloads folder.

  2. Open the File:

    • If it’s a .dmg file, double-click to open it and then drag the Minecraft icon to the Applications folder.
    • If it’s a .zip file, double-click to unzip it and then drag the Minecraft folder or icon to the Applications folder.

Step 3: Run the Legacy Launcher
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  1. Open the Applications Folder:

    • Navigate to your Applications folder and locate the Minecraft launcher.

  2. Open the Launcher:

    • Double-click the Minecraft icon to open the launcher.
    • If you see a security prompt saying the application cannot be opened because it is from an unidentified developer, follow these steps:
      • Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy.
      • Click the Open Anyway button at the bottom of the General tab.

Step 4: Setting Up Minecraft for M1 Chip
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Since the legacy launcher might not be optimized for the M1 chip, it might be beneficial to run it using Rosetta 2 to ensure compatibility.

  1. Install Rosetta 2:

    • Open Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder.
    • Enter the following command and press Enter:
      /usr/sbin/softwareupdate --install-rosetta --agree-to-license

  2. Configure the Launcher to Use Rosetta:

    • Right-click (or Control-click) on the Minecraft launcher icon in the Applications folder.
    • Select Get Info.
    • Check the box that says Open using Rosetta.
    • Close the Info window.

Step 5: Launch Minecraft
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  1. Open the Legacy Launcher:

    • Double-click the Minecraft icon again to open the launcher.
    • If it opens successfully, you should see the main menu of the launcher.

  2. Log In or Create an Account:

    • If required, log in with your Minecraft account credentials or create a new account if necessary.

  3. Start the Game:

    • Click the Play button to start the game.
    • Choose Singleplayer to create a new world or Multiplayer to join an existing server.

Step 6: Adjust Game Settings for Better Performance
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Since the legacy version might not be optimized for newer hardware, you may need to tweak some settings to get the best performance:

  1. Open Minecraft Settings:

    • Once the game is running, go to the Options menu.

  2. Adjust Video Settings:

    • Lower the render distance.
    • Turn off fancy graphics.
    • Set the graphics to Fast instead of Fancy.
    • Disable smooth lighting.

  3. Save and Play:

    • Apply the settings and return to your game.

Troubleshooting
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  • Launcher Crashes or Won’t Open:

    • Ensure you have the latest version of Java installed on your Mac. Download it from the official Java website.
    • Check for any updates to the legacy launcher or try a different version if available.

  • Performance Issues:

    • Close other applications running on your Mac to free up resources.
    • Allocate more RAM to Minecraft through the launcher settings if possible.

By following these steps, you should be able to install and play Minecraft using the legacy launcher on a macOS system with an M1 chip. Enjoy your game!