The minimalist, open-source Minecraft launcher for Linux and tinkerers.
Welcome! Hackerman Launcher is a lightweight, no-nonsense Minecraft launcher designed for Linux users who want a simple, offline-friendly alternative to the big-name launchers. If you want to manage accounts and versions without bloat, you’re in the right place.
- Offline account support: No Microsoft account? No problem.
- Choose your version: Instantly grab any official Minecraft version thanks to Mojang’s manifest.
- Simple config: Your accounts, versions, and settings are saved automatically.
- Open source: Tweak it, fork it, break it—your call!
Note: This launcher is for Linux. It might work elsewhere!
You’ll need Python 3, pip, and GTK+ 3 development files. Here’s how to get them:
Debian/Ubuntu:
sudo apt update
sudo apt install -y python3 python3-pip python3-gi gir1.2-gtk-3.0Arch/Manjaro:
sudo pacman -Syu
sudo pacman -S python python-pip python-gobject gtk-3python -m venv .venv
. .venv/bin/activatepip install minecraft-launcher-libpython launcher.pyHackerman Launcher stores all its data (accounts, downloads, configs, etc.) in:
~/.hackerman-launcher/
Hackerman Launcher's config in:
~/.config/hackerman-launcher
PRs, bug reports, and ideas are all welcome! Want to add features? Find a bug? Just want to say hi?
Open an issue or PR and let’s make Minecraft on Linux awesome together.
Q: Is this safe for my Mojang/Microsoft account?
A: This launcher currently only supports offline accounts. No credentials are sent anywhere.
Q: Can I use mods?
A: Of course!
Q: Will you support Windows/macOS?
A: Not yet.
MIT. Use Minecraft that way as you want.
Made by wcupped.
“You’re a real Minecraft player now.”

