Join modded servers without worrying about installing Java, Forge, or other mods.
We'll handle that for you.
Citycraft Launcher is a custom Minecraft launcher designed to streamline access to modded servers. It eliminates the need for manual Java or Forge installations, handling all setup processes automatically.
Key Features:
Automatic Java validation and installation, ensuring compatibility without prior setup.
Full account management with secure credential handling directly through Mojang.
Efficient asset management that validates and updates files before launching.
Automatic launcher updates to ensure users always have the latest features and improvements.
Audience & Benefit:
Ideal for Minecraft players seeking modded server experiences, Citycraft Launcher simplifies the process by automating technical requirements. Users can focus on gameplay without managing complex installations or updates.
Available via winget for easy installation, Citycraft Launcher offers a seamless and user-friendly experience tailored to enhance the modded Minecraft experience.
README
Helios Launcher
(formerly Electron Launcher)
Join modded servers without worrying about installing Java, Forge, or other mods. We'll handle that for you.
Features
π Full account management.
Add multiple accounts and easily switch between them.
Credentials are never stored and transmitted directly to Mojang.
π Efficient asset management.
Receive client updates as soon as we release them.
Files are validated before launch. Corrupt or incorrect files will be redownloaded.
β Automatic Java validation.
If you have an incompatible version of Java installed, we'll install the right one for you.
You do not need to have Java installed to run the launcher.
π° News feed natively built into the launcher.
βοΈ Intuitive settings management, including a Java control panel.
Supports all of our servers.
Switch between server configurations with ease.
View the player count of the selected server.
Automatic updates. That's right, the launcher updates itself.
View the status of Mojang's services.
This is not an exhaustive list. Download and install the launcher to gauge all it can do!
If you download from the Releases tab, select the installer for your system.
Platform
File
Windows x64
helioslauncher-setup-VERSION.exe
macOS
helioslauncher-VERSION.dmg
Linux x64
helioslauncher-VERSION-x86_64.AppImage
Console
To open the console, use the following keybind.
ctrl + shift + i
Ensure that you have the console tab selected. Do not paste anything into the console unless you are 100% sure of what it will do. Pasting the wrong thing can expose sensitive information.
Export Output to a File
If you want to export the console output, simply right click anywhere on the console and click Save as..
Note that you cannot open the DevTools window while using this debug configuration. Chromium only allows one debugger, opening another will crash the program.
Note on Third-Party Usage
You may use this software in your own project so long as the following conditions are met.
Credit is expressly given to the original authors (Daniel Scalzi).
Include a link to the original source on the launcher's About page.
Credit the authors and provide a link to the original source in any publications or download pages.
The source code remain public as a fork of this repository.
We reserve the right to update these conditions at any time, please check back periodically.