Java Edition getting a big rendering upgrade with Vulkan, it was time for the system requirements to get adjusted.
Tom's Hardware on MSN
Minecraft system requirements raised for the first time in 17 years
The game is about to hit legal age, so it needs big-boy PC specs, too.
Technobaboy on MSN
Minecraft Java Edition now requires 16GB RAM for smoother play
Minecraft Java Edition now needs 16GB RAM and modern CPUs for stable play.
4GB RAM to 16GB – 17 years is how long it takes for Minecraft: Java Edition to raise its requirement
Minecraft: Java Edition is raising its minimum and recommended PC system requirements for the first time in 17 years as ...
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