Minecraft raises minimum system requirements for the first time in 17 years. Will your PC be able to run the open-world game?

Minecraft has updated the minimum and recommended system requirements for its Java Edition for the first time in 17 years, ...
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Minecraft Java Edition raises RAM requirement to 16GB

Mojang has raised Minecraft Java Edition’s minimum RAM to 8GB and now recommends 16GB for smooth 1080p gameplay.
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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 Microsoft prepares the game for future Vulkan-based improvements, though older ...
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Minecraft Java gets its first system requirement update in 17 years

Minecraft Java came out way back in 2009, and it’s officially had its first major system update, meaning you’ll need to check the minimum and recommended system requirements before playing.