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Portable AppImage that runs on Ubuntu, Fedora, Arch, Debian, and most modern Linux distributions.
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Linux
Most distributions supported
SKlauncher on Linux is distributed as a portable AppImage. No installation, no package manager, no root access required. Drop it anywhere, mark it executable, and run it. It works on Ubuntu, Fedora, Arch, Debian, Linux Mint, openSUSE, and most other modern distributions running glibc 2.28 or newer.
System requirements
What your machine needs to run SKlauncher on Linux.
Operating system
Ubuntu 20.04+, Fedora 34+, Arch (rolling), Debian 11+, or any modern distro with glibc 2.28+
Processor
64-bit x86 processor (Intel or AMD)
Memory
4 GB minimum, 8 GB recommended for modded play
Storage
Around 118 MB for the launcher, plus space for Minecraft and any modpacks
- No system-wide install. The AppImage is fully self-contained.
- Bundles its own Java runtime per Minecraft version. No system Java required.
- Works fully offline once downloaded for singleplayer and LAN.
Installation guide
Step-by-step setup for SKlauncher on Linux.
- 1
Download the .AppImage using the button above.
- 2
Make it executable. In the terminal: chmod +x sklauncher-*.AppImage. Or right-click the file and check "Allow executing as program" in your file manager.
- 3
Run the AppImage by double-clicking it, or from the terminal with ./sklauncher-*.AppImage.
- 4
Optionally integrate with your application menu using a tool like AppImageLauncher.
- 5
Sign in with your Microsoft account, or use offline mode for singleplayer and LAN play.
Frequently asked questions
Linux-specific answers about SKlauncher.
Which Linux distributions are supported?
The AppImage runs on any modern distribution with glibc 2.28 or newer. That includes Ubuntu 20.04+, Fedora 34+, Arch (rolling), Debian 11+, Linux Mint 20+, openSUSE Leap 15.3+, and more. Older distros may work but are not officially tested.
Do I need to install Java on Linux?
No. The AppImage bundles the correct Java runtime per Minecraft version. You do not need OpenJDK or Oracle Java installed on your system.
How do I integrate SKlauncher with my application menu?
Use a helper like AppImageLauncher or AppImaged, which auto-register AppImages with your desktop environment. Manual integration is also possible by creating a .desktop file in ~/.local/share/applications/.
Will SKlauncher work on Steam Deck?
Yes. The AppImage runs in Desktop Mode on SteamOS. You can add it to Steam as a non-Steam game to launch from Game Mode as well. Performance is good but you may want to manage RAM allocation per instance for heavy modpacks.
Is there a Flatpak or Snap version?
Not at the moment. The AppImage covers most use cases without additional packaging overhead. We may publish a Flatpak in the future based on community demand.
Looking for another platform?
SKlauncher is also available for the platforms below.