Download Java version by Minecraft version Minecraft Version Java Version >= 1.20.5 21 1.17 - 1.20.4 17 <= 1.16 8 Java versions can be downloaded anywhere, but I recommend Adoptium’s Java releases. Image: adoptium.net homepage Head over to “Other platforms and versions” from the homepage and select the appropriate Java version depending on Minecraft version. Then, scroll down until you find your operating system. Choose the JRE (Java Runtime Environment) if you’re not planning to develop with Java.