Stolen Minecraft Versions Mojang Can’t TAKE DOWN…
TheMisterEpic
12 min, 59 sec
The video discusses various unauthorized Minecraft versions, highlighting their features and the challenges faced by Mojang in shutting them down.
Summary
- Minecraft is widely imitated with many ripoffs and pirated versions that are often buggy, but some are almost identical to the original game.
- Eaglercraft is a browser-based version of Minecraft that allows players to connect to Java Edition servers and enjoy the game for free.
- K Launcher and T Launcher are Russian cracked Minecraft launchers with large user bases and a history of shady practices.
- Cracked Minecraft clients are common in countries like Russia and are often required to play on certain servers, making them untouchable by Mojang.
Chapter 1
The video begins by addressing the widespread issue of Minecraft ripoffs and pirated versions.
- Minecraft is the most stolen game, with many ripoffs that are poorly made and unenjoyable.
- Some ripoffs are pirated versions that are almost identical to the original game and popular in certain countries.
- Mojang and Microsoft have attempted to eliminate these versions but have not always been successful.
Chapter 2
The video discusses Eaglercraft, a Minecraft version that runs in a browser and offers both single-player and multiplayer experiences.
- Eaglercraft mimics the original Minecraft.net webpage and offers free gameplay in a browser.
- It includes versions like Alpha 1.2.6, Beta 1.3, Minecraft 1.5.2, and 1.8.8, featuring patches and additional options like shaders.
- Players can join multiplayer servers, including cracked Java servers with plugins that support Eaglercraft.
Chapter 3
The video explores popular Eaglercraft servers, including Arch MC and Aspixel.net, which mimic Hypixel.
- Arch MC is a server with game modes like survival, bedwars, and SMP, often reaching hundreds of online players.
- Aspixel.net is an Eaglercraft server that is a Hypixel ripoff, featuring game modes like bedwars and SkyWars.
Chapter 4
The video highlights the difficulties Mojang faces in shutting down Eaglercraft due to DMCA takedown challenges.
- Eaglercraft has received over 140 DMCA takedown requests from Mojang but continues to function.
- The service is hosted in Eastern Europe where DMCA complaints are ignored, allowing it to continue gaining popularity.
Chapter 5
The video delves into K Launcher, another Russian cracked Minecraft launcher with questionable practices.
- K Launcher is a cracked client with features like custom skins, mods, and a premium account store.
- It has engaged in deceptive advertising and has been exposed for containing malicious files.
Chapter 6
The video addresses the history of T Launcher and TL Legacy, another set of cracked Minecraft clients.
- T Launcher is one of the most popular cracked Minecraft launchers and has a history of shady practices.
- TL Legacy, the original client before T Launcher, was forced to change its name and comply with DMCA requests in some regions.
Chapter 7
The video concludes by discussing the extensive use of cracked Minecraft clients across non-English speaking countries.
- Cracked clients are prevalent in countries with weaker piracy laws, and many servers require their own custom clients.
- The popularity of these clients shows the challenge Mojang faces in controlling the unauthorized distribution of Minecraft.