Previously, Minecraft was distributed purely as JavaScript software. Minecraft for Linux: JavaScript or Dedicated Installer? Want to take Steve on some new adventures on your Linux PC? Here's how to install Minecraft on Linux. If that isn't suitable, you can still install the Java Edition on lower spec computers. This means you can run the full version of Minecraft on Linux, with a dedicated installer suited to your distro. Minecraft is the biggest game in the world, with a massive following. It's available on almost every platform, from mobile to desktop.