Minecraft MCP Server
Control a Minecraft character in real-time through natural language. Enables AI assistants to build structures, explore, and interact with the game environment.
MCP Server
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Open source under Apache-2.0 license — free to use and modify
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MCP server allowing AI to control Minecraft character in real-time
What is Minecraft MCP Server? Features and use cases explained.
About Minecraft MCP Server
Minecraft MCP Server connects AI assistants directly to a running Minecraft Java Edition game. Install the server, configure your MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop), and start controlling a bot character with natural language. The bot can build structures, explore terrain, gather resources, and interact with the world autonomously. Powered by Mineflayer API and the Model Context Protocol, it supports Minecraft 1.21.11 and requires Node.js 20+. Best for developers and gamers who want to automate tasks or experiment with LLM-controlled agents inside Minecraft.
Use Cases
- ▸Construct large builds in survival or creative mode when describing them to an AI
- ▸Automate resource gathering and exploration while you focus on other tasks
- ▸Test AI-driven gameplay mechanics or mods in a sandbox environment
- ▸Create educational demos showing how AI can interact with virtual worlds
Features
- ✓Controls a Minecraft character in real-time using natural language commands
- ✓Builds complex structures and explores the world autonomously
- ✓Connects to any MCP-compatible AI assistant like Claude Desktop
- ✓Leverages Mineflayer API for comprehensive game interactions
- ✓Supports LAN worlds with configurable host, port, and bot username
FAQ
Does this work with any Minecraft version?▼
Currently the server supports Minecraft 1.21.11 (Java Edition). Newer versions may not work, but we will add support as soon as possible.
Can I use this on a multiplayer server instead of LAN?▼
The bot is designed to connect to LAN worlds opened from a singleplayer game. For dedicated servers, you may need to adjust the host and port configuration, but it's not officially supported yet.
How do I change the bot's username or behavior?▼
You can set the bot username via the `--username` argument in the MCP configuration. For custom behavior, you can extend the bot's capabilities by modifying the code or using additional MCP prompts.
How to install Minecraft MCP Server — setup guide and prerequisites.
Installation
Install Minecraft MCP Server to get started:
$git clone https://github.com/yuniko-software/minecraft-mcp-server.git
Or visit the project page for detailed setup instructions.
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