Minecraft Java Edition 1.12.2 is a specific version of the game, and downloading it can vary slightly depending on whether you already own the game or not. Here’s how you can download and play Minecraft Java Edition 1.12.2:
If You Already Own Minecraft Java Edition:
1. Open the Minecraft Launcher: If you have the Minecraft Launcher installed on your computer, open it. If you don’t have it installed, you can download it from the official Minecraft website (https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/download).2. Select “Installations”: In the launcher, click on the “Installations” tab at the top.
3. Create a New Profile: Click on the “New” button to create a new game profile.4. Select Version 1.12.2: In the “Version” dropdown menu, select “release 1.12.2.”
5. Name the Profile: Give your profile a name to easily identify it.
6. Save and Play: Click the “Create” button to save your new profile, and then click the green “Play” button to launch Minecraft 1.12.2.
If You Don’t Already Own Minecraft Java Edition:
If you don’t own Minecraft Java Edition, you will need to purchase it from the official Minecraft website.
Purchase Minecraft Java Edition: Visit the official Minecraft website (https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/store/minecraft-java-edition) and purchase Minecraft Java Edition.Download the Minecraft Launcher: After purchasing, download the Minecraft Launcher from the same website.
Log in: Launch the Minecraft Launcher, and log in with the Mojang account you used to purchase the game.
Install Minecraft 1.12.2: Follow the same steps mentioned above for users who already own the game to create a new profile and select version 1.12.2.
Play: Click the “Play” button to start playing Minecraft Java Edition 1.12.2.
Please note that Minecraft 1.12.2 is an older version, and Mojang continually updates the game. You won’t have access to the latest features and content available in newer versions if you choose to play 1.12.2.