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Minetest for Windows

  • Free
  • In English
  • V5.8.0
  • 4.3
  • (1972)

Build your own world

Minetest is a fun building game developed by Celeron55, which lets you unleash your imagination by building whatever you have in mind. Use the unlimited amount of building blocks to your heart's content. It is similar to Minecraft but has its own unique set of features that you will love.

Limitless creations

There is no need to worry about running out of materials to build. This game will allow you to continue constructing mansions, forts, and any other architecture you want without any time limit. Just like in Minecraft, there are various crafting tools and materials you can use like ores and pickaxes. When you first start, the game will take you to an empty open field that is either covered in a thick blanket of snow or dry sand with a few weeds scattered around. From here you can start cultivating your land and transform it into a beautiful landscape. I started planting out greens when I stumbled upon a lifeless desert. I made the land into a beautiful and lively garden. The end results are satisfying. It is up to you if you want to do the same. Just to give you a few ideas, you can also turn the whole area into a farming ground with your own humble hut and vegetable garden. However, unlike in Minecraft, there are no animals in this game so you cannot keep pets as company. The bright side is that there are no monsters and zombies lurking around as well. You can keep on building and building without ever having to worry about hiding from threats and being attacked. The lack of such thrills may be a downer but it is what makes this game really relaxing to play. You will have more time to think and properly construct your house with the pressure of a time limit. There is no reason to fear sundown because no monsters will come around to pay you a visit. Minetest is a really good game if your main focus is to build, explore, and push your creative side to its limit. 

Building with others

Things can get lonely when you are exploring the world and constructing all alone. If you start craving for company, you can select the game’s multiplayer mode where you can start crafting with a fellow player. A helping hand is always welcome, after all. You can now finish building your crafts faster. It is also a good way to bond with your friends. 

Nice game graphics

The blocks in Minetest have really smooth texture packs. Some are uniquely available only in this game and not in other building games like Minecraft. The gameplay is smooth, which makes building easy and fast. It also has bright and vibrant tones that can brighten up your screen. The colors make it an enjoyable game because it brings shine to your creations. The wonderful game design also makes it appealing for kids. 

Worth your time

Minetest is a very addicting game that can be used both for educational purposes or to simply pass the time. It is also the best game to channel your creativity. I find that building, creating, and even destroying some of my creations to be an effective stress reliever. 

  • Pros

    • Multiplayer mode
    • Impressive game graphics
    • Bright and vibrant color schemes
    • Relaxing
  • Cons

    • Multiplayer interactions causes glitches
    • No animals
    • Repetitive gameplay
    • Limited interactions to in-game elements
 0/4

App specs

  • License

    Free

  • Version

    5.8.0
  • Latest update

  • Platform

    Windows

    Other platforms (1)
  • OS

    Windows XP

  • Language

    English

  • Downloads

    33.1K

    Last month's downloads

    • 224
  • Size

    15.89 MB

  • Developer

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Minetest for PC

  • Free
  • In English
  • V5.8.0
  • 4.3
  • (1972)

User reviews about Minetest

by RISHAAN PANDITA

because it is fun and any it is a game who ever made it i want to try it

by Nicolas Yarascavitch

beause you can download this game at school

by Anonymous

Its close enough for free... great for a parent.. A great alternative to Minecraft, and its free. Set up your own server, have multiple accounts, install custom modifications and map generators, just beware the community that supports it is filled with IT/code snobs. The best application for Minetest that I have found is in the scenario that you want to create your own server, with multiple accounts to manage your kids online experience - without the $25 US price-tag per account that Minecraft requires. I don't know anything about computer coding, and can barely get linux to install on a pc, but I can easily install mods, run the server and manage permissions. I even was able to change the difficulty level for my kids.I am told minetest/minecraft are great opportunities to learn bits of code and programming basics, and I can see a lot of fun/educational potential for the "block-world" game genre.

by Anonymous

awesome. it is awesome and more thing's then minecraft and better stuf Pros: better Cons: better thing's

by Anonymous

it is the best world that you can make. it is an awsome world in which your imagsnation can go up high in the skies Pros: everything Cons: that there are tunnels directly on the surface so be careful

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