🎮 Hytale F2P Launcher 🚀

💻 Cross-Platform Multiplayer 🖥️

Available for Windows 🪟, macOS 🍎, and Linux 🐧

An unofficial cross-platform launcher for Hytale with automatic updates and multiplayer support!

⭐ If you find this project useful, please give it a STAR! ⭐

⚠️ READ QUICK START before Downloading & Installing the Launcher! ⚠️

🛑 Found a problem? Join the Discord and Select #Open-A-Ticket!: https://discord.gg/gME8rUy3MB 🛑

👍 If you like the project, feel free to support us via Buy Me a Coffee! ☕
Any support is appreciated and helps keep the project going.

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📸 Screenshots

View Gallery

Featured Servers 🆕	Settings Page ⚙️
Downloadable Mods from CurseForge 🛠️	My Mods Menu 🔧
In-Game Screenshot - Spawn Point 🎮	In-Game Screenshot - Gameplay Terrain 🌳

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✨ Features

🎯 Core Features

• 🔄 Automatic Updates - Smart version checking and seamless game updates
• 💾 Data Preservation - Intelligent UserData backup and restoration during updates
• 🌐 Cross-Platform - Full support for Windows x64, Linux x64 (X11/Wayland, SteamDeck), and macOS Silicon
• ☕ Java Management - Automatic Java runtime detection and installation
• 🎮 Multiplayer Support - Automatic multiplayer client installation (Windows, macOS & Linux !)

🛡️ Advanced Features

• 📁 Custom Installation - Choose your own installation directory
• 🔍 Smart Detection - Automatic game and dependency detection
• 🗂️ Mod Support - Built-in mod management system
• 📰 News Feed - Stay updated with the latest Hytale news
• 🎨 Modern UI - Clean, responsive interface with dark theme

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🚀 Quick Start

🖥️ System Requirements

🎮 Hytale Hardware Requirements

Important

Hytale is designed to be accessible while scaling for high-end performance. Below are the official system requirements for the Early Access release.

Component	🥉 Minimum (1080p @ 30 FPS)	🥈 Recommended (1080p @ 60 FPS)	🥇 Best (1440p @ 60 FPS)
🖥️ OS	Windows 10/11 (64-bit X64) | Linux (x64) | macOS (ARM64/Apple Silicon) ⚠️ Note: ARM64 (Windows & Linux), macOS (x86/Intel) are not supported! ⚠️
⚙️ CPU	Intel i5-7500 / Ryzen 3 1200 / Apple M1	Intel i5-10400 / Ryzen 5 3600 / Apple M2	Intel i7-10700K / Ryzen 9 3800X / Apple M3
🧠 RAM	8GB (dGPU) / 12GB (iGPU)1	16 GB	32 GB
🎮 GPU	GTX 900 / RX 400 / UHD 620	GTX 1060 / RX 580 / Iris Xe	RTX 30 Series / RX 7000 Series
💾 Storage	20 GB (SATA SSD)	20 GB (NVMe SSD)	50 GB+ (NVMe SSD)
🌐 Network	2 Mbit/s	8 Mbit/s	10+ Mbit/s

^{Note 1} Using Discrete/Dedicated GPU (dGPU) must have 8 GB RAM minimum, while using Integrated GPU (iGPU) must have 12 GB RAM.

Warning

Our launcher has not yet supported Offline Mode (playing Hytale without internet). We will surely add the feature as soon as possible. Kindly wait for the update.

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🪟 Windows Prequisites

• Java JDK 25:
  • Oracle
  • Adoptium
  • Microsoft, has Windows ARM64 support in version 25.
• Latest Visual Studio Redist:
  • Download via Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable
  • Or All-in-One by Techpowerup

🐧 Linux Prequisites

• Make sure you have already installed newest GPU driver especially proprietary NVIDIA, consult your distro docs or wiki.
  • Also make sure that your GPU can be connected to EGL, try checking it first (again, consult your distro docs or wiki) before installing Hytale game via our launcher.
• Install libpng package to avoid SDL3_Image error:
  • libpng16-16 libpng-dev for Ubuntu/Debian-based Distro
  • libpng libpng-devel for Fedora/RHEL-based Distro
  • libpng for Arch-based Distro

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📥 Installation

🪟 Windows Installation

1. Prerequisites: Ensure you have installed all Windows Prerequisites listed above.
2. Download: Get the latest Hytale-F2P-Launcher.exe from the Releases page.
3. SmartScreen Note: Since the executable is currently unsigned, Windows may show a "Windows protected your PC" popup.
   • Click More info, then click Run anyway.
4. Launch: Once installed, you can launch the app directly from your Desktop or the Start menu.
5. Whitelist in Windows Firewall #192
   • Open the Windows Start Menu and search for Allow an app through Windows Firewall
   • Click "Change settings" (you may need Admin privileges) and Locate HytaleClient.exe in the list.
   • Ensure both the Private and Public checkboxes are checked. Click OK to save.

🐧 Linux Installation

1. Prerequisites: Ensure you have installed all Linux Prerequisites above.
2. Download: Choose the package that fits your distribution from the Releases page:
   • Universal: .AppImage
   • Arch Linux: .pkg.tar.zst
   • Fedora/RHEL/openSUSE: .rpm
   • Debian/Ubuntu: .deb
3. Permissions & Execution:
   • AppImage: Make the file executable and run it:

     chmod +x hytale-f2p-launcher.AppImage
     ./hytale-f2p-launcher.AppImage
     

   • Ubuntu/Debian-based or Fedora/RHEL-based: Install the DEB/RPM:

     # Fedora/RHEL-based
     sudo dnf install hytale-f2p-launcher.rpm
     # Debian/Ubuntu
     sudo apt install -y libasound2 libpng16-16 libpng-dev libicu76 # Not needed in v2.2.0+
     sudo dpkg -i hytale-f2p-launcher.deb
     

   • Arch Linux (pacman): Install the package using:

     # Stable Build
     sudo pacman -U hytale-f2p-launcher.pkg.tar.zst
     # Development Build
     yay -S hytale-f2p-git # or
     paru -S hytale-f2p-git
     # Manual Build
     git clone https://aur.archlinux.org/hytale-f2p-git.git
     cd hytale-f2p-git
     makepkg -si
     

Note

Make sure to adjust the filename correctly with the version and the architecture type. TIP: Use cd command to the package location.

🍎 macOS Installation

Note

Apple Silicon Users: If you are on an M1, M2, or M3 Mac, you may be prompted to install Rosetta 2 the first time you run the launcher. This is normal and required for compatibility.

1. Download: Get the latest .dmg file from the Releases page.
2. Mount: Double-click the .dmg file to open it.
3. Install: Drag the Hytale F2P Launcher icon into your Applications folder.
4. First Run: If macOS prevents the app from opening because it is from an "unidentified developer":
   • Open System Settings > Privacy & Security.
   • Scroll down to the Security section.
   • Look for the message regarding "Hytale F2P Launcher" and click Open Anyway.
   • Authenticate with your password and click Open.

Advanced macOS: Manual Installation (.zip)

The .zip version is useful for users who prefer a portable installation or need to bypass specific permission issues.

1. Extract: Download and unzip the file to your desired location (e.g., ~/Applications).
2. Remove Quarantine: macOS often "quarantines" apps downloaded via browser. If the app won't open, open Terminal and run:

   xattr -rd com.apple.quarantine /path/to/Hytale-F2P-Launcher.app
   

Tip

Type the first part of the command, then drag the app icon into the Terminal window to auto-fill the path.

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📢 How to Host a Server

🌐 Host your Singleplayer Server (Online-Play Feature)

Note

You have to play the game to host the server. See Dedicated Server section below if you want to host it without you playing as the host.

1. Open your Singleplayer World
2. Pause the game (Esc) > select Online Play > Turn on Allow Other Players to Join > Set password if needed > Press Save.
3. Check the status Connected via UPnP.
4. If your friends can't connect to your hosted Online-Play feature, please follow Local Dedicated Server tutorial.

🖧 Host a Dedicated Server

Note

If you already have the patched HytaleServer.jar in HytaleF2P/{release/pre-release}/package/game/latest/Server, you can use it to host local dedicated server. Put the .bat/.sh script from our Discord server inside your .../latest/Server folder.

Tip

Use services like Playit.gg, Tailscale, Radmin VPN to share UDP connection if setting up router as an admin is not possible.

Warning

Hytale-F2P-Server.rar file is needed to set up a server on non-playing hardware (such as VPS/server hosting). Additional: Linux ARM64 is supported for server only, not client.

Important

See detailed information of setting up a server here: SERVER.md. Download the latest patched JAR, the patched RAR, or the SH/BAT scripts from channel #open-public-server in our Discord Server.

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🔧 Troubleshooting

See TROUBLESHOOTING.md for detailed Troubleshooting guide.

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🔨 Building from Source

See BUILD.md for comprehensive build instructions.

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📋 Changelog

🆕 v2.2.0

• 🔃 Game Patches Auto-Update Improvement: No need to install 1.5GB for every updates! Game updates now reduced to almost ~90% (Hytale Game Update 3 to 4 only take ~150MB).
• 🩹 Improved Patch System Pre-Release JAR: In previous version, only Release JAR could be patched. Now it also can be used for Pre-Release JAR!
• 🔗 Fix Mods Manager Issue: Mods now can be downloaded seamlessly from the launcher, use Profiles to install your preferred mod. It will also automatically copy from selected Profile/<profilename> to the Mods folder.
• 💾 New User Data Location: UserData Migration to Centralized Location. User data now preserves in HytaleSaves located beside HytaleF2P folder.
• 🎮 SteamDeck and Ubuntu/Debian-based Library Fix: Replace bundled libzstd.so with system version to fix glibc 2.41+ crash.
• 🍎 Launcher auto-update Improvement for macOS: Fix auto-install fails on unsigned app. Added option to download the new launcher version on Github website.
• 🌎 New Translations: Added France 🇲🇫, German 🇩🇪, Indonesian 🇮🇩, Russia 🇷🇺, and Swedish 🇸🇪 translations to the launcher.
• 🔐 Fixes Tar Vulnerability: Updates tar from version 6.2.1 to 7.5.7 for vulnerability issue.
• ⚙️ Improved Settings Pane UI: Settings are now shown in two columns instead of one. No more doom scrolling just to change your language.
• ⭐ Added Features Servers: Don't know which one to play? Join our Featured Servers!
• 💬 Removed Chat Pane and Add Discord Feature: Useless chat feature, we got Discord. Join it, NOW. Also added Discord RPC features to Github and our Discord Server. SHOW OFF TO YOUR FRIENDS.
• 🔍 Investigation on Avatar Not Saving Bug: We are currently investigating this issue.

Click here to see older Changelogs

🔄 v2.1.1

• 🛠️ Fix Bug EPERM: EPERM or Error Permission in creating/removing process in reinstalling is now fixed.
• 🅰️ Adds .pkg.tar.zst Build for Arch Users: This Arch-package has been needed since the first release.
• ❎ Removes .pacman Build for Arch: Based on the established conventions within the Arch Linux community, the file extension .pacman should not be used for package files.
• 🌎 New Translation: New Polish 🇵🇱 Translation added to the Launcher.

🔄 v2.1.0

• 🚨 Auto-Retry Downloads and Auto-Patch Files —
• ⚡ Hardware Acceleration —
• 🔎 Browse CurseForge Mods — Browsing mods now easier with our dedicated CurseForge API Key.
• 🌎 Fixes and Release New Translation — Fixed 🇪🇸 🇧🇷 and added more translation for current build. Turkish 🇹🇷 language now added.

🔄 v2.0.2b (Minor Update: Performance & Utilities)

• 🌎 Language Translation — A big welcome for Spanish 🇪🇸 and Portuguese (Brazil) 🇧🇷 players! Language setting can be found in the bottom part of Settings pane.
• 💻 Laptop/Hybrid GPU Performance Issue Fix — Added automatic GPU detection system and options to choose which GPU will be used for the game, specifically for Linux users.
• 👨‍💻 In-App Logging — Reporting bugs and issues to Github Issues tab or Open A Ticket channel in our Discord Server has been made easier for players, no more finding logs file manually.
• 🛠️ Repair Button — Your game's broken? One button will fix them, go to Settings pane to Repair your game in one-click, without losing any data. If doing so did not fix your issue, please report it to us immediately!
• 🐛 Fixed Bugs — Fixed issue #84 where mods disappearing when game starts in previous launcher (v2.0.2a).

🔄 v2.0.2a (Minor Update)

• 🧑‍🚀 Profiles System — Added proper profile management: create, switch, and delete profiles. Each profile now has its own isolated mod list.
• 🔒 Mod Isolation — Fixed ModManager so mods are strictly scoped to the active profile. Browsing and installing now only affects the selected profile.
• 🚨 Critical Path Fix — Resolved a macOS bug where mods were being saved to a Windows path (~/AppData/Local) instead of ~/Library/Application Support.
• 🛡️ Stability Improvements — Added an auto-sync step before every launch to ensure the physical mods folder always matches the active profile.
• 🎨 UI Enhancements — Added a profile selector dropdown and a profile management modal.

🔄 v2.0.2

• 🎮 Discord RPC Integration - Added Discord Rich Presence with toggle in settings (enabled by default)
• 🌐 Cross-Platform Multiplayer - Added multiplayer patch support for Windows, Linux, and macOS
• 🎨 Chat Improvements - Simplified chat color system
• 🏆 Badge System Expansion - Added new FOUNDER UUID to the badge system
• 🔧 Progress Bar Fix - Resolved issue where download progress bar stayed active after game launch
• 🐛 Bug Fixes: General fixes

🔄 v2.0.1

• 📊 Advanced Logging System - Complete logging with timestamps, file rotation, and session tracking
• 🔧 Play Button Fix - Resolved issue where play button could get stuck in "CHECKING..." state
• 💬 Discord Integration - Added closable Discord notification for community engagement
• 📁 Game Location Access - New "Open Game Location" button in settings for easy file access
• 🎯 UI Polish - Removed bounce animation from player counter for smoother experience
• 🛡️ Stability Improvements - Enhanced error handling and process lifecycle management
• ⚡ Performance Optimizations - Faster startup times and better resource management
• 🔄 Timeout Protection - Added safety timeouts to prevent launcher freezing

🔄 v2.0.0

• ✅ Automatic Game Update System - Smart version checking and seamless updates
• ✅ Partial Automatic Launcher Update System - This will inform you when I release a new update.
• 🛡️ UserData Preservation - Intelligent backup/restore of game saves during updates
• 🐧 Enhanced Linux Support - Full Wayland and X11 compatibility
• 🔄 Multiplayer Auto-Install - Automatic multiplayer client setup on updates (Windows)
• 📡 API Integration - Real-time version checking and client management
• 🎨 UI Improvements - Added contributor credits footer
• 🔄 Complete Launcher Overhaul - Total redesign of the launcher architecture and interface
• 🗂️ Integrated Mod Manager - Built-in mod installation, management
• 💬 Community Chat System - Real-time chat for launcher users to connect and communicate

🔧 v1.0.1

• 📁 Custom Installation - Choose installation directory with file browser
• 🏠 Always on Top - Launcher stays visible during installation
• 🧠 Smart Detection - Automatic game detection and UI adaptation
• 🗑️ Uninstall Feature - Easy game removal with one click
• 🔄 Dynamic UI - "INSTALL" vs "PLAY" button based on game state
• 🛠️ Path Management - Proper custom directory handling
• 💫 UI Polish - Improved layout and overflow prevention

🎉 v1.0.0 (Initial Release)

• 🎮 Offline Gameplay - Play Hytale without internet connection
• ⚡ Auto Installation - One-click game setup
• ☕ Java Management - Automatic Java runtime handling
• 🎨 Modern Interface - Clean, intuitive design
• 🌟 First Release - Core launcher functionality

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👥 Contributors

Made with ❤️ by the community

🏆 Project Creator

• @amiayweb - Lead Developer & Project Creator
• @Relyz1993 - Server Helper & Second Developer & Project Creator

🌟 Main Contributors

• @sanasol - Main Issues fixer | Multiplayer Patcher
• @Terromur - Main Issues fixer | Beta tester
• @fazrigading - Main Issues fixer | Beta tester | Github Release Maintainer
• @ericiskoolbeans - Beta Tester
• @chasem-dev - Issues fixer
• @Rahul-Sahani04 - Issues fixer
• @xSamiVS - Issues fixer | Language Translator

🎟️ Fresh Contributors

• @GreenKod - Code refractor
• @Citeli-py - Linux fix & packages version in early release
• @crimera - Generate new UUID for new username string feature
• @letha11 - CSS filename typo fix
• @colbster937 - Icon upscaler
• @ArnavSingh77 - Close game launcher on start feature, improve app termination behavior
• @TalesAmaral - BUILD.md link fix in README.md

🌐 Language Translators

• @BlackSystemCoder - Russian Language Translator
• @walti0 - Polish Language Translator

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📞 Support

Need help? Join us: https://discord.gg/gME8rUy3MB

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⚖️ Legal Disclaimer

⚠️ Important Notice ⚠️

This launcher is created for educational purposes only.

🏛️ Not Official - This is an independent fan project not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Hypixel Studios or Hytale.

🛡️ No Warranty - This software is provided "as is" without any warranty of any kind.

📝 Responsibility - The authors take no responsibility for how this software is used.

🛑 Takedown Policy - If Hypixel Studios or Hytale requests removal, this project will be taken down immediately.

❤️ Support Official - Please support the official game by purchasing it legally when available.

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