EldenCraft: Minecraft in Elden Ring
EldenCraft runs Minecraft inside Elden Ring: the Lands Between world becomes mineable block by block, grass turns into dirt, rocks into stone, and every placed block behaves like in Minecraft.
VSDownload the fusion zip
The zip contains the public source code of the SocketByte/EldenCraft project (source/ folder, main branch, MIT license), a PlayPadHub guide in two formats (HTML with clickable links, and plain text), and shortcuts to the official page and direct downloads.
No programs, scripts or game files in the zip. Free, no sign‑up.
Where to download the project
- Version 0.25.5 on GitHub — Latest project version, with its EldenCraft.cmd launcher.
- Project page on Nexus Mods — Detailed description, screenshots and bug reporting repository.
PlayPadHub does not host any files: these links point to the sole official sources of the project.
Overview
Both games run simultaneously, linked by the me3 loader: Elden Ring provides enemies, bosses, and collisions, while Minecraft supplies inventory, tools, and building. The PlayPadHub zip contains the French guide and shortcuts to official downloads, with no game files.
What the merge adds
- The Lands Between mined, block by block, with matching material
- Placeable blocks with true collision, including water and lava
- Minecraft inventory, tools, and weapons against Elden Ring bosses
- A progression campaign with merchants, runes, and boss relics
- Elden Ring weather synced with Minecraft, including rain and thunderstorms
Technical sheet
- Merged games
- ELDEN RING + Minecraft
- Type
- Community fusion
- Author
- The EldenCraft project
- Status
- Version 0.25.5, almost daily updates
- Required games
- ELDEN RING on PC, Minecraft: Java Edition, and the me3 loader
- Project version
- 0.25.5
- Compatibility
- Windows, with legitimate ELDEN RING on PC and Minecraft: Java Edition
The me3 loader installed beforehand, essential for launch
A free installation folder, outside OneDrive, e.g., Your Documents
Dedicated Elden Ring save (EldenCraft.sl2): your normal game is not affected - Required tools
- me3, the FromSoftware mod loader
- Official page
- EldenCraft
- Source code
- SocketByte/EldenCraft (main branch)
- License
- MIT License
Step-by-step installation
- Install ELDEN RING and Minecraft: Java Edition, then launch each once.
- Download and install me3 from its official site.
- Download the latest EldenCraft archive from the GitHub releases page, then unzip it.
- Run EldenCraft.cmd with the path to eldenring.exe via the -GamePath option, or first launch setup mode to configure everything.
- Wait for the installation to finish: the launcher starts Elden Ring and Minecraft simultaneously, linking them together.
- Dig the Lands Between, build, and fight bosses with your Minecraft gear.
Our tips
- Use the launcher’s setup mode once: it prepares everything without launching the game.
- Enter the boss fog without running: wait for the boss bar to appear before advancing.
- The pack includes a backup guide and an F6 emergency key in case of a crash.
Security and legality
The project creates a dedicated Elden Ring save and a separate Minecraft world, and compresses your saves before any changes. Stay offline, just like any FromSoftware mod. Only download this project from EldenCraft and keep a copy of your saves. PlayPadHub is not affiliated with any publisher or mod author. The mentioned trademarks belong to their owners.
Related game cards
- Elden Ring : platforms, rating and similar games
Other game merges
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to own both games?
Yes. EldenCraft is free and open source, but it launches your legitimate copy of ELDEN RING and a Minecraft: Java Edition instance.
Are my saves protected?
Yes. The project uses a dedicated Elden Ring save and a separate Minecraft world, and compresses your saves before any changes.
Is the project finished?
No, it's a very active alpha version: new releases come out almost every week on the project's GitHub page.
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