Zenith Launcher is a powerful Minecraft: Java Edition launcher for iOS and iPadOS,
built on the modern Amethyst foundation with custom TheNullAstris design and enhancements.
| Icon | Feature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 🎮 | Full Java Edition Support | Play from early beta versions to the newest snapshots |
| 🧩 | Mod Support | Forge, Fabric, OptiFine, and Quilt ready out of the box |
| 🕹️ | Customizable Controls | On-screen controls, keyboard/mouse, and game controller support |
| ⚡ | Optimized Performance | Enhanced for jailbroken and TrollStore devices |
| 🔐 | Microsoft Accounts | Full authentication and demo mode support |
| 🪟 | Modern UI | Beautiful Liquid Glass design with custom theming |
| 🌟 | TheNullAstris Branding | Unique visual identity and customizations |
📋 Minimum Requirements — iOS 15.0+
- 📱 iPhone 6s Plus and later
- 📱 iPad (5th generation) and later
- 📱 iPad Air (2nd generation) and later
- 📱 iPad mini (4th generation) and later
- 📱 iPad Pro (all models)
- 📱 iPod touch (7th generation)
🚀 Recommended Devices — iOS 15.0+
- 📱 iPhone XS and later (excludes iPhone XR and SE 2nd gen)
- 📱 iPad (10th generation) and later
- 📱 iPad Air (4th generation) and later
- 📱 iPad mini (6th generation) and later
- 📱 iPad Pro (all models except 9.7-inch)
Note
iOS 17.x and iOS 18.x require a computer for JIT enablement. Learn more →
Perfect for permanent installation with auto-JIT and increased memory limits.
1. Download the latest Zenith Launcher IPA from Releases
2. Open the IPA in TrollStore via the share menu
3. Install and launch! 🎉
Alternative sideloading method (requires weekly re-signing).
1. Download the latest Zenith Launcher IPA from Releases
2. Open in AltStore or SideStore to install
3. Follow JIT enablement steps below
Warning
May contain experimental features and bugs.
1. Download from the Actions tab on GitHub
2. Install via your preferred sideloading method
Important: Only install from trusted sources. We are not responsible for harm caused by unofficial software.
Zenith Launcher requires Just-In-Time (JIT) compilation for optimal performance.
| Method | 💻 Requires Computer | 📶 Requires Wi-Fi | ✅ Auto-Enabled |
|---|---|---|---|
| TrollStore | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Jailbreak | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| AltStore | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ * |
| SideStore | ✅ ** | ✅ ** | ❌ |
| Jitterbug | ✅ | ❌ |
- Requires AltServer running on local network
** Only required the first time
*** Only if VPN is unavailable
Zenith Launcher is built on the excellent work of many talented developers.
| Project | Description |
|---|---|
 |
Modern Minecraft launcher foundation |
 |
Original Java launcher project by @zhuowei |
| Contributor | Role |
|---|---|
| @crystall1nedev | Amethyst project manager, iOS port developer |
| @khanhduytran0 | iOS port developer |
| @artdeell | Contributor |
| @Mathius-Boulay | Contributor |
| @jkcoxson | Contributor |
| @Diatrus | Contributor |
| @TheNullAstris | ⚡ Zenith Launcher Builder |
View all open-source components used
| Library | License |
|---|---|
| Caciocavallo |  |
| GL4ES |  |
| Mesa 3D Graphics Library | |
| MetalANGLE |  |
| MoltenVK |  |
| openal-soft |  |
| Azul Zulu JDK | |
| LWJGL3 |  |
| UnzipKit |  |
| AltKit | — |
| fishhook | |
| shaderc | |
| NRFileManager |  |
| DyldDeNeuralyzer | — |
Thanks to MCHeads for Minecraft avatars. 🎭
Zenith Launcher maintains the original Amethyst license.
See for full details.
