Playing Minecraft: Java Edition on iPad with Ease

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Introduction

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Are you an avid fan of survival games looking to experience the full range of possibilities that Minecraft has to offer but on a smaller screen? Look no further! While Apple's official App Store doesn't yet support Minecraft: Java Edition for iPads, there are still ways around this limitation. In this article, we'll walk through each step necessary so with some patience and know-how anyone can enjoy their favorite blocky adventure anywhere they please.

Prerequisites

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Before diving into the installation process make sure your iPad meets these minimum requirements:

* Jailbreak iOS 6 or later (see below for instructions)

* Cydia installed

Jailbreaking Your iPad

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If you haven't already, jailbroken your device yet here's how to do it.

### For iPads running iOS 7 and above

1. Download the latest version of 'Cydia'(http://cydia.saurik.com/) from 'Saurik's official website'(http://www.zestful.org).

2. Open Cy Jailbreak, then follow on-screen instructions.

3. Once completed reboot your iPad.

### For iPads running iOS 6-7

1. Download and install evasi0n jailbreaking tool for Windows or Mac from 'evad3rs.com'(https://github.com/evad3r/Jailbreak/releases).

2. Connect your iPad to computer using USB cable.

3. Open Cy Jailbreak, then follow on-screen instructions.

Installing Minecraft: Java Edition

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Once you've successfully jailbroken your iPad and installed all necessary tools let's move onto installing the actual game!

### Step 1 - Downloading Required Files

To install Minecraft: Java Edition on an iPad running iOS 7 or later:

1. Open Safari and navigate to 'this page'(http://www.minecraftforum.net/forums/minecraft-java-edition).

2. Tap 'Java' at the top right corner of your screen.

3. Scroll down until you see a link labeled 'Download .tar.gz file (32-bit Linux)' - tap it.

### Step 4 - Installing Java

To install Java on an iPad running iOS 6 or later:

1. Open Cy Jailbreak and search for 'Java'.

2. Tap the result titled 'openjdk-8u25-ppc64el-solaris9-binary.tar.gz' (not openjdk-8u45-b01-x86_32rpm).

3. Follow on-screen instructions to install Java.

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With these simple steps, you should now be able to enjoy Minecraft: Java Edition on your iPad! Just remember that playing pirated versions of games may void any warranties or support from the game's developers. Happy crafting!

References:

* 'Minecraft Forum - Tutorials & Guides'(http://www.minecraftforum.net/forums/minecraft-java-edition)

* 'Saurik's Official Website - Cydia'(http://www.zestful.org)

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