How to install Minetest on Ubuntu 24.04

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In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Minetest on Ubuntu 24.04. Minetest is an open-source voxel game engine with easy modding capabilities and an infinite world generator. It's often compared to Minecraft but offers its own unique features and community-driven content.

Why Use Flatpak for Installation?

We'll be using Flatpak to install Minetest. Flatpak is a next-generation technology for building and distributing desktop applications on Linux. It offers several advantages:

  • Consistent runtime environment across different Linux distributions
  • Sandboxed applications for improved security
  • Easy updates and rollbacks
  • Access to a wide range of up-to-date applications

Installation Steps

Let's break down the installation process into three main steps:

1. Install Flatpak

First, we need to install Flatpak on your Ubuntu system. Open a terminal and run the following command:

sudo apt install flatpak

2. Add the Flathub Repository

Flathub is the central hub for Flatpak applications. We'll add it as a remote repository:

sudo flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo

3. Install Minetest

Now we're ready to install Minetest:

sudo flatpak install flathub net.minetest.Minetest

During the installation, you may be prompted to confirm the installation. Type 'y' and press Enter when asked.

Launching Minetest

After installation, you can launch Minetest from your application menu or by running the following command in the terminal:

flatpak run net.minetest.Minetest

Additional Information

Minetest is highly customizable through mods and texture packs. You can find a wide variety of community-created content on the official Minetest forums or ContentDB. Exploring these resources can greatly enhance your Minetest experience.

If you encounter any issues during installation or gameplay, the Minetest community is known for being helpful and welcoming. You can find support on their official forum or IRC channel.

Useful Links

For more information about Minetest and Flatpak, check out these resources:

We hope this guide helps you get started with Minetest on Ubuntu 24.04. Enjoy exploring and creating in your new voxel world!

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