Which Minecraft Versions Are Supported by Maps on MapCraft.me?

MapCraft.me hosts maps for both Java and Bedrock editions, with version tags ranging from 1.14 up through 1.21.x and newer releases like 26.1–26.3. Each map page lists its compatible version, and you can filter the catalog by version to find maps that match your game. The version you run determines which maps will load correctly, so checking the tag before downloading is the key step.

Java and Bedrock are both covered

The site separates maps by edition as well as by version number. In the version list you'll see:

• Java Edition versions — the bulk of the catalog, spanning 1.14 through 1.21.x and beyond
• Bedrock Edition — tagged separately, with a smaller but distinct set of maps
• Bedrock — a second Bedrock tag alongside "Bedrock Edition"

If you play Bedrock, filter for those tags specifically rather than assuming a Java map will work. The two editions use different world formats, so a map built for one generally won't open in the other.

How the version numbers are distributed

The catalog is weighted heavily toward recent Java releases. Counting the maps listed per version gives a rough picture of where the supply is:

Newer and older versions have thinner coverage — for example 1.21.9 shows 2 maps, 1.21.6 shows 5, and 1.20.3 shows 1. The long tail of 1.14–1.16 still holds a large share because those versions were popular for years and many maps were never re-tagged.

The practical takeaway: if you're on a very recent snapshot-style version (26.x) or a very old one, expect fewer matches. Mid-range versions like 1.16.5, 1.17.1, and 1.20.1 have the deepest pools.

Where the version appears on a map page

Every map listing carries its compatible version as a tag near the download info. For example, the parkour map Blockour 2 is tagged v26.3 and shows a file size of 27 MB. That tag is what tells you whether the map will run on your install.

When you open a map, look for:

• The version tag (e.g. v26.3, 1.21.4) next to the file details
• The edition if it's Bedrock-specific
• The category (Parkour, Puzzle, Adventure, etc.) and file size

A map tagged for 1.21.4 may still work on nearby versions, but that isn't guaranteed — datapacks, custom commands, and world format changes can break compatibility across version gaps.

How to filter maps by version

The site's version list works as a filter. Clicking a version number narrows the catalog to maps tagged for that release.

1. Go to the version list on the MapCraft.me homepage.
2. Click the version that matches your Minecraft install (for example, 1.20.1 or 1.21.4).
3. Browse the filtered results — each entry is tagged for that version.
4. Open a map, confirm the version tag and edition, then download.

If your exact version shows few or no results, try the nearest version with a larger count and check the map's page for any compatibility notes. Maps built for a slightly older version often still load, but maps built for a newer version than yours usually won't.

Choosing the right version before you download

The safest approach is to match the map's version tag to your game version as closely as possible, and to confirm the edition (Java vs Bedrock) matches what you play. If you're on Bedrock, start from the Bedrock tags. If you're on Java, the version filter is your main tool.

For players on the most current releases, the catalog is thinner — you may need to check back as new maps are added, since the site notes the last map was added 1 day before the page snapshot and the first dates back to 4 November 2011. For players on established versions like 1.16.5 or 1.20.1, the selection is much wider.