diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index b8b40e4..5e1e608 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -1,81 +1,69 @@ # Emerald Legacy Launcher -**The official community-driven hub for Legacy Console Edition (LCE) preservation.** - -Emerald Legacy Launcher is the result of a collaboration between developers who shared a common goal: moving away from bloated Electron-based launchers to create the fastest, most faithful LCE experience. Now the core project of our organization, Emerald centralizes the effort to preserve the nostalgic console experience on modern hardware +**A free and open-source Minecraft Legacy Console Edition launcher, built with Rust and Tauri.** --- -# Open Source & Collaborative - -Emerald is an **Open Source** project. By unifying multiple launcher initiatives into this single repository, we ensure transparency, long-term preservation, and a faster development cycle. We welcome contributions from anyone passionate about the prime minecraft era ! +

+ + Donate to the Project + + + Join the Community + +

--- -## Performance Comparison - -Emerald is built with **Rust** and **Tauri**, making it significantly faster and lighter than traditional launchers based on Electron. - -| Feature | Emerald (Tauri/Rust) | Legacy Launcher (Electron) | -| --- | --- | --- | -| **RAM Usage** | **~15 MB** | ~200 MB | -| **Install Size** | **Ultra Light** | Heavy | -| **Background Impact** | **Near Zero** | Significant | +> [!IMPORTANT] +> **Emerald Legacy Launcher is currently in Alpha.** +> Expect bugs, frequent updates, and features that are still being polished as we work toward a stable release. --- -## Features - -* **Faithful Experience:** Authentic console-style optimized UI and original audios for total immersion. -* **One-Click Installation:** Instant setup for **TU19** and **TU24** (more versions coming soon). -* **Extreme Efficiency:** Built for performance, ensuring the launcher never interferes with your game. -* **Customization:** Easily change your in-game username directly from the launcher. - -## Roadmap (Upcoming Features) - -Our team is working hard to make Emerald the definitive LCE tool. - -* [ ] Linux and macOS support -* [ ] Mod Manager & Faucet Integration -* [ ] Save Game Backups -* [ ] Custom Themes -* [ ] Cross-platform Multiplayer -* [ ] More downloadable instances -* [ ] Skin manager - -*(Note: These features are in active development by our team.)* +### PROJECT OVERVIEW +Emerald Legacy Launcher started as a solo project to create a better way to play Legacy Console Edition. Over time, other developers joined the effort, bringing expertise from various preservation projects into one place. By combining these efforts into a single unified launcher, we aim to build the best possible experience for Legacy Console Edition on PC. --- -## Installlation +### CORE FEATURES -1. Download the latest `.msi` from the **[Releases](https://github.com/KayJannOnGit/Emerald-Legacy-Launcher/releases)** section. -2. **Windows SmartScreen:** Since this is an independent community project, Windows may show a warning. Click **"More info"** then **"Run anyway"** to proceed. - -## Support the Project - -We are dedicated to making Emerald the best it can be. If you'd like to support our development team and LCE preservation, consider supporting us! - -* **Ko-fi:** [Support the Team on Ko-fi](https://ko-fi.com/kayjann) -* **Discord:** [Join the Emerald Community](https://discord.gg/nzbxB8Hxjh) + + + + + + + + + +
+ EASY SETUP
+ An automated installation process for TU19 and TU24, with more versions coming in future updates. + 		+ RUST BACKEND
+ A memory-safe backend that handles all file operations and game execution with minimal overhead. +
+ EASY CONFIGURATION
+ An integrated settings menu to change your username and manage game parameters directly through the launcher. + 		+ TAURI FRONTEND
+ A lightweight frontend that handles the user interface and configuration management via webview. +
--- -## Credits & Acknowledgments - -Emerald Legacy Launcher stands on the shoulders of giants! - -* **The Emerald Team:** All the developers who brought their expertise to unify this project -* **4J Studios & Mojang:** For creating the original Minecraft: Legacy Console Edition -* **smartcmd & The LCE Community:** For the preservation of the **Nightly Builds** and providing the foundations for modern LCE play on PC -* **Tauri & Rust Teams:** For the incredible engine that makes Emerald ultra-lightweight - -Special thanks to all the preservationists keeping the LCE spirit alive!!! +### [DEVELOPMENT ROADMAP](https://github.com/orgs/Emerald-Legacy-Launcher/projects/2) +Click the heading above to track progress, view active tasks, and see upcoming launcher features. --- -*Proudly developed by a passionate team from the LCE community.* +> ### ACKNOWLEDGMENTS +> * **The Emerald Team:** Technical development and maintenance. +> * **4J Studios & Mojang:** Original creators of Legacy Console Edition. +> * **smartcmd & The LCE Community:** Research and foundations for Legacy Console Edition on PC. +> * **Tauri & Rust:** Core technologies. --- -***This project is licensed under the GNU GPL v3 License - see the LICENSE file for details.*** +*Developed by The Emerald Team and the Legacy Console Edition Community.*