Best Ways to Record Minecraft on PC, Mac, and Mobile Easily

Minecraft recording has never been easier, whether you are building epic worlds, battling mobs, or creating tutorials. Capturing your gameplay in high quality allows you to relive every moment, share your adventures, or produce cinematic content. This guide explores six reliable methods, showing step-by-step how to record Minecraft smoothly on PC, Mac, or mobile devices.

Method 1: How to Record Minecraft with Tipard Screen Capture

Tipard Screen Capture, as versatile and smooth as it comes, has the perfect tools to record all of the Minecraft shenanigans you are about to engage in, as well as the ones you have completed. With the ability to record video and stream audio at the same time, no in-game battle or block placement will be missed.

Tipard Screen Capture

• Record your Minecraft screen in full resolution without lag.
• Capture audio from both the game and your microphone simultaneously.
• Add a webcam overlay to record your reactions during gameplay.
• Draw on-screen, highlight actions, and add annotations in real-time.
• Export recordings in multiple formats like MP4, WMV, MKV, or GIF for easy sharing.

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Step 1 Downloading and Installing

Head to the Tipard website and download the appropriate version for your Windows or Mac, and install it.

Step 2 Selecting the Game Recorder Mode

Open the Tipard Screen Capture and click on the Game Recorder option on the main menu.

Step 3 Selecting the Minecraft Window

Select the Game option and now click on the Minecraft window that you are currently using.

Step 4 Activating All of the Audio Sources

If you would like to capture the audio from the game, toggle System Sound on to be on. Turn the Microphone on if you would like to add additional commentary.

Step 5 Beginning the Recording

Press the REC button to start your recording of the Minecraft gameplay.

Step 6 Ending and Saving the Recording

Once you are all done recording your gameplay, click the Stop button. Then, to automatically save your recording to your computer, click Import from the editing preview window.

Method 2: How to Record Minecraft with OBS Studio

Free and open-source software like OBS Studio has made recording and streaming full gameplay of any game more accessible. It also has tutorials and stream capabilities, and has made its bookmarking features available for use by more than just gamers.

Step 1 Navigate to the OBS Studio website and download the installer.

Step 2 Open OBS. On the screen that appears, create a new scene from the bottom left corner, and then create a new source by clicking the bottom right button. Use the Game Capture option to record directly from Minecraft, or select Display Capture to record the whole screen.

Step 3 On the bottom right, OBS displays the Mixer, which controls the Microphone and Desktop audio. Check to see that the desktop audio is enabled and that the microphone is set to the appropriate device.

Step 4 To start recording, click the Start Recording button.

Step 5 When you are done, click the Stop Recording button to end the capture. OBS Studio will create a new MP4 or mkv in the folder you set.

Method 3: How to Record Minecraft with Xbox Game Bar

Xbox Game Bar is a built-in tool in Windows 10 and 11 that allows users to quickly and conveniently record gameplay on PC, capture screenshots, and manage audio without needing to install any additional software.

Step 1 While Minecraft is open, pressing Win and G will open the Game Bar.

Step 2 If you need to, you can adjust the game and microphone audio in the settings. You can also adjust the video quality for the recording if you need.

Step 3 To record your screen, join the video meeting, then push the Record button, or use the shortcut Windows + ALT + R.

Step 4 Stop the recording by using the same shortcut used to start the recording.

Step 5 The recording will be available in the Captures folder within the Videos section.

Step 6 You can use the Xbox Game Bar to edit and share the recording immediately, or use another editor you prefer.

Method 4: How to Record Minecraft with Replay Mod

Replay Mod is an add-on for Minecraft that allows the user to record and replay gameplay, create cinematic videos from the recordings, and add special camera effects. This mod is perfect for those looking to create content or for those wanting to record the gameplay at a professional level.

Step 1 Download the Replay Mod and put it in the Minecraft mods folder for the version you are using with Forge or Fabric.

Step 2 Launch Minecraft with Replay Mod.

Step 3 Press F1 to hide the user interface.

Step 4 Press Start Recording to record the gameplay.

Step 5 When you are finished recording, press ESC and select Stop Recording.

Step 6 Use the Replay Viewer to view the recording.

Method 5: How to Record Minecraft Bedrock (Android & iOS)

When recording Minecraft Bedrock Edition on mobile, some apps can assist with the screen recording. AZ Screen Recorder is most used on Android, while iOS users can use the built-in Screen Recording that can be found in the Control Center.

Step 1 If you are on Android, download AZ Screen Recorder from the Google Play Store and open the app. For iOS, go to the Control Center and enable Screen Recording.

Step 2 Set the recording resolution, frame rate, and toggle on the microphone to capture narration.

Step 3 Open Minecraft Bedrock and press the Record button to begin recording gameplay.

Step 4 Record yourself playing the game while you capture the system audio, and any commentary that you provided on the microphone.

Step 5 When you are finished, tap Stop. Whether you record Clash Royale, Minecraft or any other app, your videos will be saved automatically. On Android, the recordings are stored in your Gallery, while on iOS, they appear in your Photos app.

Method 6: How to Record Minecraft Timelapse

Time-lapse videos are a great way to condense longer Minecraft recording sessions into a fast-motion highlight. This is especially great for showcasing builds or progress in a world. If you want to capture smooth gameplay while having the ability to control frame rate for time-lapse effects, use Bandicam.

Step 1 Go to the official website and download Bandicam to your device, and install it.

Step 2 Open Bandicam and switch to the Game Recording mode to get ready to capture Minecraft.

Step 3 Adjust the recording resolution and FPS in the recording settings. For a time-lapse effect, set a lower FPS.

Step 4 Press the REC button to begin recording your Minecraft session.

Step 5 When your session is complete, stop recording. Bandicam locally saves recorded videos in MP4 or AVI file formats.

Step 6 Import the recording into a video editor and increase playback speed to create the time-lapse.