Gladiolus Release – Latest Stable
Final major build, focused on stability with the newer Minecraft versions, and smoother in-game control.
Fixes:
1. Minecraft 1.21.1+ now works under GL4ES.
2. Launcher crashes patched for smoother startup.
Improvements:
1. Screen size handling refactored for Android.
2. ReplayMod works better with FFMpeg.
Additions:
1. New LTW renderer: Partial OpenGL 3.2 support; lets mods like Sodium, Iris, Create, Immersive Portals run (shaders still limited).
2. Quick Settings menu: Adjust resolution, gestures, and gyroscope mid-game.
UX Tweaks
1. Better default settings.
2. Cleaner progress UI during installs.
Foxglove Release
Focused on modern features and interface polish.
Launcher
1. Supports Java 21 versions.
2. Custom profile icons.
3. Login screen clearer.
4. UI more consistent.
5. Modrinth search improved.
6. Legacy 1.6.x asset sounds supported.
Controls
1. Notch handling fixed.
2. Controller support added.
3. Input refined for easier crafting.
Renderer
1. Better server resource pack support.
2. Graphical optimizations applied.
Edelweiss Release: Biggest update for mods and core compatibility.
Launcher
1. Auto-installers for Forge, Fabric, Quilt, OptiFine.
2. Modpack search & install from CurseForge/Modrinth.
4. Minecraft 1.20.2 supported.
Controls
1. Custom joystick added.
2. Buttons resizable and visibility configurable.
3. Borders independent of button size; highlights fixed.
Input: Refined for speed and responsiveness.
Renderer
1. GL4ES forked to 1.1.5 with more shader support.
2. Zink re-added, VirGL removed.
3. LWJGL bumped to 3.3.1.
4. Partial VulkanMod support via patch.
Dahlia GPlay Update
Big in-house build with fixes and functional improvements.
Launcher
1. Premium account now needed for assets.
2. Most languages added.
3. Multiple profiles for different renderers, JVMs, and directories.
Performance & Rendering
1. GL4ES 1.1.4 fork with shader and bug fixes.
2. Old VGPU/GL4ES variants removed.
3. New surfaces, virtual mouse option, and sustained performance mode to cut overheating.
Java: Java 17 runtime built in for 1.17+ support.
Fixes: Crashes, null pointers, input bugs, control loading, and UI glitches patched.
Testing / Historical Builds
v3.3: Auto Java & LWJGL install, custom controls, JRE8 performance, easy Forge/Fabric, dynamic layouts, translations.
v3.3.1: Microsoft login, UI improvements, profile icons, auto RAM changer, keyboard/mouse tweaks, launcher error screens.
Gladiolus – Latest Stable (Jan 2025)
Final major stable release before archive. Focused on compatibility, modern Minecraft support, UI, and mod improvements.
Fixes
1. Minecraft 1.21.1+ works under GL4ES.
2. Minor launcher crashes patched.
Technical
1. Screen size refactored for Android.
2. ReplayMod support improved (FFMpeg required).
New Stuff
1. LTW Renderer: Partial OpenGL 3.2; supports mods like Sodium, Iris, Immersive Portals, Create (shaders limited).
2. Quick Settings menu: Adjust resolution, gestures, gyro in-game.
Better defaults and download progress visuals.
Foxglove (Jun 2024): Focused on UI polish, input, and modern compatibility.
Launcher: Java 21 support, custom profile icons, cleaner login, Modrinth search improved.
Controls: Notch handling fixed, Switch controller added, smoother crafting input.
Renderer: Better server resource pack support.
Edelweiss (Sep 2024)
Big mod & customization update.
Launcher
1. Auto-installers for Forge/Fabric/Quilt/OptiFine.
2. Modpack search/install from CurseForge/Modrinth.
3. Supports Minecraft 1.20.2.
Controls & UI: Custom joystick, resizable buttons, better layout control.
Input Engine: Refactored for speed and touch responsiveness.
Renderer
1. GL4ES forked with more shaders, Zink back, VirGL removed.
2. LWJGL upgraded to 3.3.1.
Dahlia GPlay Update (May 2024)
Big milestone: built-in Java, multiple profiles, new graphics modes.
Launcher
1. Premium account needed for assets.
2. Multi-language support added.
Rendering & Performance
1. GL4ES 1.1.4 replaced with a custom fork, old variants removed.
2. Alternate surface rendering, virtual mouse, and sustained performance mode added.
Profiles & Java
1. Multiple profiles for renderers, JVMs, game folders.
2. Java 17 built in for 1.17+ versions.
Fixes: Crash fixes on Android 10+, split-screen resizing patched.
v3.2 Release (Oct 2023)
Modern Minecraft support.
1. Launch 1.13+ officially, partial Forge 1.6.1–1.13.2.
2. Snapdragon performance improved, audio fixed.
3. Hotbar moved to bottom.
4. Some old worlds (<1.7.x) may still crash.
Older v3.x / Dev Builds (Late 2023)
Laid the groundwork for v3.
1. v3.3 Testing: Auto Java & LWJGL, full custom controls, JRE8 performance, easy Forge/Fabric installs.
2. Minor stability tweaks, translation updates.
v2.5.3 & Earlier
Basic Java edition and Minecraft support; mostly foundational.
Community Notes
1. Some modpacks may crash; manual installs often work.
2. Project archived; Play Store version inactive. Amethyst Launcher recommended.
v3.3.1 (Jan 2021)
Pushed modern mobile support.
1. Microsoft login added.
2. Support for Minecraft 1.5.2 and older.
3. Forge 1.14+ and OptiFine installer included.
UI & Controls
1. V2 UI default, skin previews, account removal button.
2. Keyboard/mouse fixes, full hardware button support, cursor resizing.
3. Auto RAM allocation added.
v3.3 Testing (Late 2020/Early 2021)
Prep for stable v3.3.x.
1. Auto Java & LWJGL install (except arm32).
2. Full custom touch/control layouts.
3. JRE8 support for smoother performance.
4. Easy Forge/Fabric installation.
5. Multilingual UI improvements.
6. Fixes for long-press triggers, offline play, and x86 32-bit issues.
Project Status
PojavLauncher is now archived and no longer actively maintained. The GitHub repository and releases are in read-only mode, and the project has officially been retired by the original team. Users are being directed to successor forks like Amethyst for ongoing development.