Release Notes

Track all updates, improvements, and fixes made to Vartolo Minecraft Bridge.

v2.2.5 November 3, 2026 Latest Release

v2.2.5 - Native Rust Engine (PumpkinMC), RakNet Protocol & Bedrock Portal

A high-performance update introducing the native Rust PumpkinMC server engine (zero JVM needed, ~100MB RAM, instant boot), full Bedrock RakNet protocol upgrade via pure Rust rak-rs, the Console & Bedrock Live Portal, and the Unified Download Center for 8 platforms.

  • terminal Native Rust Server Engine (PumpkinMC): 1-click dedicated server running in pure Rust with ~100MB RAM, instant boot (<1s), and built-in Java & Bedrock cross-play.
  • bolt Native RakNet Protocol (rak-rs): Asynchronous Bedrock networking with automated MTU negotiation and robust packet frame reassembly.
  • wifi_tethering Smart Local Loopback Broadcaster: Remote hosted worlds automatically appear in the Minecraft Bedrock "Friends" tab for guests with zero IP configuration.
  • devices Console & Bedrock Live Hub (bedrock.vartolo.net): Phase 1 web cross-play hub is now live with visual step-by-step connection guides, with Phase 2 in-game NetherNet server engine scheduled for v2.3.0.
  • download Unified Download Center (/download/): Dedicated multi-platform hub with authentic vector graphics for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, PS4/PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
  • shield System Hardening & Deadlock Prevention: Non-blocking connection teardown and asynchronous mutex safety ensuring 100% UI responsiveness under network fluctuations.
v2.2.0 October 25, 2026

v2.2.0 - Friends Hub, Encrypted Chat, Native Bedrock & Cross-Play Update

A groundbreaking release uniting players across platforms: introducing the in-app Friends Hub with end-to-end encrypted chat, instant game invites, full Minecraft Bedrock protocol support with Java & Bedrock cross-play, and the Android mobile companion app.

  • group In-App Friends Hub & Permanent Friend Codes: Add friends with permanent V-XXXX codes, view live presence and game status without registering accounts.
  • lock End-to-End Encrypted P2P Chat & Voice Notes: Direct cryptographic messaging and voice notes with zero relay servers and complete privacy.
  • mail 1-Click Interactive Game & World Invitations: Send interactive invite cards directly inside chat allowing friends to join your world with a single click.
  • phone_android Native Minecraft Bedrock Protocol Support (UDP 19132): Allows mobile (iOS/Android), console, and Windows Bedrock players to join without port forwarding.
  • sync_alt Unified Java & Bedrock Cross-Play: Share the same multiplayer world seamlessly between PC Java Edition and Bedrock Edition players.
  • android Android Mobile Companion App (APK): Lightweight mobile companion allowing smartphone players to enter room codes and connect directly.
  • extension Geyser & Floodgate 1-Click Studio Integration: Instant 1-click cross-play addon setup inside Dedicated Server Studio.
  • speed Ultra-Low Latency UDP Data Channels: Highly optimized direct UDP packet routing designed specifically for high-speed gameplay without intermediate lag.
v2.1.0 October 19, 2026

v2.1.0 - Major Security, Room Lock, In-Place Auto Update & Full Localization

A major milestone update introducing live room locking, in-place binary self-updating, persistent player slot management, 100% comprehensive 6-language localization, self-healing world recovery, and deep security hardening.

  • lock Interactive Room Lock: Host can lock the room with one click, immediately rejecting new join requests with dedicated visual indicators and badges.
  • system_update_alt Seamless In-Place Auto Updater: Directly replaces the active executable without manual file moving, backed by PowerShell retry protection and integrity validation.
  • format_list_numbered Persistent Slot Management (1..N): Fixed player slot reservation preventing slot collapse or index shifting when players disconnect or rejoin.
  • person_remove Isolated Non-Blocking Player Kicking: Kick individual players with instant WebRTC connection teardown without blocking the host UI thread or disturbing other peers.
  • healing Self-Healing World Engine: Automatically repairs missing world configurations, validates EULA, and prevents Vanilla server crashes on world import.
  • lan Port 25565 Isolation & Conflict Prevention: Resolves conflicts between Dedicated Server and Singleplayer LAN worlds with automatic configuration sanitation.
  • wifi_tethering NAT Keep-Alive Heartbeat: Integrated 10s P2P WebRTC heartbeats to prevent home router UDP dropouts and session disconnections during idle gameplay.
  • translate 100% Multilingual Localization: Full Arabic (RTL), English, French, Persian (RTL), Swedish, and German translation parity across all dialogs, notifications, and menus.
  • terminal Dedicated Server Studio RTL & Console Fix: Enforces strict LTR direction on terminal logs and command inputs while maintaining clean RTL layout on menus.
  • memory Hardware-Accurate Dynamic RAM Detection: Direct OS hardware RAM query for accurate memory allocation sliders.
  • code Terminal Autocomplete & Auto-Scroll: Smart / command suggestions supporting online player names with arrow navigation and sticky bottom auto-scroll.
  • save Atomic Server Properties Storage: Atomic file write transactions to prevent server property corruption or truncation on shutdown.
  • verified_user Strict Official Domain Lockdown: Restricted update checks and API calls strictly to trusted vartolo.net endpoints, eliminating spoofing risks.
  • shield Comprehensive Security Hardening (SEC-A1..A8): Thorough defense against SSRF, Zip Slip archive attacks, path traversal, and malicious code execution.
  • bug_report Diagnostic Telemetry & Error Reporting: Rich Discord error logging with categorized subsystems, OS version, and bridge build info for instant diagnosis.
v2.0.1 October 18, 2026

v2.0.1 - Stability & Connection Hardening Update

A focused stability and quality-of-life update addressing multiplayer session persistence, seamless navigation, dedicated server port routing, and background optimizations.

  • wifi_tethering Connection Persistence & NAT Keep-Alive: Integrated automatic WebRTC keep-alive pings to prevent home router UDP dropouts and session disconnections during idle gameplay.
  • lan Dedicated Server & LAN Conflict Fix: Resolved port conflict where previous dedicated server properties interfered with singleplayer LAN rooms.
  • menu_open Seamless Navigation Restoration: Fixed top navigation menu bar behavior when transitioning back from Dedicated Server Studio.
  • shield Security & Input Hardening: Strengthened remote package source verification, sanitized catalog rendering, and enhanced signaling token integrity.
  • verified_user Smart Whitelist UUID Synchronization: Added Mojang profile verification for dedicated server whitelist management.
v2.0.0 August 18, 2026

v2.0.0 - The Dedicated Server Studio & Mega Features Update

Our biggest update yet! You can now launch and manage your own dedicated Minecraft server with your friends in 1 click, install mods and plugins directly in-app, and enjoy complete control over your worlds.

  • auto_awesome Brand-New Modern Interface: Completely redesigned dark glassmorphism UI with responsive tabs, rich visual feedback, and intuitive controls.
  • sports_esports Dedicated Server Studio: Run and manage PaperMC, Purpur, Fabric, Forge, and Vanilla servers directly in the background.
  • download_for_offline Automatic Java Runtime Manager: Seamlessly detects, downloads, and isolates the correct official Java version (8/17/21) per server version.
  • terminal Interactive Live Console: Real-time colored terminal with live logs, instant command execution, and search filter.
  • code Smart Command Autocomplete: Intelligent / command suggestions supporting online player names with arrow and Tab navigation.
  • face Live Player Manager & Head Avatars: 3D player head avatars with 1-click OP, gamemode switching, kick, ban, and teleport actions.
  • extension Modrinth Addons & Mods Hub: Search, browse, and 1-click install plugins, mods, and modpacks directly from Modrinth.
  • public World Manager & Custom Seeds: Custom seed generator, terrain type selector (Default, Superflat, Large Biomes, Amplified), and instant singleplayer world importer.
  • history 1-Click World Snapshots: Create, restore, and delete complete world backups in seconds.
  • palette Visual MOTD Colorizer: 16-color palette picker with formatting tools and live Minecraft Multiplayer server list preview.
  • restart_alt Server Factory Reset: Complete 1-click clean-slate reset to wipe server data and start fresh safely.
  • group Max Players Room Limit: Configure custom guest limits (2 to 50 players) for your LAN rooms.
  • lan Direct Connect Fallback: Automatic port 25565 binding with 1-click localhost direct copy for guest players.
  • shield Security & Sandboxing Protection: Strict Zip Slip defense, malicious executable blocking, trusted domain verification, and isolated AppData storage.
  • aspect_ratio Dynamic Window Scaling: Adaptive window resizing between compact LAN Bridge (540x700) and spacious Server Studio (1060x740).
  • volume_up Comprehensive Sound Engine: Rich procedural audio cues across all user actions with a global mute toggle.
  • energy_savings_leaf Auto-Idle Resource Saver: Automatic chunk saving and low-power sleep when 0 players are connected to preserve CPU and RAM.
  • speed Dynamic MTU (1280B) & Low Jitter: Optimized packet chunking to eliminate packet loss and jitter in multiplayer sessions.
  • sentiment_satisfied Clear & Helpful Notifications: User-friendly messages and guided tips whenever connection or setup issues occur.
v1.1.1 August 16, 2026

v1.1.1 - Security & Networking Update

A comprehensive update with major security hardening, dynamic MTU networking, sound notifications, and UI improvements.

  • shield Major security hardening across the updater, binary loader, and internal networking.
  • check_circle Dynamic MTU packet sizing (1280B) for ultra-smooth gameplay and zero packet loss.
  • check_circle Pleasant sound notifications on player join/leave, room readiness, and errors with a mute toggle.
  • check_circle Fixed multiplayer connection and server list ping issues ensuring seamless world joining.
  • info Room code is hidden by default (Streamer Mode) with a quick reveal toggle and Paste & Join button.
v1.1.0 August 10, 2026

v1.1.0 - The Stability Update

This update is all about making the experience smoother and more reliable - fewer disconnects, faster startup, and a smaller download.

  • check_circle Your session now recovers automatically if your internet blips for a second - no more getting kicked out of the game.
  • check_circle The app is now ~40MB smaller and opens noticeably faster.
  • check_circle If the app runs into an issue, it silently reports it to us so we can fix it without you needing to do anything.
  • build Fixed a packaging bug that affected some Linux and macOS users.
  • shield General security and stability improvements under the hood.
  • system_update The app now checks for updates automatically and notifies you when a new version is ready to download.
v1.0.0 July 30, 2026

v1.0.0 - First Release

The very first public version of Vartolo Minecraft Bridge.

  • fiber_manual_record Host your Minecraft world and invite friends with a single code - no port forwarding or accounts needed.
  • fiber_manual_record Works with all Minecraft Java Edition versions, mods included.
  • fiber_manual_record A clean, simple desktop app for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
  • fiber_manual_record Invite multiple friends to the same world at once.
  • fiber_manual_record Automatic update notifications when a new version is available.