While Minecraft graphics are quite basic, they do require OpenGL graphics API to load chunks and other graphical components like shadows and lighting.

Don't let the Minecraft OpenGL Error 1281 on Windows PC ruin your gaming experience. Use these workarounds to fix the problem quickly.

Nvidia's GeForce Experiences video and image capture features now support Vulkan and OpenGL, which is good news for fans of Minecraft, Doom, and No Man's Sky.

Those experiencing issues with OpenGL when launching Minecraft can check out the helpful guide below that will detail multiple ways to potentially fix this problem.