Minecraft: Java Edition is the original version of the game for computers, while Bedrock is a newer version available on nearly every device.

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GameSpot may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases through links. You can play Minecraft just about anywhere–PC, consoles, and mobile ...

Minecraft may look the same regardless of where you play it, but the game is split between two versions built on entirely ...

Minecraft Java Edition is finally getting a native Friends List and peer-to-peer multiplayer, letting players join each other’s worlds without setting up a server, Realms, or relying on third-party ...

Minecraft comes in two versions that are purchased separately and are not interchangeable. Deciding which version is right for you can be a daunting experience, but we’ll try to make it easy for you.

For many players, the main draw to play on Minecraft Java is the ability to change things and host them however they want. These changes alone make up a huge draw for the gameplay. However, when you ...