Should you play Minecraft Java or Bedrock, and what are the differences between the two versions of Mojang's survival game?

GameSpot may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases through links. Minecraft Java Vs. Bedrock: Which Version Is Best For Playing ...

Of the two versions of Minecraft available to download, Java and Bedrock, which is the better choice? The answer lies in these distinctions.

Minecraft gets new "unified" PC launcher for Bedrock, Java, and Dungeons "Instead of having separate launchers for the Bedrock and Java Edition, you will be able to start both versions of ...

Learn how to build an easy automatic bamboo farm in Minecraft 1.21+. This compact design works in both Java and Bedrock ...

Here's what you should know about the differences in Minecraft Java and Bedrock for Windows before you choose which to install.

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

While the Bedrock Edition does have add-ons, it features more paid content to add to the game, whereas the Java version lets you install mods (such as texture packs) for free.

Microsoft's official announcement post also references cross-play, which would seem to imply that Java and Bedrock Edition players will finally be able to play together.

The Minecraft Java and Bedrock Editions should remain separate (Image via Mojang Studios) Minecraft has two different editions: Java and Bedrock.

The Minecraft Java and Bedrock editions are no more - please welcome the Minecraft Java and Bedrock Edition, which is coming in June to fussy PC players ...