There are two editions of Minecraft: Java Edition and Bedrock Edition. Both versions might look identical, but they have many differences.

There are many choices of what version of Minecraft to get - the free version, the Java versions and the Bedrock edition. But what makes them different?

Importantly, Minecraft Java mods tend to be free, while Bedrock add-ons can be either free or paid downloads in the Minecraft Marketplace.

Although Minecraft's Java and Bedrock Editions are quite different, it's still possible to convert an existing Java world to Bedrock if you don't mind there being some differences to the world ...

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

To get into the Minecraft beta on Bedrock edition on PC, you'll need to follow these steps: Go to the Microsoft Store app and search for the Insider app. It's free to download.

Minecraft developer Mojang has announced that the two editions of the PC version of the extremely popular video game, Java and Bedrock, will no longer be available separately and instead be sold ...

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

"Minecraft" should update automatically, but you can check for updates manually in a few different ways. "Minecraft: Bedrock Edition" can be updated through your device's app store, while "Java ...

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