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

Minecraft 1.21.1 debuted for Java Edition on August 8, 2024, as a hotfix update to fix a few critical exploits that were being used to intentionally crash multiplayer servers.

You'll need a Microsoft account to download Minecraft but that's no sweat to do. Choosing between the two versions, Java and Bedrock, is much easier than it used to be. There is no wrong choice as ...

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

If you missed your chance the first time around, Mojang has allowed more players to redeem their free copy of Minecraft on Windows 10 if they already own the Java Edition.

If you own a Chromebook, "Minecraft: Java Edition" is available to you via Linux. Here's how to download and install the popular game on a Chromebook.

After some places to explore in the Windows 10 Edition? Check out our list of the best Minecraft PE seeds. Of course user-created content like this has been available for the Java version - or OG ...

A new Minecraft: Java Edition snapshot has arrived, and this time we're getting the new goat mob! Mojang Studios also tweaked a ton of stuff and added a new accessibility option.

In celebration of the launch of Windows 10, Minecraft developer Mojang is offering the Minecraft Windows 10 Edition beta for free at the moment. Here is how to avail of this sweet offer.