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.

On March 14, 2023, Minecraft: Java Edition's latest update will go live with version 1.19.4. The update brings plenty of changes and bug fixes. It collects the preview content for update 1.

Minecraft for Windows 10 See it at Microsoft The original Minecraft for PC and Mac is often referred to as "Java Edition" online, to differentiate it from Minecraft for Windows 10.

Here's how to download Minecraft for PC. We'll help you make the right choice between Minecraft Java Edition and Minecraft Windows.

Install all Minecraft versions (Bedrock Edition, Java Edition, Education Edition, Classic) on Chromebook (ChromeOS), with or without Linux by following these instructions.

This usually happens when installing the Bedrock version of Minecraft, or when launching an update for either the Java or Bedrock version through the Minecraft Launcher.

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