Rather than enrolling in a dedicated beta program, Minecraft: Java Edition allows you to select a slice of pre-release software for you to try.

Add-ons in Minecraft realms are a relatively new feature that allows Bedrock players to add new features to their game.

Why is my Realm not letting me join? When trying to play Minecraft: Java Edition Realms, and you’re unable to join a Realm, it could be that you’re using an older game version.