However, when it comes to Java Edition and Bedrock Edition players wanting to play together, things get a little complicated because of the different servers and platforms on which the game runs.

If you have a friend or group that plays Java, then playing Java on PC is the only way to get together on the same server. Bedrock, on the other hand, is a bit more open.

The number of Minecraft multiplayer servers out there is nearly endless, though some are certainly preferable to others.

For the Java Edition, cross-play with the Bedrock is not officially supported. However, tools like GeyserMC allow the Bedrock players to connect to the Java servers easily.

While Bedrock Edition is typically seen as more stable and has crossplay enabled, Java Edition can be played with much bigger servers and has more mods available to download.

New to Minecraft? Here's all you need to know about the difference between Bedrock and Java, and how it affects you.