Java Edition players have their own version of Realms and can play with other Java players. Bedrock Edition is a better option when it comes to players looking for crossplay in Realms.

The bottom line is that Java players simply cannot play with Bedrock players. Here is a small explanation and alternative methods of enjoying the sandbox game together.

Java players and Bedrock players can’t team up and play together, even if they are both on PCs. The two versions just can’t work together. If you have a friend or group that plays Java, then ...

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.

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.

Minecraft Java Edition players can only cross-play with people on the same version, which is relegated to PC, Mac, and Linux.

While there are technically 14 different versions of Minecraft, almost everyone is playing either Minecraft: Java Edition or Minecraft: Bedrock Edition.

After a few years, Minecraft split into two different builds, the original Java one and the newer Bedrock version, and both are now joining forces.

Minecraft Java edition beta version There's a little bit more that's in the current Java snapshot version, as it's the only version at the moment with all the new mountain biomes.