In order to download the Trial Version of Minecraft: Java Edition, simply head over to the official Minecraft website and try the game for free. Go to the official Minecraft website, link here.

Minecraft: Java Edition has remained the most popular way to enjoy the game, but it is not free-to-play. However, there are more than a few ways to enjoy Java Edition without necessarily paying ...

If you want to download and use Minecraft on your Windows computer for free, check out the three methods mentioned in this post.

It might surprise you to find out that Minecraft isn't a free-to-play title. However, you can access a demo of the game on PC or play a 2009 version for free.

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.

Using Linux app support to install Minecraft Java Edition The Minecraft Java Edition for Linux will only work on x86 systems. This method will not work for you if you have an ARM-based Chromebook.