There are many different ways to play Minecraft Java Edition. Although you may initially download the game from its official launcher, there are various other launcher clients dedicated to the ...

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.

If you want to get Minecraft on PC, there are two different versions you need to be aware of.

Our handy guide to installing Minecraft Forge for versions 1.18 to 1.20 to manage your mods and how to use the Minecraft Forge mod installer.

Unlike Bedrock players, Java players do not need to register for anything to download snapshot 22w03a. All development versions are available to each player having a copy of Minecraft Java Edition.