You'll need a Microsoft account to download Minecraft but that's no sweat to do. Choosing between the two versions, Java and Bedrock, is much easier than it used to be. There is no wrong choice as ...

Minecraft is available for download on the Google Play Store for Android devices. Downloading the game through third-party websites is both risky and amounts to piracy.

Importantly, Minecraft Java mods tend to be free, while Bedrock add-ons can be either free or paid downloads in the Minecraft Marketplace.

How to Play Minecraft For Free on PC, Mac, PS5, and Xbox Minecraft is a phenomenon that continues to take the world by storm even 12 years after its full release.