The Minecraft Java and Bedrock Editions should remain separate (Image via Mojang Studios) Minecraft has two different editions: Java and Bedrock.

Minecraft Java is the earliest version of the game that was released as part of the original debut.

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If you're looking to get into Minecraft, you'll see people talking about these two versions, but what is the difference--and which one is best? Java vs. Bedrock: Why are there two versions?

Well, that's Minecraft for Windows 10, not Minecraft (Java Edition), which might be the version you're actually looking for.

Java is, by and large, the more powerful and feature-rich version of Minecraft, but it lacks the compatibility and cross-play support of its Bedrock cousin. Furthermore, Bedrock ...

After Pocket Editions, Console Editions, even Pi Editions, Minecraft has finally settled on two lanes of development for the incredibly popular title: the Java Edition, and the Bedrock Edition.