The Minecraft Java and Bedrock editions are no more - please welcome the Minecraft Java and Bedrock Edition, which is coming in June to fussy PC players ...

New to Minecraft? Here's all you need to know about the difference between Bedrock and Java, and how it affects you.

Java Edition is based on Java, and Bedrock Edition is based on C++. Another reason for no crossplay is that both editions are still vastly different in terms of features.

One of the longest-running divides in the Minecraft community is the one between Java and Bedrock. Java is the original version of the game, while Bedrock is the Microsoft-funded rewrite in C++.

Should you play Minecraft Java or Bedrock, and what are the differences between the two versions of Mojang's survival game?

Minecraft Bedrock Edition comes with some unique features that are not present in the Java version. It includes crossplay across various platforms and smoother performance.