If you’ve ever played Minecraft on your phone and wondered whether it’s the Java or Bedrock edition, you’re not alone. The version of Minecraft on mobile is often called “Pocket Edition,” but that ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. While you may be limited to which version of Minecraft you can play based on the device you're using, there are some important differences between ...

There is an age-long debate about which Minecraft edition is better: Java or Bedrock. While Java fans joke about Bedrock being plagued by bugs and not having enough mods, there are several aspects in ...

James Ratcliff joined GameRant in 2022 as a Gaming News Writer. In 2023, James was offered a chance to become an occasional feature writer for different games and then a Senior Author in 2025. He is a ...

Minecraft: Java Edition, which is written in the Java programming language. This is expected to make it easier for users to create, update, and debug mods. Minecraft: Java Edition is a version of ...

Jul. 29, 2025 @ 10:20 a.m. ET — It only took a week, but Minecraft: Java Edition players can now begin testing the new shelves (basically customizable loadouts) and Copper Golem statues with Snapshot ...

Looking ahead: The first official visual upgrade in Minecraft's 16-year history was released last June for Bedrock Edition players. However, the original Java version has a long road ahead of it ...