You'll need a Microsoft account to download Minecraft but that's no sweat to do. Choosing between the two versions, Java and ...

Millions of players worldwide take pleasure in playing Minecraft Java Edition, the original version of the game.

When you visit the Microsoft Store, search for Minecraft and choose to buy the Bedrock & Java Edition. From here, you have to sign into your Microsoft account if you are not already signed in.

Java and Bedrock Edition are two different versions of Minecraft. Both may look the same, but there are many differences, including their updating process.

Minecraft: Java Edition is the original version of the game for computers, while Bedrock is a newer version available on nearly every device.

With the release of The Wild update, Minecraft editions - Java and Bedrock - will be bundled into one purchase for Windows PC players.

"Minecraft" offers cross-platform play for both versions of the game — Bedrock and Java — but you can only play with users who own the same version.

What is the Minecraft Java and Minecraft Bedrock edition, and what are the differences between the two? Here’s everything you need to know ...