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

"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.

Run Minecraft Java on your Steam Deck with my straightforward step-by-step guide, using Prism Launcher to keep things simple.

How do you play with your friends in Minecraft? It all depends which version of the game you're playing, as it's one of the many Java vs. Bedrock differences. We'll cover the prerequisites for ...