It might surprise you to find out that Minecraft isn't a free-to-play title. However, you can access a demo of the game on PC or play a 2009 version for free.

Although Minecraft fans have various means to play Java Edition for free, including the game's demo as well as Minecraft Classic, these options are limited.

Minecraft: Java Edition has a free trial that players can try before making a purchase. The trial version allows players to figure out whether they will enjoy the game or not.