One of the first things about Minecraft you’ll notice is needing to decide which type or version to use. Bedrock and Java exist and to the untrained eye, neither ...

The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.101 update is out now, and this version introduces some major changes and improvements to the visual assets and other gameplay mechanics. Among an array of performance ...

Have you ever gone back and forth between Minecraft Java and Bedrock and felt like you were playing a completely different game? Don’t worry. There have been unexpected (and often frustrating) ...

Minecraft has moved away from its numbered updates, meaning we’re now getting smaller (but more frequent) patches. As such, you’ll need to know just how to update Minecraft on Bedrock or Java for your ...

Playing Minecraft solo can be peaceful and rewarding, but nothing beats the fun of building, surviving, and exploring with friends. Whether you want to start a private survival world or host creative ...

Minecraft remains one of the most popular sandbox games, offering endless creativity and adventure. However, players often face a choice between two major editions: Java and Bedrock. While platform ...

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 ...

In an age when many live service games of its kind have pivoted to a free-to-play business model, Minecraft stubbornly remains a premium experience. During a recent interview with IGN, developer ...

Players can enjoy Minecraft for free in 2025 through a few options like free trials and subscription services. Free trials, which allow you to play the game for a few hours, are available for both ...

The Technic Launcher is a user-friendly tool for managing and playing Minecraft mods. It simplifies finding, installing, and playing modpacks, enhancing the Minecraft experience with new features and ...

Community driven content discussing all aspects of software development from DevOps to design patterns. The latest long-term support (LTS) release of the JDK is Java 21, which was released in ...

Bart Simon receives funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada. Darren Wershler receives funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada.