The huge popularity of Minecraft didn't come without its problems, one of which was the fact that the game was developed in Java. This is the version that some players prefer, for a laundry list of reasons. However, for a long time, the standard edition of the game has been the Bedrock edition and was renamed simply ' Minecraft ' in the year 2017.
Confused? The differences are very important to those invested in Minecraft, with the most significant being the fact that it's simpler to modify the Java version. However you play the game, there was one major flaw on PC as you had to buy both versions separately. Mojang and Microsoft have announced that the two versions of the game, which many consider to be the most successful of all time, will now be combined into Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition (PC) as of tomorrow June 7.
That's some inspired naming right there. This gives purchasers access to both editions of the game, and is the "only version of the vanilla Minecraft on Windows PC. Of course, you'll be able to play with either Java or Bedrock players by opening the version your friends are playing."
Players with one of the versions will be upgraded to the duo pack edition. Mojang warns that it could take some time to roll out completely, but all Minecraft Launcher owners should see the new version appear immediately within the next few days.
"To be crystal clear, Java and Bedrock will remain separate games with their unique features," says Mojang in the blog post announcing the change. "The only difference is that now you get both games in the default settings when you purchase Minecraft for Windows PC. You can access both games from the same launcher."
Over the years, the split between versions has been controversial. Java players were upset when Microsoft demanded they create a Microsoft account. This change appears to make sense and be beneficial to players.
Minecraft is in remarkable health. Players are waiting for the huge Wilds update (opens new tab). In real life, it is still a constant presence particularly in French president Macron's campaign for re-election (opens in new tab) (though I wonder how many people who visit that server could vote). And , of course, no matter what edition they're using continue to create the most amazing of visual spectacles in this crowded and endlessly creative world (opens in a new tab).
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