Minecraft for Windows, while having its own distinct name, is almost completely indistinguishable from Bedrock Edition on other platforms since it runs on the same Bedrock C++ codebase.

Minecraft's two primary editions combined draw in millions of fans worldwide, but it's no secret that some players prefer one version of the game over the other.

The official Minecraft channel took to X to reveal the news: Happy ghasts, ghastlings, and more are now available for testing in Bedrock Edition preview and beta – coming soon to Java snapshot.

If you want to change simulation distance in Minecraft in Bedrock, Java, or Multiplayer to get a better gaming experience, this guide is for you.