New to Minecraft? Here's all you need to know about the difference between Bedrock and Java, and how it affects you.

Here's what you should know about the differences in Minecraft Java and Bedrock for Windows before you choose which to install.

Minecraft Java Edition players can only cross-play with people on the same version, which is relegated to PC, Mac, and Linux.

However, Bedrock Edition does not have this issue, as this version was written in C++, a generally more efficient and quicker programming language than Java.

The Minecraft Java and Bedrock Editions should remain separate (Image via Mojang Studios) Minecraft has two different editions: Java and Bedrock.

Microsoft's official announcement post also references cross-play, which would seem to imply that Java and Bedrock Edition players will finally be able to play together.

The Minecraft Java and Bedrock editions are no more - please welcome the Minecraft Java and Bedrock Edition, which is coming in June to fussy PC players ...

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

With both Java and Bedrock Editions, players can switch between modes, experiment with new updates, and access thousands of mods, texture packs, and mini-games.