The number of Minecraft multiplayer servers out there is nearly endless, though some are certainly preferable to others.

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

This means that Java players can only play with other Java players, and the same goes for Bedrock. In order to play with friends on Java Edition, you'll need to be part of a server.

The two editions of Minecraft do have important differences. These are all the things you should consider when deciding between Minecraft Bedrock and Java.

If you want to convert Minecraft Bedrock world to Java and enjoy the host of mods, shaders, and texture packs, you're in luck.

The version of Minecraft that you can grab on consoles, mobile devices, and through the Microsoft Store, is referred to as the Bedrock Edition.

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

Which version of Minecraft should you buy? We have your answer right here.

Minecraft: Java Edition is the original version of the game for computers, while Bedrock is a newer version available on nearly every device.

After Pocket Editions, Console Editions, even Pi Editions, Minecraft has finally settled on two lanes of development for the incredibly popular title: the Java Edition, and the Bedrock Edition.