How to Buy and Install Minecraft on (Almost) Anything: Where to Download, What Version, and More Punch a tree.

If you want to download Java 64-bit or 32-bit on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 computer then follow the method mentioned here.

Most Minecraft players need not worry because, at this point, a 64-bit operating system is standard, especially for Windows and MacOS users.

Minecraft is available on several different platforms, albeit different versions of the game. On PC, players can play either the Java Edition or Bedrock Edition (with Windows 10).

Microsoft’s free Minecraft for Windows 10 giveaway ends at midnight for Java players Legacy Minecraft: Java Edition players can still snag free codes to the Windows 10 Edition until midnight.

If you missed your chance the first time around, Mojang has allowed more players to redeem their free copy of Minecraft on Windows 10 if they already own the Java Edition.

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