How many Minecraft games are there?

Minecraft is a franchise developed largely by Mojang Studios and centered around the video game of the same name. It consists of five video games, along with various books, merchandise and events, and an upcoming theatrical film.
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What are the 17 editions of Minecraft?

Editions
  • Java Edition. Main article: Java Edition. ...
  • Bedrock Edition. Main article: Bedrock Edition. ...
  • Legacy Console Edition. Main article: Legacy Console Edition. ...
  • Education Edition. Main article: Education Edition. ...
  • New Nintendo 3DS Edition. Main article: New Nintendo 3DS Edition. ...
  • Edition comparison. Edition.
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How many series of Minecraft are there?

Minecraft Series (45 Titles)
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Is Minecraft ever 2?

Microsoft is looking to expand the universe of "Minecraft" with new games — and even announced one — but isn't looking to create a sequel, according to Microsoft's head of "Minecraft," Helen Chiang.
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What will 1.20 be in Minecraft?

The End Update is a major Minecraft Update released on August 6th, 2021. It completely overhauls and revamps The End Dimension and adds a massive amount of content. It also includes 6 new biomes in the End and a revamp of Bows.
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Minecraft GAMES TIER LIST



Which Minecraft should I buy?

If you want to play Minecraft with friends who own other systems, your best bet is to buy Minecraft: Bedrock Edition. The Bedrock version has cross-play, meaning you can play with a friend even if you're on PC and they're on a Nintendo Switch, for example. The Java version only allows you to play with other Java users.
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Which Minecraft version is best?

The Java Edition is the most open-sourced option for users, making it the best choice for modders and for those who prefer PC gaming. Many of the players who use the Java Edition have been playing the game since Minecraft originated. The PC Edition brings with it the largest Minecraft community.
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Is Bedrock or Java better?

When it comes to performance and visuals, the Java Edition has a higher ceiling, and manages to look and play better on high-performing gaming PCs. Bedrock, however, is designed to play more smoothly and with more stability on lower-end machines.
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What Minecraft games free?

The first one is known as Minecraft Classic. This is basically a free version of Minecraft with limited gameplay. One can explore the world of Minecraft and can play with up to nine friends. The next one is the Bedrock version.
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What type of Minecraft do I have?

Simply look at the bottom of Minecraft's title screen. At the bottom right or bottom left, you should see a number. (1.14. 4, 1.13, etc.)
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Why are there so many Minecraft versions?

Because it was Java-based, Minecraft could run on various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. Mobile devices, such as iPhone, iPad, and Android smartphones, aren't able to run Java. To release Minecraft on those devices, new versions were written.
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What are the 3 versions of Minecraft?

What are the different versions of Minecraft?
  • Minecraft Bedrock. Devices: Windows 10, Windows 10 Phone, iOS (iPhone and iPad), Android. ...
  • Minecraft Java. Devices: Microsoft Windows, Apple's MacOS, Linux. ...
  • Minecraft Education. Devices: Windows 10, Mac OSX El Capitan, iOS 9+ ...
  • Minecraft Legacy Console.
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Why is it called Minecraft?

About this time Markus, after discussing the matter with some friends at the TIGSource forum, decided to call his game Minecraft . The name was a combination of the words mine, for mining ore in shafts, and craft, as in building or creating something.
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How many updates of Minecraft are there?

“Minecraft” stayed in beta for almost two years as players edited it and improved the game, and it was finally released by Notch on Dec. 20, 2010, as “Minecraft” version 1.0. This is also known as the adventure update. Since then there have been 17 groups of updates, each adding different features to the game.
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Is Minecraft for free?

Aside from the price of the game itself, Minecraft is free. Dozens of optional add-ons are available for purchase from the in-game store, like sets of “skins” that change a character's appearance (superheroes and monsters are popular picks) and massive prebuilt worlds with unique structures.
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What version of Minecraft do most YouTubers use?

A considerable chunk of Minecraft YouTubers plays on the Java Edition. On the surface level, both Java and Bedrock Edition are almost somehow the same.
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What is the best Minecraft seed?

The best Minecraft seeds are:
  • Archipelago.
  • Underwater Temple.
  • Bamboo and Lava.
  • Bamboo Jungle Temple.
  • Coastal Village.
  • Endless Beach.
  • Frozen Wasteland.
  • Ice Spikes.
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What is the difference between Minecraft and Minecraft: Java Edition?

PC only – Java Edition will run on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Mods – Download community-made mods to change your gameplay experience. Resource Intensive – Java Edition requires higher computer specifications to run smoothly. No Cross-Play – Java Edition users can only play with other Java users.
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What's better Minecraft Java or Windows?

Objectively speaking, the quality of Java mode is higher than the standard of Minecraft Windows 10 mods. After all, the original edition of Windows 10 version was designed for mobile devices, so the modified scene will always be catching up.
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What are the two types of Minecraft?

Most articles and support on this website cover Minecraft: Java Edition, or Minecraft for mobile devices, Windows, and Xbox. However, different versions of the game are available on many platforms.
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Who was herobrine?

Who is Herobrine? Herobrine is a fictional creepypasta character with glowing white eyes rumored to stalk the computer game Minecraft.
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Why was Minecraft Story mode Cancelled?

In November 2018, Telltale Games began the process of closing down the studio due to financial issues. Most of its games started to become delisted from digital storefronts, including Minecraft: Story Mode. According to GOG.com, they had to pull the title due to "expiring licensing rights".
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Will among us have a movie?

The film's pre-production was finished in 2022, and a trailer was released in July. Originally set to release in October 2022, the film was pushed back to February 2023 for undisclosed reasons.
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