Every Platform You Can Play Minecraft On (2024)

Minecraft exists in two main editions — Java Edition (PC/Mac/Linux) and Bedrock Edition (everything else). Cross-play works only within each edition (Java↔Java, Bedrock↔Bedrock).

Java Edition (Original, Most Moddable)

• Windows 10/11 — Launcher from minecraft.net or Microsoft Store.
• macOS 10.14+ — Same launcher.
• Linux — .deb/.rpm/tar.gz from minecraft.net; Flatpak (Flathub) easiest.
• ChromeOS (Linux support) — Via Debian container.
• Raspberry Pi 4 (64-bit OS) — Via Pi-Apps or manual JVM + LWJGL.

Bedrock Edition (Cross-Platform, Marketplace, Controllers)

• Windows 10/11 — Microsoft Store (Minecraft for Windows).
• Xbox One / Series X|S — Digital / disc.
• PlayStation 4 / 5 — PS Store.
• Nintendo Switch — eShop / cartridge.
• iOS / iPadOS — App Store.
• Android / ChromeOS — Google Play / Amazon Appstore.
• Fire TV / Fire Tablet — Amazon Appstore.
• Samsung Gear VR / Oculus Quest (via Link/Air Link) — VR mode.
• PlayStation VR / PSVR2 — VR mode (PS4/5 versions).

Special Versions

• Education Edition: Schools/organizations (Windows, Mac, iPad, Chromebook). Code Builder, Chemistry, Classroom Mode.
• China Edition: NetEase-operated, free, exclusive content — mainland China only.
• Pi Edition (Legacy): Free, creative only, Python API — discontinued but runs on Pi.

Cross-Play Matrix

Choose Based On

• Mods, shaders, technical redstone, servers: Java.
• Play with friends on consoles/phones, Marketplace, RTX (Win10), VR: Bedrock.
• Both: Buy "Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC" bundle (single purchase).