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

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.

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

While both of these versions might be named Minecraft, they're very distinct from one another. This article lists five of the biggest differences between Bedrock and Java.