Why does Minecraft have two versions?
Java Edition is the current form of the original Minecraft game that was first launched on PC only. As Minecraft grew in popularity, different editions of Minecraft were developed for Xbox, Playstation, Nintendo, etc. All editions at this point were separate games and could not interact with each other cross platform.
Why are Java and Bedrock different?
A major difference between Java and Bedrock is the world format. Bedrock uses the LevelDB format for world storage, while Java uses the Anvil format. Due to this, most third-party tools created for editing a world will only work in the version for which it was created.
Which Minecraft version is best?
Which version you want will depend a little bit on your needs. If you're playing on a console or mobile device--an Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, or Android/iOS device, you'll be playing Bedrock. If you're one of the few and proud that plays on a Linux device, you're going to be playing Java.
Do I own both versions of Minecraft?
If you have registered your Minecraft: Java Edition account with a Microsoft account, you now also own Minecraft: Bedrock Edition.
Is Java or Bedrock better?
What's new in Minecraft 1.20 3?
Is Minecraft 1.20 bedrock?
What's new in Minecraft 1.20 4?
Why do people prefer Java over bedrock?
What will Minecraft 1.21 add?
Is Minecraft Bedrock infinite?