
Players in Minecraft are given a multitude of different tools to survive against enemies and to exercise their creativity, allowing for ingenious creations like an impressive Minecraft map room with a glass floor.

Minecraft made its way onto consoles and mobile devices not long after, further increasing its massive player base. The game first launched on Microsoft Windows, macOS and Linux back in 2011 and has been a phenomenon ever since. Known as one of the best-selling games of all time, Minecraft has certainly had a storied history, cultivating dedicated fanbases both on PC and on consoles. This means that players will be able to download and play the game on platforms that support Java as well as those that do not. Minecraft will be available with Xbox Game Pass on April 4, so there’s less than a month to wait! UPDATE: Much less than a month, because it's April 4 today! It’ll be the Bedrock version of the game, which has cross-play with Nintendo Switch, Windows 10, Gear VR, iOS and Android.Xbox Game Passsubscribers will soon get the chance to experience Minecraft's Bedrock and Java editions on PC. Don’t dig straight down or hug Creepers, and you’ll do just fine.įor those already in the Minecraft community, rejoice! You’ll soon be able to play with your friends who are Xbox Game Pass members.


You can learn more about Xbox Game Pass, and try your first month for just $1, here.Īre you already an Xbox Game Pass member, but new to Minecraft? In that case, welcome to our global community and fun crafting game! There’s always something new to discover, whether it’s our recent Update Aquatic that filled Minecraft’s seas with new life, or the upcoming Village and Pillage update that’s going to be Minecraft’s biggest expansion yet! Click here to learn more about Minecraft. I think it’s brilliant, and I’m not just saying that because I'm worried my subscription will get cancelled if I don’t.

For the uninitiated, an Xbox Game Pass membership gives you access to over a hundred great games for one low monthly price.
