The only way to switch an existing world to Hardcore mode is to use a third-party app to edit the game's files. How to change game modes in 'Minecraft: Java Edition' 1.

In Java Edition, users can also change the game mode to Spectator. That feature is eventually coming to Bedrock, too, but for now, most crafters will lean towards either Creative or Survival mode.

Minecraft has evolved a lot in the last 10 years, adding a handful of game modes for variety. Here is how to switch between them on the fly.

In Minecraft, players will find themselves exploring almost-infinite worlds. Depending on the game mode, they will have different experiences in Minecraft.

From building new worlds to installing mods, you can do pretty much anything. When you start a "Minecraft" game, you have to pick one of several game modes to play in - Survival, Creative, Adventure, ...