However, Mojang also provides beta access in the form of Java snapshots and Bedrock previews. The latest entry in both has implemented something exciting for the Realms multiplayer feature.

The bottom line is that Java players simply cannot play with Bedrock players. Here is a small explanation and alternative methods of enjoying the sandbox game together.

Like Bedrock, mods, realms and skins can be used in the Java version of Minecraft, and the servers are always packed with people looking to play alongside you.

Bedrock Realms Plus includes an array of Marketplace packs and supports user-created content, while Java Realms includes community-created content but does not support the Minecraft Marketplace.

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

After a few years, Minecraft split into two different builds, the original Java one and the newer Bedrock version, and both are now joining forces.

Mojang has announced that Minecraft 's separate PC versions will finally be coming together in a bundle releasing on June 7. The new bundle, aptly titled Minecraft: Java and Bedrock Edition for PC ...

Minecraft: Java Edition is the original version of the game for computers, while Bedrock is a newer version available on nearly every device.