Edition
Minecraft has several editions, some of which are discontinued.
Java Edition[edit | edit source]
Minecraft: Java Edition (formerly just Minecraft) is the original version of Minecraft, developed by Mojang Studios for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Notch began development on May 10, 2009, publicly releasing Minecraft on May 17, 2009. The full release of the game (version 1.0.0) was on November 18, 2011, at MINECON 2011. The latest version is 1.20.6.
Bedrock Edition[edit | edit source]
Minecraft: Bedrock Edition (only Minecraft on most platforms and in-game) refers to the multi-platform versions of Minecraft developed by Mojang Studios, Xbox Game Studios, and SkyBox Labs and based on the Bedrock codebase. The latest version is 1.20.81.
Legacy Console Edition[edit | edit source]
Legacy Console Edition is a discontinued term that refers collectively to several nearly identical editions of Minecraft developed by 4J Studios for game consoles. It comprises of:
- Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition
(Final version: TU75) - Minecraft: Xbox One Edition
(Final version: CU59) - Minecraft: PlayStation 3 Edition
(Final version: 1.84) - Minecraft: PlayStation 4 Edition
(Final version: 1.95) - Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition
(Final version: 1.84) - Minecraft: Wii U Edition
(Final version: Patch 43) - Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition
(Final version: 1.0.17)
Legacy Console Edition introduced new features such as a simplified crafting system, in-game tutorials, leaderboards, built-in mini games and split-screen multiplayer,[except PS Vita] as well as online multiplayer for up to 4[PS Vita only]/8[Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U, & Switch only]/16[Xbox One & PS4 only] players, which required the console's paid subscription service.[except Wii U] As with all editions, updates were free of charge.
Other[edit | edit source]
Minecraft 4k[edit | edit source]
Minecraft 4k was an edition of Minecraft developed for the 2010 Java 4K contest, where the entry games were required to be within four kibibytes (4096 bytes) in size.[1]
MinecraftEdu[edit | edit source]
MinecraftEdu is a sandbox indie educational video game written in Java, developed by TeacherGaming, published by E-Line Media, and licensed by Mojang Studios.[2] It was meant as an educational version of Minecraft. The final version was 1.8.9 Build 3.
Pi Edition[edit | edit source]
Minecraft: Pi Edition is a edition of Minecraft developed for the Raspberry Pi. It is based on Pocket Edition Alpha v0.6.1 but slightly cut down, containing a revised feature set and support for multiple programming languages. Pi Edition is intended as an educational tool for novice programmers. The final version was v0.1.1 alpha.
Minecraft Education[edit | edit source]
Minecraft Education (formerly Minecraft: Education Edition) is an educational edition of Minecraft specifically designed for classroom use. It is developed by Mojang Studios and Xbox Game Studios and has features that make Minecraft easy to use in a classroom setting. The latest version is 1.20.13.
China Edition[edit | edit source]
Minecraft: China Edition is a localized edition of Java and Bedrock editions for mainland China, developed by Mojang Studios and NetEase. The latest version is 1.14.4.43228 for Windows, for Android, and for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.
New Nintendo 3DS Edition[edit | edit source]
Minecraft: New Nintendo 3DS Edition is the edition of Minecraft developed by Other Ocean Interactive and Mojang Studios for the New Nintendo 3DS/2DS systems, but is not compatible with the original Nintendo 3DS/2DS systems. The final version was 1.9.19.
Minecraft Classic[edit | edit source]
Minecraft Classic is a JavaScript remake of Classic 0.0.23a_01, made to celebrate 10 years of Minecraft and was uploaded to the Minecraft website (built with Babylon.js library). This version can be played at classic.minecraft.net for free.
Pocket Edition[edit | edit source]
Minecraft: Pocket Edition (informally known as MCPE or PE) was the former title of the Bedrock Edition of Minecraft developed by Mojang Studios for mobile devices before 1.2.0.
List[edit | edit source]
Dates[edit | edit source]
| Edition | Released on | Discontinued on | Version | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Java Edition   
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May 17, 2009 | — | 1.20.6 | |
Bedrock Edition   
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📱 Mobile device | August 16, 2011 | 1.20.81 | |
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July 29, 2015 | 1.20.81 | ||
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April 27, 2016 | September 3, 2020 | 1.16.40 | |
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December 19, 2016 | August 7, 2017 | 1.1.5 | |
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December 19, 2016 | April 22, 2021 | 1.16.221 | |
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September 20, 2017 | — | 1.20.81 | |
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June 21, 2018 | 1.20.81 | ||
| PlayStation 4
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December 10, 2019 | 1.20.81 | ||
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September 22, 2020 | |||
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June 7, 2023 | 1.20.81 | ||
 Xbox Series X|S
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March 12, 2024 | 1.20.81 | ||
Minecraft Education 
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November 1, 2016 | 1.20.13 | ||
| China Edition
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August 8, 2017 | See China Edition | ||
| Legacy Console Edition |  Xbox 360 Edition
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May 9, 2012 | April 30, 2019 | TU75 |
 Xbox One Edition
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September 5, 2014 | April 9, 2024 | CU59 | |
| PlayStation 3 Edition
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December 17, 2013 | April 15, 2020 | 1.84 | |
| PlayStation 4 Edition
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September 4, 2014 | September 9, 2019 | 1.95 | |
| PlayStation Vita Edition
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October 14, 2014 | April 15, 2020 | 1.84 | |
| Wii U Edition
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December 17, 2015 | March 19, 2019 | Patch 43 | |
 Nintendo Switch Edition
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May 11, 2017 | June 21, 2018 | 1.0.17 | |
| Other editions |  🌐 Minecraft 4k
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December 2, 2009 | December 4, 2009 | N/A |
| MinecraftEdu
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November 5, 2011 | April 5, 2016 | 1.8.9 Build 3 | |
 (ARM only) Pi Edition
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February 11, 2013 | v0.1.1 alpha | ||
 New Nintendo 3DS Edition
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September 13, 2017 | January 15, 2019 | 1.9.19 | |
| 🌐 Minecraft Classic | May 7, 2019 | — | N/A | |
Notes[edit | edit source]
- ↑ The official Bedrock Edition for PCs, mobile devices, consoles, TVs, and VR devices.
- ↑ Before the release of the Better Together Update, the Bedrock Edition was split into many different platform editions.
- ↑ The official Legacy Console Edition for consoles.
- ↑ The Xbox One and Nintendo Switch editions, unlike the other editions listed, could not be updated directly into Bedrock Edition. Bedrock Edition had to be bought separately from the Legacy Console Edition versions, excluding the PlayStation 4 Edition. However, those who purchased said Legacy Console Editions received a free digital copy of the Bedrock Edition upon it coming to the console, and things like worlds and skin packs could be transferred to the Bedrock Edition.
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Minecraft 4k (very early build)" (archived) by Markus_Persson – Java-Gaming.org, December 3, 2009.
- ↑ https://help.mojang.com/customer/en/portal/articles/325947-where-can-i-buy-minecraft-
See also[edit | edit source]
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