You'll need a Microsoft account to download Minecraft but that's no sweat to do. Choosing between the two versions, Java and ...

Although Minecraft fans have various means to play Java Edition for free, including the game's demo as well as Minecraft Classic, these options are limited.

Here's how to download Minecraft snapshots, whether you're on Bedrock or Java edition so you can play future updates early.

Microsoft’s free Minecraft for Windows 10 giveaway ends at midnight for Java players Legacy Minecraft: Java Edition players can still snag free codes to the Windows 10 Edition until midnight.

Install all Minecraft versions (Bedrock Edition, Java Edition, Education Edition, Classic) on Chromebook (ChromeOS), with or without Linux by following these instructions.