Minecraft
Minecraft is Mojang Studios’ sandbox game of blocks, survival and building, and the best-selling video game of all time. It comes in two versions — Java Edition and Bedrock Edition — and updates several times a year in themed “game drops”. The latest is Wilderness Bound (Java 26.3), and the winter drop, 26.4, is in testing now.
| Developer | Mojang Studios |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Mojang Studios / Xbox Game Studios |
| Full release | 18 November 2011 |
| Latest release | Java 26.3 “Wilderness Bound” · Bedrock 26.50 |
| Next update | 26.4 winter drop (date not announced) |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS |
| Price (PC) | $29.99 — Java & Bedrock together |
| Sales | Over 300 million copies (October 2023) |
| Next film | A Minecraft Movie Squared — 23 July 2027 |
Latest versions (live from Mojang)
- Latest release: Java Edition 26.3 — 2026-09-15
- Latest snapshot: 26.4 Snapshot 8 — 2026-11-10
Every game drop
| Java | Bedrock | Name | Released | What it added |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.21.4 | — | The Garden Awakens | 2024-12-03 | The pale garden biome and the creaking, a mob that only moves when you are not looking. |
| 1.21.5 | — | Spring to Life | 2025-03-25 | New looks for farm animals and more ambient life in the Overworld. |
| 1.21.6 | — | Chase the Skies | 2025-06-17 | The happy ghast — a ghast you can ride through the sky with friends. |
| 1.21.9 | — | The Copper Age | 2025-09-30 | The copper golem and a set of copper tools, armour and blocks. |
| 1.21.11 | — | Mounts of Mayhem | 2025-12-09 | Mounted combat, with new weapons and mounts. The last version numbered 1.x. |
| 26.1 | 26.10 | Tiny Takeover | 2026-03-24 | The first year-numbered version: craftable name tags, remodelled baby mobs and the golden dandelion. |
| 26.2 | 26.30 | Chaos Cubed | 2026-06-16 | Sulfur caves, sulfur cubes, and new sulfur and cinnabar block sets. |
| 26.3 | 26.50 | Wilderness Bound | 2026-09-15 | Dappled forests, abandoned camps, poplar wood, wool and concrete slabs and stairs, and better maps. |
| 26.4 | 26.70 | Winter drop (fourth drop of 2026) | Not announced | Ice caves, frostbite, ice balls and a new Freezing effect. In weekly snapshots since 22 September 2026; release date not yet announced. |
Prices and editions
| Edition | Price (US) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Java & Bedrock Edition for PC Windows · Java also on macOS and Linux | $29.99 | Java Edition — mods, community servers, snapshots; Bedrock Edition — cross-play with consoles and phones; One account, both games |
| Deluxe Collection (PC) Java & Bedrock plus Marketplace extras | $39.99 | Java & Bedrock Edition for PC; 1,600 Minecoins; Maps, skin packs and a texture pack; Character Creator items and emotes |
| Minecraft for consoles Xbox · PlayStation · Nintendo Switch (Bedrock) | $19.99–$29.99 | Bedrock Edition; Cross-play with PC and mobile; Price depends on console and store sales |
| Minecraft for phones Android · iOS (Bedrock) | $6.99 | Bedrock Edition; Cross-play with PC and consoles; Price varies by country |
Minecraft guide
- Latest Minecraft version: Java 26.3 and Bedrock 26.50 (live)
- Minecraft 26.4: the winter 2026 drop — ice caves, frostbite and release date
- Every Minecraft game drop: 2024 to 2026
- Minecraft price and editions: PC, consoles, phones and Deluxe
- Minecraft Java vs Bedrock: the differences, and which to get
- How to play Minecraft snapshots and previews
- A Minecraft Movie Squared: release date and what we know
- Official Minecraft wallpapers: desktop, tablet and phone
- Minecraft news and new versions
Latest Minecraft news
What is the latest Minecraft version?
Java Edition 26.3 “Wilderness Bound” (15 September 2026); Bedrock 26.50. This hub reads Mojang’s version list live.
When is the next Minecraft update?
26.4, the winter drop, is in snapshot testing; Mojang has not announced a date.
How much does Minecraft cost?
$29.99 on PC for Java & Bedrock together; about $19.99–$29.99 on consoles; $6.99 on phones (US).
What is the difference between Java and Bedrock?
Java is PC-only with mods and community servers; Bedrock runs on consoles, phones and Windows with cross-play between them.
Is there a Minecraft 2 movie?
Yes — A Minecraft Movie Squared, in cinemas on 23 July 2027.
How many copies has Minecraft sold?
Over 300 million, as of October 2023.
References
- Minecraft — Wikipedia
- Minecraft: Java Edition version manifest — Mojang
- Fourth Drop 2026 — Minecraft Wiki
- Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC — Minecraft.net
- A Minecraft Movie Squared — Wikipedia
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