Minecraft: Java Edition is made better with mods, and we have everything you need to know to install and play with mods on Windows PCs.

If you want to download and use Minecraft on your Windows computer for free, check out the three methods mentioned in this post.

By our count, we've got six Minecraft Editions listed below, from the two main ones - Bedrock and Java - to more niche ones, such as Education Edition.

Importantly, Minecraft Java mods tend to be free, while Bedrock add-ons can be either free or paid downloads in the Minecraft Marketplace.

If you're a seasoned Minecraft Java edition player you'll wonder exactly why anyone would want to pay for maps, texture packs and skins when you can just download them for free from Forge? Aside ...

What are the main differences between Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition Beta and classic Minecraft? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

Java owners of Minecraft can get a free copy of the Windows 10 game by heading to Mojang’s website. But the deadline date is April 20 to claim their free copy.

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.

Minecraft for Windows 10 also has controller support, which is missing from the Java Edition. If you're used to playing Minecraft on a console or mobile device, the transition will probably be ...