To get into the Minecraft beta on Java edition on PC, you'll need to follow these steps: Install the Minecraft Java client by logging into your account and downloading it.

Rather than enrolling in a dedicated beta program, Minecraft: Java Edition allows you to select a slice of pre-release software for you to try.

Minecraft's latest betas have introduced a new functionality to Realms (Image via Mojang) Minecraft continues to evolve thanks to a sequence of free in-game updates for both Java and Bedrock Edition.

For those using Minecraft’s Java Edition, you’ll need to purchase a Realm from the Minecraft website. Keep in mind that Bedrock Edition players cannot play on the same servers as Java players.

For the Java version, you will need to host a server and subscribe to Realms for Java edition. For the Bedrock edition, Realms can be subscribed to via the marketplace.

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The "Minecraft: Java Edition" is the classic version of "Minecraft" still updated in tandem with the Bedrock version. It is available on Mac, PC, and Linux with its own siloed Realms cross play.