I recently discovered an interesting game-programming contest with entertaining prizes, which I encourage Java Fun and Games readers to enter. Java Unlimited is a free service that promotes Java games ...

Minecraft comes in two main flavors — Java Edition and Bedrock Edition — and while they share the same core game, they differ in platforms, performance, and features. Java is PC-only, prized by ...

In the 1980s, people flocked to arcades to play Pacman, Space Invaders, Frogger, Donkey Kong, and other games. These classics are still fun to play: If you’ve never played one of these arcade games, ...

One of my main takeaways from Oracle Code One 2019 was what needed to be done to ensure that the Java programming language remains as popular in the future as it is today. The ability to win the ...

Dive into Java-specific coding challenges on HackerRank, covering a wide range of topics from data structures to algorithms. Sharpen your Java skills while tackling real-world problems. Codewars is a ...

Java edition is the PC-exclusive version of Minecraft that the title was originally launched as, while Bedrock Edition is available for a much wider range of platforms. In a blog posted yesterday ...

Java remains a powerful choice for building 2D games, thanks to its portability, robust libraries, and beginner-friendly frameworks. From mastering the game loop to rendering smooth graphics, ...

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. The demo is time-restricted before it boots ...

It took a while, but you'll soon need a Microsoft account to play any of Mojang's games. Minecraft developer Mojang has announced that a Microsoft account will be required to play its various games ...

If you play the Java version of Minecraft, you’re going to want to update it immediately. That’s because Microsoft warned players on Friday of a serious security risk in the game. The “vulnerability ...