GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. How do you play with your friends in Minecraft? It all depends which version of the game you're playing, as it's one of the many Java vs. Bedrock ...

“I can put it down whenever I want.” — Every Minecraft user ever You might have a pre-teen in your household who can show you everything you could possibly want to know about Minecraft, but I’m just ...

There are three ways to play multiplayer in Minecraft: Java Edition, two of which are free. You can join a public server, create your own, or purchase a Minecraft Realm. If your friends are on the ...

Discover various ways to enjoy Minecraft multiplayer with friends, from local LAN play to online servers and Mojang-hosted Minecraft Realms. Explore different setups like free server hosting with ...

One of the biggest appeals of the console versions of Minecraft is that you can play splitscreen multiplayer, inviting a buddy along for you blocky adventure. While the PC version doesn’t have built ...

Creating, exploring, and taking on monsters in "Minecraft" is a uniquely immersive and boundless experience, but entering a world with friends is even more fun than going at it solo because you can ...

Minecraft Legends (the RTS spin-off of the Minecraft franchise) just arrived for all major consoles and PC. While the game doesn’t quite reach the heights of Minecraft Dungeons, it’s a fun little take ...

Want to dive into Minecraft Legends multiplayer to defend and attack against another team of PvP players? This Minecraft Legends mode is the perfect blend of base defence, PvP, and classic Minecraft ...

Minecraft has changed a lot since its early days, but one thing has stayed surprisingly consistent. Survival Multiplayer, better known as SMP, continues to be one of the most popular ways to ...

Minecraft can be a daunting game to beginners. Not only was the game massive when it launched in 2009, but after more than a decade of updates, Minecraft is bursting at the seams with content. If ...