Minecraft Java Edition players won't always need to host or rent servers for multiplayer soon, as Mojang is adding the option ...

The Minecraft peer-to-peer Java Edition update adds a new way to connect, and a friends list feature that makes keeping track ...

Major multiplayer upgrade: Minecraft Java Edition Snapshot 7 introduces a Friends List and direct peer-to-peer world joining, ending the need for private servers in many cases. Bedrock parity boost: ...

The latest Minecraft Snapshot brings two huge multiplayer features to Java Edition, finally giving it parity with Bedrock ...

How do you test the latest Minecraft features? These snapshots are testing grounds for new Minecraft updates, providing Mojang with a way to introduce new blocks, biomes, and mobs before officially ...

Minecraft mods come in all shapes and sizes, either significantly altering the game or simply adding a few subtle features, like the Essential Mod does. If you’ve ever wondered what it did or why you ...

Minecraft Java Edition is finally getting a native Friends List and peer-to-peer multiplayer, letting players join each other’s worlds without setting up a server, Realms, or relying on third-party ...

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GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Mojang's sandbox game pivoted from one large update to four smaller drops per year over two years ago now. With the second game drop of 2026, Chaos ...

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