Is Minecraft: Java Edition cross-platform?
Minecraft: Java Edition crossplay
Yes Minecraft: Java Edition supports crossplay between PC, Mac and Linux.
On PC, the crossplay version is the Xbox app one.
Last checked October 10, 2026
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Quick answers
- Can PC and Mac players play Minecraft: Java Edition together?
- Yes. PC and Mac are in the same crossplay group. On PC that covers Xbox app.
- Can PC and Linux players play Minecraft: Java Edition together?
- Yes. PC and Linux are in the same crossplay group. On PC that covers Xbox app.
- Can Mac and Linux players play Minecraft: Java Edition together?
- Yes. Mac and Linux are in the same crossplay group.
Minecraft: Java Edition trailer and screenshots
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Multiplayer at a glance
- Online co-op
- Yes
- Split screen
- Yes
- LAN co-op
- Yes
- Type
- MMO
From IGDB's multiplayer data; modes can differ by platform.
Sources
- help.minecraft.net
- Wikipedia: List of video games that support cross-platform play (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- IGDB entry (release and multiplayer details)
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