The Java Edition of Minecraft is often considered to be the quintessential Minecraft experience by many hardcore Minecraft fans. So it stands to reason that Mojang would offer a way to test upcoming updates before their official release. Mojang often releases updates for Minecraft: Java Edition several weeks or even months before cross-platform Bedrock Edition. The beta for Minecraft: Java Edition differs from other beta programs you may have been a part of. Mojang releases snapshots, instead of asking you to enroll in a beta programme. These are miniature versions that you can run in your own Minecraft installation, to test new updates. Snapshots are released periodically, so be sure to check in from time to time for news on the latest releases. How to use Minecraft Snapshots Don't be afraid of the complexity of Minecraft: Java Edition's snapshots. Although none of the betas are difficult to take part in, the Java Edition is by far the easiest. Here's the step by step. Open the Minecraft Launcher on your PC. It's all about ed This is the Java Edition Minecraft Launcher. You will need it installed on your PC. Find the Installations tab at the top of the Launcher and click it. You can manage different game versions through the Installations tab, including snapshots. 1. You will find a few boxes in the upper right-hand side. Find Snapshots and select the box next to it. After a few moments, you should see the latest snapshot appear in the list of versions you have to choose from. 1. Once the snapshot has been displayed, you can click the green play button next to it. The Minecraft Launcher will take a moment to prepare and download the new snapshot, then Minecraft should start up like normal. 1. And you're good to play! It's that simple. Wrapping up Once you're done messing around with the snapshot, you can choose the vanilla Minecraft version to play it instead. The best part about the Java Edition beta is that it doesn't require you to choose one. You can switch between the two programs as often as you wish, without needing to jump through hoops and enroll in new programs. Do you have any crazy stories about times you tried playing a snapshot? What's been your favorite one? Please comment below!
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