Minecraft: Java Edition
Released November 18, 2011 on PC, Linux and Mac
About Minecraft: Java Edition
Minecraft: Java Edition is a survival sandbox game released on November 18, 2011, for Linux, PC, and Mac. It is the original version of the Minecraft series, developed and published by Mojang Studios. Listed under the Simulator and Adventure genres, it is played in first person, third person, or virtual reality, and it supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative, split screen, and massively multiplayer online modes.
The game is set in a fantasy world with an open-world feel and a Kids theme. Players can explore, mine for ore, fight hostile mobs, and craft blocks and tools from gathered resources. Redstone circuits, minecarts, and a dimension called the Nether are also part of the experience.
Building is at the center of play, with players creating structures and artwork on their own single-player maps or on multiplayer servers. Travel to the End and a fight with the ender dragon are available as an optional goal. The game carries an ESRB E10+ rating and a PEGI 7 rating.
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Minecraft: Java Edition FAQ
When did Minecraft: Java Edition come out?
Minecraft: Java Edition came out on November 18, 2011.
What platforms is Minecraft: Java Edition on?
Minecraft: Java Edition came out on PC, Linux and Mac.
Who made Minecraft: Java Edition?
Minecraft: Java Edition is developed by Mojang Studios and published by Mojang Studios.
Is Minecraft: Java Edition multiplayer?
Yes. Minecraft: Java Edition supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative, split screen and massively multiplayer online (mmo).
What is Minecraft: Java Edition rated?
Minecraft: Java Edition is rated ESRB E10+ (Everyone 10+) and PEGI 7.
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