To download Bedrock Edition on PC, you have two official purchase paths: the Minecraft website or the Microsoft Store. This guide will get the game installed and running on your Windows 10 or 11 computer.
Check your system requirements
Before you download Bedrock Edition on PC, visit the official Minecraft website to check the current minimum specifications for your computer. Keeping your graphics drivers updated is essential for smooth performance and to prevent graphical issues.
Purchase and download the game
- Go to the official Minecraft website or open the Microsoft Store on your Windows PC.
- Search for "Minecraft" or "Minecraft Bedrock Edition" using the search bar.
- Select the edition you want and complete the purchase process. You may need to sign in with a Microsoft account.
- After purchase, the game will begin downloading automatically. If you purchased from the Microsoft Store, you can install Minecraft for Windows (Bedrock Edition) directly from the Microsoft Store without needing the Minecraft Launcher.
Install Minecraft Bedrock Edition
- Locate the downloaded installer file on your computer.
- Double-click the installer to start the process and follow the on-screen prompts.
- Choose the installation directory where you want the game installed, or accept the default location.
- Complete the setup, allowing any additional component installations that may be prompted for optimal performance.
Sign in with a Microsoft account
To unlock multiplayer features, you need to sign in with a Microsoft account. If you do not have one, you can create a new account through the Minecraft game screen or the Microsoft account creation page. Once created, open the game and enter your email and password when prompted to log in.
Launch the game and start playing
- Open Minecraft Bedrock Edition from your desktop icon or Start menu.
- On the title screen, click "Play" to proceed.
- Select an existing world or click "Create New" to start a fresh adventure.
- Adjust world settings such as game mode and difficulty before entering the game.
Next steps after installing Bedrock
Once you have the game installed, you can join a Realm to play with a persistent group of friends. You might wonder how much a realm in Minecraft costs, as it offers a private server experience for you and your invited players. You can also play with friends on other platforms thanks to cross-play, with Java and Bedrock players sharing a Realm if you want to unite both PC editions. For PC users on Windows 10 or later, the Bedrock Editor tool is available as a separate mode for creating custom content, though it is not available on mobile or console.
