Minecraft Pocket Edition was the 2011 mobile release of Mojang’s sandbox phenomenon. Over the years it grew to match the console and Windows versions, and in 2017 the Pocket Edition name was dropped when it became part of Minecraft Bedrock Edition. The app on Google Play today is the full game with the same updates, mobs and biomes as other platforms.
That shared codebase is the big selling point. You can join friends on Xbox, PlayStation, Switch or Windows through cross play, carry Marketplace items across devices with your Microsoft account, and pick up your worlds whether you have five minutes on the bus or a whole weekend.
Minecraft Pocket Edition Game Information
| Developer | Mojang Studios |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Release Date | August 2011 (Pocket Edition), now part of Minecraft Bedrock Edition |
| Genre | Sandbox Survival |
| Game Modes | Single-player, local and online multiplayer |
| Platforms | Android, iOS, Windows, Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch |
| Price | Paid, check the store for the current price |
| Official Store | Google Play |
Minecraft Pocket Edition Gameplay Overview
Every world is generated from a seed, so no two maps are alike. In Survival you punch trees, craft tools, build a shelter before the first night and slowly work your way to diamonds, enchanting and the Nether. Creative mode removes all limits and gives you unlimited blocks to build anything from a cottage to a working redstone computer. Hardcore worlds, adventure maps and community servers add even more ways to play.
Key Features Of Minecraft Pocket Edition
- Survival, Creative and Hardcore modes with full touch controls
- Cross play with Bedrock players on Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and Windows
- Infinite worlds with caves, villages, ancient cities and the Nether
- Redstone circuits for doors, farms and complex machines
- Marketplace skins, texture packs and adventure maps from creators
- Controller support plus Realms for private multiplayer servers
Minecraft Pocket Edition Device Requirements
- Device: Android phone or tablet with the Google Play Store
- Free Space: Around 1 GB, plus space for worlds and add-ons
- Internet: Only needed for online play, Realms and Marketplace downloads
The Google Play listing shows the exact Android version your device needs before you install.
How To Download Minecraft Pocket Edition Safely
The safest way to get Minecraft Pocket Edition is through an official store. Downloads from Google Play come straight from the publisher, update automatically and support the people who made the game.
- Tap the Download button on this page to open Minecraft Pocket Edition on the Google Play Store.
- Make sure you are signed in with your Google account on your Android phone or tablet.
- Tap the price button, confirm the purchase with your Google account and the install starts automatically.
- Wait for the installation to finish, then open the game from your home screen.
- Stay on Wi-Fi for the first launch, because some games download extra data before you can play.
Official Download Links
Minecraft Pocket Edition Tips For New Players
- Craft a bed as soon as possible so you can skip the night and set your spawn point.
- Dig down to around Y level -58 to find the most diamonds in current versions.
- Turn on Show Coordinates in the world settings so you never lose your base.
- Light up your base with torches, since hostile mobs cannot spawn on well lit blocks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minecraft Pocket Edition Free?
No. Minecraft Pocket Edition is a paid game, and the official Google Play page shows the current price in your local currency. It is a one time purchase on Google Play, while Realms and Marketplace content cost extra.
What Platforms Is Minecraft Pocket Edition Available On?
Minecraft Pocket Edition is available on Android, iOS, Windows, Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch.
Is Minecraft Pocket Edition The Same As Minecraft Bedrock?
Yes. Pocket Edition was renamed in 2017 and merged into Bedrock Edition, so the Android app gets the same content updates and supports cross play with Bedrock on consoles and Windows.
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