The Minecraft: Java Edition free trial is available on Windows 10, Android, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and Vita. Trial length varies depending on the device in use.

Those who don't own Minecraft on PC or Mac can buy the Windows 10 Edition at the discounted price of $10 during the beta.

Rather than enrolling in a dedicated beta program, Minecraft: Java Edition allows you to select a slice of pre-release software for you to try.

Minecraft: Java Edition has a free trial that players can try before making a purchase. The trial version allows players to figure out whether they will enjoy the game or not.

If you want to download and use Minecraft on your Windows computer for free, check out the three methods mentioned in this post.

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If you bought the Java Edition before October 19, 2018, you can redeem a free copy of the Bedrock Edition. You can also buy the Windows 10 edition directly from Microsoft for $20.

Microsoft’s free Minecraft for Windows 10 giveaway ends at midnight for Java players Legacy Minecraft: Java Edition players can still snag free codes to the Windows 10 Edition until midnight.

After opening the app, click on the Previews tab. If you own Minecraft Bedrock edition, you should see the 'Minecraft for Windows 10 beta programme'. Click on this and read through the disclaimer.