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Minecraft Java Edition system requirements want 8/16 GB RAM for the first time, but it isn't more demanding now, Microsoft just hadn't updated the specs in a while
Microsoft has updated the system requirements for Minecraft Java Edition, now recommending 16 GB of RAM and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 or equivalent GPU for optimal performance. The company states these changes reflect the current state of the game and are not indicative of increased demand, but rather an update to ensure a smooth player experience and allow for future modernization.
How to add friends in Minecraft Java Edition
This guide explains how to add friends in Minecraft Java Edition, emphasizing that playing with friends enhances the mining experience. The article was originally published on Destructoid.
Minecraft Java finally gets a Friends List and Peer-to-Peer multiplayer
Minecraft Java's latest snapshot introduces a Friends List and peer-to-peer multiplayer functionality, simplifying online play. The update, available on the title and pause screens, also includes new music and adjustments to Potent Sulfur. Mojang plans further improvements in upcoming snapshots.
