jonscrambler
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a coworker just recently asked me what console to buy for his kids to play Minecraft on, Sony not supporting this update make that an easy decision
For what its worth, I dont believe theres any chance they wont cave. Itll happen eventually, for sure, just a matter of when and of how many games going cross-play it will take before it happens. If we get Activision pushing cross-play in CoD or Bungie pushing it for Destiny I could see them relenting real quick.
Would entirely depend on the changes (a minor bug fix would be fine with mismatched versions), and if theres some sort of backwards compatibility with un-updated worlds going forward, but I doubt there will be any gaps after this anyway. They should be coordinated drops, so the problem shouldnt even crop up.If Switch gets 'Better Together' patches later than Windows/Xbox in the future, does cross-play still work between mismatched versions?
If Switch gets 'Better Together' patches later than Windows/Xbox in the future, does cross-play still work between mismatched versions?
Better Together updates will roll out simultaneously. It's the whole point of unifying the codebase.If Switch gets 'Better Together' patches later than Windows/Xbox in the future, does cross-play still work between mismatched versions?
Tried this during beta. Missus booted up the Xbox and I joined in on the W10 version. Worked seamlessly, was pretty impressed. Once the Switch version releases will try 3 way with that too.
Realms is still coming for Xbox right?
I've got a very excited little boy who really wants a 10 person sub for him and his xbox mates.
Why isn't there one?
Realms is still coming for Xbox right?
I've got a very excited little boy who really wants a 10 person sub for him and his xbox mates.
Maybe because the PS4 hasn't really been on the outside looking in, until this.
Yup. On Xbox (and Switch) its not an actual update, but rather an entirely new game, so physical owners have to be sent download codes for the new version (actually, they might just add it to your account on Xbox, but Im not sure, it likely says somewhere), which will take a couple days to process for everyone.Looks like xbox one disc owners have to wait a few days for release?
Yup. On Xbox (and Switch) it's not an actual ”update", but rather an entirely new game, so physical owners have to be sent download codes for the new version, which will take a couple days to process for everyone.
See above post.So how do I get the update with a disc version? Nothing in the store.
Crossbuy for DLC only, you still need to buy the game itself on each platform.
You will have to wait upwards of a couple days for it to process. Assuming you played for the minimum amount of hours to qualify, anyway.So how do I get the update with a disc version? Nothing in the store.
No.I know people love to hate on the Windows 10 store, but isn't the Windows 10 store version Play Anywhere compatible?
Looks like xbox one disc owners have to wait a few days for release?
Yup. On Xbox (and Switch) its not an actual update, but rather an entirely new game, so physical owners have to be sent download codes for the new version, which will take a couple days to process for everyone.
So how do I get the update with a disc version? Nothing in the store.
Q: I own Minecraft: Xbox One Edition on disc. Will I be able to get the Better Together Update for free?
A: If you own Minecraft: Xbox One Edition on disc and have played for at least 5 hours in the past 12 months or bought DLC, youll be able to upgrade to Minecraft for free, until January 30th 2018. If you havent played in the past 12 months, you can play five hours or purchase DLC before January 30th 2018 to unlock your upgrade.
Q: Whats the Better Together Update redemption process for disc owners?
A: Youll need to log into Xbox Live (no need for gold) and insert the disc. You can either wait for the prompt once the game starts or go to the Xbox Store, where youll will find the new version of the game. If youve either played five hours in the last 12 months, or have bought DLC at any time, the new game should show up as free to download. If not, you can fulfill either of the conditions above before January 30th 2018 and then come back to the store to download. Please be prepared for a short wait, though - as it may take us a few days to process all the redemption requests.
You will have to wait upwards of a couple days for it to process. Assuming you played for the minimum amount of hours to qualify, anyway.
No.
On Xbox? Pretty sure they just took the latest Beta build and listed it on the store. Ive had the beta since day one and didnt get an update today, nor does there appear to be one. So yeah, should be normal.Installed the new version directly from the store and it still says beta everywhere. Anyone have that issue or is this normal?
Yup. On Xbox (and Switch) its not an actual update, but rather an entirely new game, so physical owners have to be sent download codes for the new version (actually, they might just add it to your account on Xbox, but Im not sure, it likely says somewhere), which will take a couple days to process for everyone.
On Xbox? Pretty sure they just took the latest Beta build and listed it on the store. Ive had the beta since day one and didnt get an update today, nor does there appear to be one. So yeah, should be normal.
wtf, the beta was still buggy as hell
It beings.
Minus Sony.
I owned the disc version and definitely played more than 5 hours, and have the Windows 10 version but Xbox still wants me to buy it. Do I need to have the disc in the drive for the discount?
Q: Whats the Better Together Update redemption process for disc owners?
A: Youll need to log into Xbox Live (no need for gold) and insert the disc. You can either wait for the prompt once the game starts or go to the Xbox Store, where youll will find the new version of the game. If youve either played five hours in the last 12 months, or have bought DLC at any time, the new game should show up as free to download. If not, you can fulfill either of the conditions above before January 30th 2018 and then come back to the store to download. Please be prepared for a short wait, though - as it may take us a few days to process all the redemption requests.
Thread about an update turned into console wars within the first 5 posts.
Officially, no. Unofficially, I believe there are some 3rd part conversion tools out there somewhere, but I couldnt tell you how reliable/accurate/well-maintained/up-to-date they are.Genuine question - if my friends and I have an existing vanilla PC Minecraft world, mod-free but privately hosted, is it possible to transfer it to whatever Worlds service or whatever is required to begin using it in Windows 10/Better Together? I'm unlikely to actually do this, I'm just curious if it's possible.
OK so if I own digital "Minecraft for Nintendo Switch" it will see this on my account and I can download the new "Minecraft" game for free once it hits? Does that mean my saves transfer over?
If you mean infinite world sizes, thats a basic feature not tied to server.
Same with crossplay. You can start up a LAN connection between versions or join each other via XBL right from the Friends menu.
I don't understand. I have the game for Xbox One (digital) and it says I can get the update free, but when I go to the page it tries to charge me £16.
How do?
EDIT: See others having same issue
Q: I own Minecraft: Xbox One Edition on disc and played for at least 5 hours, or made a purchase within the qualifying time period. Where is my game?
A: If youre eligible based on your purchases or game play, you will see a copy of Minecraft available inReady to install under My games & apps. If you dont see this available then make sure that youre signed in with the same account that was used to play or purchase content.
Is this the update that allows mods on Xbox One? Anyone know which bog mods will be playable?
Per the FAQ
Oh man... I sold my disc version in July since I was gamesharing with a friend, he owned the digital version - now I can't even get that? I hope not.Per the FAQ...