Use the in-game settings to add friends in Minecraft Java (Image via Mojang Studios) The second and free method to play Minecraft with a friend involves hosting your own LAN server.

If you have an existing world, pause the game, head to the "Open to LAN" tab, toggle on "Allow Commands," and then press "Start LAN world." ...

Discover various ways to enjoy Minecraft multiplayer with friends, from local LAN play to online servers and Mojang-hosted Minecraft Realms.

How to Enable Cheats in Minecraft: Java Edition Enabling cheats in this version of Minecraft can be done at any time, and it is actually quite simple whether you are starting a new world or ...