Minecraft Seed Parity: Are Seeds the Same Between Bedrock and Java?

If you're a Minecraft enthusiast, you might be curious about the relationship between the seed numbers used to generate worlds in the game's two main editions - Bedrock and Java. The answer lies in a fascinating phenomenon called seed parity.

According to Minecraft developers, if a seed number falls within the range of -2,147,483,648 to 2,147,483,647, the world generated using that seed will be identical between Java and Bedrock Editions, excluding structure placement. However, if the seed number is outside this range, the two versions of Minecraft will generate completely different worlds.

With the release of Minecraft 1.18, there is partial seed parity between Bedrock and Java Editions. This means that while not all seeds will produce identical results across both platforms, some will. To take advantage of this feature, simply enter your chosen seed into the input box labeled 'Seed' on the right-hand side of the screen when creating a new world.

If you're playing Minecraft on Xbox, Mobile, or any other device, you're likely running Bedrock Edition and can use these seeds to generate unique worlds. To create a new world using a seed in Minecraft Bedrock, follow these steps: from the main menu, click 'Play,' then 'Create New,' and finally 'Create New World.'

Note that if you're playing on Java, be sure to check out our separate guide on the best Minecraft seeds for Java 1.18. With this information, you can start exploring the vast world of Minecraft and discover new wonders with every seed you try.

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