Minecraft Console Edition

Minecraft Xbox One S Version

Explore Minecraft on Xbox One S, including supported editions, gameplay features, installation steps, storage requirements, performance details, and available version history.

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Edition Bedrock

Console Xbox One S

Media Disc & Digital

A B X Y

Platform Xbox One S

Supports compatible physical discs and digital Minecraft licenses.

Console Overview

What Is Minecraft Xbox One S Version?

Minecraft Xbox One S refers to the Minecraft editions that can be installed and played on Microsoft’s compact Xbox One S console.

A Compact Console for Minecraft Bedrock

Xbox One S supports Minecraft Bedrock Edition, allowing players to access survival mode, creative mode, online multiplayer, split-screen play, Marketplace content, Realms, and compatible game updates.

Players can install Minecraft from a compatible physical disc, purchase it digitally through the Microsoft Store, or access it through a supported subscription.

The game is installed on the console’s internal or external storage. Internet access is recommended for updates, online multiplayer, account synchronization, Realms, servers, and Marketplace content.

Bedrock

Modern Minecraft Edition

Access current Bedrock gameplay, cross-platform multiplayer, Marketplace content, and modern version numbering.

Flexible

Disc or Digital

Install Minecraft from a compatible physical disc or download it using a digital account license.

Multiplayer

Local and Online Play

Use supported split-screen, online multiplayer, Realms, featured servers, and cross-platform play.

Main Capabilities

Minecraft Xbox One S Features

Xbox One S supports the core Minecraft experience across survival, building, exploration, multiplayer, customization, and progression.

Survival Mode

Collect resources, craft equipment, build shelters, explore caves, grow food, and survive dangerous mobs.

Creative Mode

Build freely with unlimited resources, flying controls, and access to a large inventory of blocks and items.

Split-Screen Play

Supported local multiplayer allows several players to use one console and one compatible display.

Cross-Platform Multiplayer

Play with supported Bedrock users across compatible consoles, computers, tablets, and mobile devices.

Minecraft Marketplace

Access compatible skins, worlds, maps, texture packs, mash-ups, character items, and adventure content.

Realms and Servers

Join supported Realms, featured servers, and online multiplayer worlds using the required account access.

Edition Comparison

Minecraft Editions Available on Xbox One S

Xbox One S players may encounter both the discontinued Legacy Console release and the newer Minecraft Bedrock Edition.

Discontinued Edition

Minecraft: Xbox One Edition

LEGACY

Uses Legacy Console Edition systems
Designed specifically for older Xbox hardware
Uses older world and menu structures
Does not receive current Bedrock features
Separate from modern cross-platform Minecraft

Modern Edition

Minecraft Bedrock Edition

BEDROCK

Uses current Bedrock version numbering
Supports compatible cross-platform multiplayer
Includes Marketplace and Realms support
Receives supported content updates
Uses modern infinite-world gameplay systems

Feature	Xbox One Edition	Bedrock Edition
Edition Type	Legacy Console	Modern Bedrock
Current Updates	Discontinued	Supported
Cross-Platform Play	Not Supported	Supported
Marketplace	Not Available	Available
Realms	Not Available	Supported
Best Choice	Legacy Experience	Modern Gameplay

Console Advantages

Benefits of Playing Minecraft on Xbox One S

Xbox One S remains a practical option for players who want Minecraft Bedrock gameplay without immediately upgrading to newer hardware.

Main Advantage

Affordable Bedrock Console Experience

Xbox One S provides modern Minecraft features, local multiplayer, physical disc support, digital ownership, online play, and access to compatible Bedrock content.

Bedrock Disc Support Split-Screen

Use Existing Hardware

Continue playing Minecraft on a console you already own without purchasing a newer Xbox immediately.

Physical and Digital Choices

Install Minecraft using a compatible disc or download it through a digital Microsoft account.

Family-Friendly Local Play

Use supported split-screen multiplayer for shared gameplay on one console and television.

Modern Bedrock Services

Access compatible servers, Realms, Marketplace content, multiplayer features, and game updates.

Setup Instructions

How to Install Minecraft on Xbox One S

Follow these steps to install Minecraft from a physical disc, Microsoft Store purchase, or supported digital game library.

Start the Console

Turn on your Xbox One S and sign in to the Xbox profile you want to use for Minecraft.

Choose Disc or Digital

Insert a compatible Minecraft disc or open the Microsoft Store to locate your digital edition.

Select Install

Open the Minecraft product page or game tile and select the option to begin installation.

Allow Updates

Connect the console to the internet and download any available game or system updates.

Check Free Storage

Make sure enough space remains for the base game, future updates, worlds, and optional content packs.

Launch Minecraft

Open the game, review the display and multiplayer settings, and create or load your first world.

Disc Installation

Keep the Disc Available

A physical copy normally requires the game disc to remain inserted when launching Minecraft.

Digital Installation

Use the Purchasing Account

Before You Play

Minecraft Xbox One S Requirements

Prepare the required console, account, controller, storage, display, and internet connection before installing Minecraft.

Console

Xbox One S

A working Xbox One S console with current system software is required.

Account

Microsoft or Xbox Profile

An account is recommended for purchases, achievements, multiplayer, saves, and account synchronization.

Storage

Available Drive Space

Keep enough internal or external storage available for the game, updates, saved worlds, and content packs.

Network

Internet Connection

Internet access is required for updates, online multiplayer, Marketplace content, Realms, and servers.

Controller

Xbox-Compatible Controller

A supported Xbox controller is required for standard console gameplay.

Display

HDMI Television or Monitor

Connect the Xbox One S to a compatible screen using an HDMI connection.

Required Xbox One S

Required Free Storage

Recommended Internet

Required Controller

Console Performance

How Minecraft Performs on Xbox One S

Xbox One S provides a practical standard-console experience for survival, building, multiplayer, and everyday Bedrock gameplay.

Performance Level STANDARD

Minecraft generally runs well on Xbox One S, although loading times and demanding worlds may feel slower than on Xbox Series consoles.

Overall performance depends on world size, render distance, multiplayer activity, entities, redstone systems, and downloaded content.

Stable Everyday Gameplay

Suitable for normal survival worlds, creative builds, exploration, and family multiplayer sessions.

Longer Loading Times

Worlds, game startup, and updates may load more slowly than on Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S.

Large Bedrock Worlds

Modern Bedrock worlds provide significantly more exploration space than old Legacy Console worlds.

Adjustable Settings

Lowering render distance and reducing demanding effects can improve responsiveness in large worlds.

Available Experiences

Minecraft Gameplay on Xbox One S

Players can explore generated worlds, create large builds, survive dangerous environments, and connect with other Bedrock users.

Explore

Biomes and Structures

Discover forests, oceans, villages, caves, mountains, ruins, strongholds, and other generated locations.

Build

Creative Projects

Construct houses, farms, cities, castles, redstone machines, and large custom environments.

Survive

Resource Progression

Gather materials, craft equipment, grow food, trade, explore, and defend yourself against hostile mobs.

Connect

Multiplayer Worlds

Play through supported local split-screen, online sessions, Realms, and featured servers.

Customize

Skins and Resource Packs

Use compatible skins, texture packs, maps, worlds, and other Marketplace content.

Progress

Achievements and Saves

Complete supported Xbox achievements and save world progress through the console account system.

Storage Planning

Minecraft Xbox One S Storage Guide

Storage use changes over time depending on game updates, saved worlds, resource packs, Marketplace downloads, and cached files.

Recommended Practice

Keep Additional Free Space Available

Avoid keeping only the minimum installation space. Leave extra capacity for updates, world backups, optional content, and temporary files.

Base

Main Game Files

The core Minecraft installation is stored on the internal or supported external Xbox drive.

Updates

New Version Data

Bedrock updates can add, replace, or reorganize installed game files.

Worlds

Saved Game Content

Large worlds and multiple save files can gradually consume more storage space.

Packs

Optional Downloads

Resource packs, maps, skins, and Marketplace worlds may require additional storage.

Bedrock Version Archive