The only way to switch an existing world to Hardcore mode is to use a third-party app to edit the game's files. How to change game modes in 'Minecraft: Java Edition' 1.

Minecraft has evolved a lot in the last 10 years, adding a handful of game modes for variety. Here is how to switch between them on the fly.

Mojang Studios has announced the Vibrant Visuals update for Minecraft, the long-awaited graphical overhaul. Here's everything I know, with some comparisons.

However, "Minecraft's" customizability extends to its cheats, too. Using a console command called "/gamemode," you can switch what kind of game you're playing at any time. Here's how to use the ...