Developer Mojang has announced that a native version of Minecraft is coming to PlayStation 5. Currently in the testing phase, PS5 owners who have the PlayStation 4 version of the game can join the preview right now.
Although Minecraft has been playable on PS5 for years using the PS4 version, this new native build is designed specifically for the PS5. This means it should perform better and take full advantage of the console's hardware.
"Currently, the only way to play Minecraft on a PlayStation 5 is by purchasing the PlayStation 4 version of the game," Mojang stated. "By developing a native version of Minecraft for PS5, we'll be able to make the game run more effectively on the PS5's hardware."
While Mojang hasn't revealed how long the Minecraft PS5 version preview will last, anyone who owns the PS4 version can participate. To access it, go to "Settings" in your PS4 version of Minecraft while playing on a PS5 and select "Preview." This preview includes the new Tricky Trials update, so you can venture into the trial chambers, meet a breeze, craft a mace, and more.
Mojang requests that players report any bugs encountered during this preview and provide general feedback.
Stay tuned for further updates as the native PS5 version of Minecraft continues through its testing phase!