# Chromebook-Compatible Sandbox Games Minecraft is Releasing a New Chromebook-Compatible Version By Kanesa D | Published 2023-06-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-1 References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2023/06/07/minecraft-is-releasing-a-new-version-for-chromebooks/) & [minecraft.net](https://www.minecraft.net/en-us)  Minecraft, the popular sandbox game developed by [Mojang Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immersive-gaming-lands), is receiving a new Chromebook-compatible version for gamers who use the device. The new version will be compatible with Chromebooks released from 2020-2023 and has minimum system requirements to run the game smoothly. According to the manufacturer, cross-play with a Microsoft account will be supported by the new Minecraft, allowing you to play with friends who have Android, Windows, [PlayStation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-2), Xbox, or [Nintendo Switch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banjokazooie) devices. Cross-play enables players to create their own unique world using unlimited blocks in the Create mode or look for resources in the Survival mode. The Minecraft: Bedrock Edition for Chromebook is available for $19.99 USD. Users will be able to play on Realms, access the Minecraft Marketplace, and download the Android version after purchase. Image Credit: Minecraft ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Chromebook-compatible Gaming:** The creation of Chromebook-compatible gaming software for popular games such as Minecraft provides an opportunity to expand the market for gaming on these laptops. - **Cross-platform Gaming:** The expansion of cross-platform gaming capabilities creates an opportunity for the gaming industry to increase its user base and revenue streams. - **Mobile and PC Integration:** The integration of mobile and PC gaming features within the same game presents an opportunity for software developers to provide a seamless gaming experience that caters to different types of gamers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Education Technology:** The development of Chromebook-compatible educational gaming software presents an opportunity for the education technology industry to engage students in a more interactive and immersive way. - **Gaming:** The expansion of cross-platform gaming capabilities presents an opportunity for the gaming industry to increase its user base and revenue streams by providing access to a wider audience. - **Mobile Gaming:** The integration of mobile and PC gaming features within the same game presents an opportunity for the mobile gaming industry to create a more engaging and interactive gaming experience for its users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Survival Game Platform Ports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squid-game-unleashed-chromebook.md) - [Cloud Gaming-Specific Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chromebooks.md) - [Game-Inspired Bright Pcs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-officially-licensed.md) - [Theme Park-Inspired Game Modes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-2.md) - [Themed Sandbox Game Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secretlab-minecraft-edition-titan-evo-2022.md) - [Game-Themed Retro Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higround-2.md) - [Action Anime Game Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-dragon-ball-z.md) - [Immersive Gameplay Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immersive-gameplay.md) - [Block Game Collaborative Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-collaboration.md)