Simple arithmetic in Minecraft: dividing the screen into parts

Relive the classic couch co-op experience with Minecraft! Back in the simpler days of gaming, before ubiquitous voice chat, friends gathered around a single console. You can recreate that fun today. This guide shows you how to play Minecraft split-screen on Xbox One and other consoles. Gather your friends, snacks, and drinks – let's get started!

Important Considerations:

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Minecraft split-screen is a console-exclusive feature. PC players, unfortunately, can't join the fun this way. However, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch owners are in luck!

Your setup needs to meet some minimum requirements. You'll need an HD (720p) compatible TV or monitor and a console that supports this resolution. HDMI connection automatically sets the resolution; VGA users might need to manually adjust it in their console settings.

Local Split-Screen Gameplay:

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Minecraft offers both local and online split-screen options. Local split-screen allows up to four players on a single console – just make sure nobody fights over the controllers! The exact steps vary slightly by console, but the general process remains consistent.

1. Connect your console: Use an HDMI cable (included with most modern consoles) to connect your console to your display.

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2. Launch Minecraft: Start Minecraft and either create a new world or load an existing one. Crucially, disable multiplayer in the settings.

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3. World Setup: Choose your difficulty, game mode, and world options. Skip this if loading a pre-existing world.

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4. Start the Game: Press start and wait for the game to load.

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5. Add Players: Once loaded, add additional players. This usually involves pressing the "Options" button (PS) or "Start" button (Xbox) twice.

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6. Player Login: Each player logs into their account to join the game. The screen will automatically split (supporting 2-4 players).

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7. Enjoy! Start playing together!

Online Multiplayer with Local Split-Screen:

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While you can't directly split-screen with online players, you can combine local split-screen with online multiplayer. Follow the same steps as above, but enable multiplayer in the settings before starting. Then, send invitations to your remote friends to join your local game.

Minecraft's split-screen functionality makes it an ideal cooperative game. Gather your friends and enjoy the shared experience!