Minecraft update lets you play cross-platform

Minecraft Realms will allow players to play with friends, regardless of if they're playing on Xbox One, Windows 10, iOS, or Android.

There's a good chance you have friends who play Minecraft. But given how widespread it is, they may not play on the same platform of you. Minecraft Realms means you'll all be able to play together, as it allows players across Xbox One, Windows 10 PC, Android, and iOS to play with each other. An on-stage demo showcased how it'll work and Oculus' John Carmack even popped in with a VR headset to say hello.

The update is called "The Friendly Update" because it's all about playing with friends. The update also brings in dedicated servers across platforms.