MINECRAFT JAVA JUST GOT A FRIENDS SYSTEM. IN 2026. AFTER 15 YEARS.Bedrock has had this since 2012.→ native Friends List finally in Java→ peer-to-peer multiplayer with zero server setup→ invite friends directly into your world→ see who's online, in a world, or joinableBefore this update Java players had to:→ set up a dedicated server→ do port forwarding→ pay for Realms→ or be on the same WiFiBedrock players just clicked "join friend."15 years of port forwarding tutorials.15 years of "just use Ham