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Can You Play Cobblemon on Bedrock, Xbox, PS5, Switch or Mobile? (2026)
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Can You Play Cobblemon on Bedrock, Xbox, PS5, Switch or Mobile?
The short answer, why, and what Bedrock players can do instead
Short answer: No. Cobblemon only works on Minecraft Java Edition. There is no official Cobblemon for Bedrock Edition, so you can't play it on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, phones or tablets. If you play on a Windows PC, though, you very likely already own Java Edition, and you can be playing Cobblemon in a few minutes.The short answer, why, and what Bedrock players can do instead
⚡ Quick facts
Cobblemon on Bedrock: no, Java Edition onlyConsoles and mobile: not supported
Server IP: cobblemon.mc-complex.com (Java 1.21.1)
On Bedrock instead: Skyblock, Survival, Factions and Prison at hub.mc-complex.com (port 19132)
📖 In this guide
Why Cobblemon is Java only
Cobblemon is a Java mod that runs on the Fabric and NeoForge mod loaders. It adds new Pokemon models, battles, items and menus to your game, so it has to be installed on your own copy of Minecraft. Bedrock Edition can't load Java mods at all, and Bedrock add-ons work completely differently. That's why every Cobblemon server, including ours, needs players to join from Java Edition with the mod installed.Some Bedrock add-ons use the Cobblemon name, but they are unofficial fan projects. They are not Cobblemon and they can't connect to Cobblemon servers.
Can Bedrock players join a Cobblemon server with Geyser?
No. Tools like Geyser let Bedrock players join regular Java servers, but Cobblemon needs the mod on your own device. A Bedrock player joining through Geyser would not see Pokemon, battles or any Cobblemon menus, so Cobblemon servers don't support it.How to play Cobblemon if you're on Bedrock
- On a Windows PC: Minecraft for PC is sold as "Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition", so if you bought it on PC you most likely already own Java. Open the Minecraft Launcher, pick Java Edition, then install a Cobblemon modpack.
- On Mac or Linux: Java Edition is the version that runs on these computers, so you're already set.
- On console or mobile: Cobblemon isn't available. You'll need a PC or Mac with Java Edition to play it.
How to join Complex Cobblemon on Java
- Install the official Complex Cobblemon modpack from CurseForge or Modrinth. It sets up Minecraft 1.21.1 and every mod you need. Give it 3 to 5 GB of RAM (4 GB is best).
- Launch the modpack.
- Go to Multiplayer, click Add Server and enter cobblemon.mc-complex.com.
- Join and accept the server resource pack. Your rival meets you at spawn to choose your starter, then take on all 18 gyms, the Battle Tower, the Battle Cafe and the Elite Four, and hunt free legendary spawns (boost your odds with /legend).
Step-by-step walkthrough: How to Join a Cobblemon Server
Having trouble installing? See our Cobblemon Install Guide & Common Fixes.
Where Bedrock players can play on Complex Gaming
Our Cobblemon and Pixelmon servers are Java only, but the rest of Complex Gaming is fully crossplay. Bedrock players on console, mobile and PC can join Skyblock, Survival, Factions and Prison and play alongside Java players.Bedrock IP: hub.mc-complex.com
Port: 19132
Server info: Complex Gaming Java & Bedrock Server
Cobblemon on Bedrock FAQ
Is there a Cobblemon Bedrock Edition?
No. Cobblemon is only available for Minecraft Java Edition. Bedrock add-ons using the name are unofficial and unrelated.
Can I play Cobblemon on Xbox, PlayStation or Switch?
No, Cobblemon isn't available on Xbox, PlayStation or Switch. Consoles run Bedrock Edition, which can't load Java mods.
Can I play Cobblemon on mobile?
No, Cobblemon isn't available on mobile. Phones and tablets run Bedrock Edition, which can't load Java mods.
Do I own Java Edition if I bought Minecraft on PC?
Most likely, yes. Minecraft for PC comes as "Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition", so both versions are in your Minecraft Launcher.
Can I play Pixelmon on Bedrock?
No. Pixelmon is also a Java mod. Our Pixelmon server at pixel.mc-complex.com is Java only too.
What can I play on Complex Gaming from Bedrock?
Skyblock, Survival, Factions and Prison at hub.mc-complex.com on port 19132, with full crossplay with Java players.
Is there a Pokemon mod for Minecraft Bedrock?
Cobblemon and Pixelmon are Java only, and Bedrock can't load Java mods. Any Pokemon-themed Bedrock add-ons are unofficial and unrelated to them.
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cobblemon.mc-complex.comMinecraft Java 1.21.1 with the Complex Cobblemon modpack (CurseForge or Modrinth) or COBBLEVERSE
Your rival meets you at spawn to help you choose your starter
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