Minecraft: Java Edition gets first snapshot for Caves and Cliffs Update, tests tons of features
Players can finally get their hands on the Caves and Cliffs Update.
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What you need to know
Big news forMinecraftplayers today, as the first signs of the upcomingCaves and Cliffs Updateare appearing in Minecraft: Java Edition with the release ofSnapshot 20w45a. The newest snapshot for Minecraft’s legacy PC version includes a very long, healthy list of new features that will be included in Minecraft’s future massive update, comingSummer 2021, and lets anyone who fancies diving into a potentiall buggy build test out all the new goodies included in the snapshot.
There’s nothing new for Minecraft: Bedrock Edition here, but all the features present in today’s Java Edition snapshotwillcome to all supported versions of Minecraft, but Mojang Studios wants to get the features out for testing as they’re ready for each edition. If you’re not sure how to get involved, you can find outhow to enroll in Minecraft: Java Edition’s snapshots.
Of course, Minecraft remains one of the best games for kids, who will be able to enjoy everything there is in the Caves and Cliffs Update when it fully releases.
The changelog for Snapshot 20w45a includes:
New features
Amethyst
Amethyst blocks
Amethyst clusters
Amethyst geodes
Amethyst shards
Budding amethyst
Bundles
Candles
Cauldrons
Copper
Copper blocks
Copper ore
Lightning rod
Oxidation
Spyglass
Tinted glass
Changes
Minecarts
Technical changes
Custom server resource packs
Entity storage
Loot tables
Bug fixes
Available everywhere you play.
Minecraft is an inarguable and complete success. It has sold copies in the hundreds of millions, has a huge following of dedicated players, and lets you unlock your every creative desire. It’s also available on every platform imaginable, including Xbox One, Windows 10, Playstation 4, and Nintendo Switch. Play with anyone, and play anywhere.
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