What's new?
- Minecraft Java
- Minecraft Bedrock
Minecraft Java
Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.1 is already available, which acts as a hotfix for some critical issues in the last former release. This update is targeted at ensuring the stability and security of Minecraft servers and includes a few additional features to improve gameplay. The owners of all servers and players are recommended to upgrade and switch to this version to avoid issues with previous versions and have improved game experiences with new features and fixes.
Critical Exploit Fixes
It fixes critical exploits reported on the previous revision, 1.21; in case these were used to crash servers, they became quite an issue for server stability and security.
It doesn't consider the fact that the prompt action to release this hotfix underlines the importance of the update, especially in respect to server administrators who need not only to make sure that their servers are running smoothly but also without interruptions.
It added support for the Tzotzil and Belarusian languages in Latin script; thus, it makes in-game content more accessible to people all around the world.
The addition is viewed as a step indicating the game's further seeking after cultural and linguistic inclusiveness, hence making it more enjoyable to play Minecraft for non-English-speaking communities.
Language Support
It added support for the Tzotzil and Belarusian languages in Latin script; thus, it makes in-game content more accessible to people all around the world.
The addition is viewed as a step indicating the game's further seeking after cultural and linguistic inclusiveness, hence making it more enjoyable to play Minecraft for non-English-speaking communities.
Update Availability
The latest versions are always available on Scalacube the minute they release.
As such, this update is currently ready for all platforms on which Minecraft Java Edition runs, reaching many people and providing a uniform experience between different systems.
This update is very important for the continued reliability and fun of playing Minecraft, so it certainly is a must-install for both server owners and regular players.
Minecraft Bedrock
The new Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.20 update features loads of fixes, improvements, and new additions to up the overall world experience to a new level. The problems ranged from performance and stability to gameplay tweaks, technical updates, and UI enhancements. Here are highlights of the most important changes and fixes in this update.
Performance and Stability
Resolved bugs related to downloading content, including issues where downloads would get stuck at 0%.
Fixed item and block corruption when converting worlds from legacy Console Edition.
Addressed crashes on Amazon devices when joining a world.
Gameplay
Corrected a bug where the environment in a chunk would change unexpectedly when far from spawn.
Reduced generation frequency of Trial Chambers within the Deep Dark biome.
Improved several player interactions, including the fixing of jumping bugs and Wind Burst explosions, making certain that loot from vaults in Trial Chambers is level-dependent.
Mobs
Tons of mob behavior fixes, including underwater attack changes for the Bogged, and improved mob animations in split-screen mode.
Drowned mobs will spawn alone in rivers and aquifers of Dripstone caves.
Now wolves, bears, and pandas will run away from natural dangers like fire and lava.
Blocks and Items
Various texture and placement fixes for blocks like Quartz Slabs, Heavy Core Blocks, and Copper Doors.
Improved crafting outputs, including increasing the amount created by Quartz Bricks from their crafting recipes.
Several item behavior adjustments, including Wind Charge Projectile and Mace interactions with other entities.
User Interface and Accessibility
Improved accessibility includes advanced Apple Pencil support on iOS and improved text-to-speech capabilities.
Significantly improved user interface elements, such as updated assets for the Achievements screen and many different inventory and crafting interface fixes.
Added new game tips with context-sensitive triggers that will show and let players know how to do things, especially on touch devices.
Realms and Multiplayer
Introduce a change to the Realms invite link—users will now be able to create up to five different links per realm, set an expiration date on creation, and toggle or remove existing links.
Fixed many crashes and other issues with Realms, particularly so using a certain mod or feature like Realms Stories.
This major update is a testament that Mojang does not stop improving the Minecraft experience, be it for all platforms, acting on feedback, and solving long-standing issues, or just tidying up in general. As always, report any bugs or feedback to get them in the hopper for upcoming updates.