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Minecraft
Overview of Minecraft Wolf Update
The update will add eight new wolf variants and allow armour customization for the wolves to add into the experience for players. The update is already out for the community for testing over the beta of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition and preview, besides the snapshot of Minecraft: Java Edition.
New Wolf Variations
Eight new wolf variations are introduced, each with unique characteristics and habitats.
The colour varieties include pale wolf, rusty wolf, sponsor wolf, black wolf, striped wolf, snowy wolf, ashen wolf, and woods wolf.
Some of the specific biomes in which each of the variations can be found include Taiga, Jungle, and Savanna Plateau. Others are Old Growth Pine Taiga, Wooded Badlands, Snowy Groves, and Snowy Taiga
Notable features of the variations include distinctive fur colours, camouflage abilities, and overall cuteness factors.
Players are encouraged to test the new variations and provide feedback to the developers.
Customizable Wolf Armor
Dyeable wolf armour is now available for testing, offering stronger protection for wolves.
Wolf armour absorbs all enemy damage until it breaks, safeguarding wolf hearts from creeper blasts.
A new update guarantees the health of the wolves, 40 hearts across both editions once fully grown.
By showing the damage, is seen in the form of cracks that the armadillo's scutes can be repaired by. Since the armour is easy to repair without taking it off, it can easily be repaired.
Testing the Updates
Players can try them out by enabling snapshots for Minecraft: Java Edition or turning on betas/previews for Minecraft: Bedrock Edition.
Instructions for enabling snapshots and previews/beta are provided in the post.
That said, testing versions can easily muck up your worlds, so players should make back-ups of their data or run it in separate save folders.
The new wolf types and customizable wolf armors are new features that would enhance and make the Minecraft experience more configurable. During this testing period, the game's team invites its players to provide their feedback that would help in making this update improve the game for everyone. Whether it's exploring new biomes or defending your friends with the sturdiest armor, this edition of Minecraft comes loaded with a raft of cool new features.
Valheim
Overview of Game Update News
March is over, but the Iron Gate team did not sit idle. At the start of this month, we went to GDC in San Francisco and met some of our players who were showing off the game Valheim. In the meantime, as they work on the next Ashlands Update, they're hard at work ironing out the bugs and ensuring a buttery-smooth experience for our players. Let's get into some highlights from the most recent Development Blog
Ashlands Update Preparation
They are dedicated to resolving bugs and issues to provide players with the best possible experience.
An article has been prepared to inform players about what to expect in terms of world generation, difficulty, and more.
Teasers of New Build Pieces
Over 50 new build pieces will be introduced in the Ashlands update, including decorative windows and floor pieces.
A new decorative window in wooden material and diagonal boards for flooring have been showcased.
Customization Features
Players will have the ability to customize their homes with vines that can be planted and grown onto structures.
Vines will grow naturally but must be managed to avoid covering important areas like doors.
There's a hint that players may be able to harvest something from the vines, adding depth to this feature.