Minecraft continues to evolve, introducing a plethora of rideable mobs such as horses, pigs, and the recently added striders. A much-anticipated feature is on the horizon: the ability to craft saddles, a long-awaited change that could transform gameplay for many enthusiasts. For the past 15 years, players have relied on scavenging through chests, trading with villagers, or defeating enemies to acquire this essential item.
Mojang Studios is currently testing this revolutionary feature, allowing select insiders to experience the joy of crafting their own saddles. The broader community can look forward to this enhancement with the upcoming game drop update, set to be unveiled at Minecraft Live in March 2025.
When will we get all these new features?
However, the excitement doesn’t stop at craftable saddles. The latest Minecraft Preview and Snapshot builds introduce additional content, including five new tracks composed by Amos Roddy. These melodies will enhance the ambiance in various biomes such as Cherry Grove, Forest, Desert, Grove, and Lush Cave, and will also be incorporated into the main menu rotation. Furthermore, players can look forward to a new collectible music disc titled “Tears,” which can be obtained by defeating a Ghast with its own fireball.
For those eager to engage with Minecraft’s development, early builds are available for testing, allowing players to craft saddles immediately. Details on Minecraft Preview 1.21.90.25 and Minecraft: Java Edition Snapshot 25w20a can be found on Minecraft.net. Meanwhile, the rest of the community will await the next official game drop, which, although still unnamed, promises to deliver an array of new features.
In addition to the long-awaited craftable saddles and fresh musical scores, players can anticipate the introduction of two new Ghast mob variants, complete with associated items and blocks. Notably, these new Ghasts are friendly, and players can even ride them alongside friends, enhancing the collaborative experience that Minecraft is known for.
While the release date for this exciting update remains uncertain, it is sure to address a common grievance regarding saddle acquisition, adding a new layer of enjoyment to the beloved game.
