Mojang has unveiled its latest significant update for Minecraft, aptly named Mounts of Mayhem, which is now available for the Bedrock version 1.21.130. Console players will recognize this update as Minecraft update 3.27/1.037 (complete version 1.037.000), and it promises to be a substantial download across all platforms. For those eager to explore the new features and gameplay enhancements, the official patch notes provide a comprehensive overview.
Minecraft’s December Update Brings Mounts of Mayhem via Bedrock 1.21.130
With the arrival of Mounts of Mayhem, players can expect an exhilarating array of new content, including a fresh weapon to master, mounts to tame, and formidable foes to confront. Adventurers will find themselves battling under the blazing sun, beneath starry skies, and deep within oceanic realms, each encounter requiring a unique strategy. The spear, a new tiered weapon, allows players to deal damage based on their precision and the speed of their trusty mount. So, riders of the Overworld, it’s time to saddle up and charge into the fray!
New Features
Mounts of Mayhem
Mount improvements
- Players riding Horses, Zombie Horses, Donkeys, Mules, and Camels will no longer sink while swimming.
- Introducing Netherite Horse Armor:
- Craftable at a Smithing Table using Diamond Horse Armor, a Netherite Ingot, and a Netherite Upgrade.
- Provides 19 armor points for enhanced protection.
Nautilus
- A new neutral aquatic mob that spawns in all ocean biomes.
- Attacks using a Dash attack if provoked.
- Tamed using Pufferfish or a Bucket of Pufferfish, and can be mounted with a Saddle.
- Offers the “Breath of the Nautilus” effect to the mounted player, pausing oxygen consumption.
Zombie Nautilus
- This new neutral underwater mob spawns with a Drowned rider wielding a Trident.
- It is hostile if the rider is a hostile mob but neutral without one.
- Tamed using Pufferfish or a Bucket of Pufferfish, it can also be mounted with a Saddle.
Spear
- A versatile new weapon available in various materials including Wood, Stone, Copper, Iron, Gold, Diamond, and Netherite.
- Each material offers different stats and timing for attacks, with a minimum reach for damage.
- Features two attack types: Jab and Charge, allowing for strategic combat options.
Parched
- A new Skeleton variant that spawns in Deserts, replacing some regular Skeletons.
- Does not burn in sunlight and shoots Arrows of Weakness.
Features and Bug Fixes
Audio
- The swimming sound no longer plays when flying underwater.
- The critical hit sound now correctly plays upon landing a critical hit.
Gameplay
- Hoppers now have a cooldown after being moved by a Piston, preventing interaction issues.
- Fixed various bugs affecting player interactions and item growth.
General
- Resolved an issue on Windows regarding shared worlds not loading resource packs.
- Reenabled missing music for several biomes, enhancing the immersive experience.
As Mojang continues to expand the Minecraft universe, players can anticipate further updates and hotfixes in the coming days. For a complete technical rundown of changes, the exhaustive list from Mojang is a valuable resource for those keen on the intricate details of this expansive update.
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Alex Co – Father, gamer, games media vet, writer of words, killer of noobs.
