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November 12, 2025

Minecraft Snapshot 25w46a

The latest update for the Mounts of Mayhem game drop includes several changes and enhancements: - Mobs: The Parched are immune to the Weakness effect; various horse types remain calm when controlled by other mobs; Nautiluses and Zombie Nautiluses emit a dash sound during their dash attack. - Items: Spears no longer create item interact vibrations; spawn eggs are thematically sorted in the Creative Inventory into categories such as Overworld, Nether, and The End. - UI: A new inventory UI for Nautilus and Zombie Nautilus has been introduced; the "Show Music Toast" option has been renamed to "Music Toast" with a new display state; a new splash text has been added. - Technical Changes: Data Pack version is now 93.1; Resource Pack version is updated to 74.0. - Data Pack Changes: Food properties added to specific fish bucket items; a new field for item interact vibrations has been introduced; the removal of contents from the dynamic loot pool entry has been reverted. - Resource Pack Changes: Textures for still water and lava are hardcoded; a warning will be printed for sprite name conflicts; block model format expanded for additional rotations. - Bug Fixes: Numerous bugs have been fixed, including issues with recipes, animations, hitboxes, and visual discrepancies. Snapshots are available for Minecraft: Java Edition, and users are advised to back up their data before testing.

AppWizard

August 6, 2025

Copper just got another use in Minecraft’s latest snapshot — and it’s not what you might expect

Mojang has introduced new features related to copper in Minecraft with the release of Snapshot 25w32a on August 5, 2025. This update includes copper torches, copper chains, copper bars, and copper lanterns. Copper torches are crafted using 1 Copper Nugget, 1 Stick, and 1 Coal; copper lanterns are made by surrounding 1 Copper Torch with 8 Copper Nuggets; copper chains are formed with 1 Copper Ingot in the center and 1 Copper Nugget above and below it; and copper bars are created using 6 Copper Ingots. The update emphasizes copper as a fundamental building material, showcasing various oxidation stages that enhance visual appeal. Players are also anticipating the addition of copper fences and gates, as well as the potential for copper to be used in beacons.

AppWizard

July 15, 2025

How does your phone know so many private details? How thousands of apps are exploiting mysterious indoor location tracking

In 2023, a family at an amusement park experienced technology's impact on privacy when the park's app used geolocation to notify a waiting parent about fast-track entry. Spanish researchers investigated how apps exploit Bluetooth and Wi-Fi permissions to track users indoors, even without GPS. Their findings, to be presented at the Pets privacy conference, reveal that 86% of 9,976 analyzed Android apps collect sensitive data, including location coordinates. The study highlights ethical concerns regarding data sharing and potential misuse, as information can track individuals' movements and identify sensitive activities. Many apps use software development kits (SDKs) that include hidden location tracking features, with 52 SDKs identified in nearly 10,000 apps installed on around 55 billion devices. The Android Advertising ID allows companies to track users and create detailed profiles based on location data, raising ethical dilemmas about privacy and the commodification of personal information.

AppWizard

February 18, 2025

How to Find and Use Diamond in Minecraft – The Times of India

Diamonds in Minecraft can be found between Y-levels -59 and -64, close to the bedrock layer. To mine Diamond Ore, players need at least an Iron Pickaxe. Effective methods for finding diamonds include strip mining at Y-level -59, searching near lava pools, and exploring caves and ravines. Diamonds can also be found in chests and through trading with toolsmiths and weaponsmiths. Once acquired, diamonds can be used to craft durable weapons and tools, create diamond armor, trade for items in the Bedrock Edition, craft an Enchanting Table, and create diamond blocks for functional and decorative purposes.

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October 21, 2024

Nintendo’s mystery online test is a Minecraft-like MMO – Vooks

Nintendo has launched the Nintendo Switch Online Playtest Program for Expansion Pack members in select countries. The playtest features a collaborative game where players cultivate a vast planet, utilizing resources and creativity. Players use special tools called Beacons to purify and enhance the land, with their influence determined by the Beacon's height. Players can only edit their own zones, while adjacent areas are public. The game includes a social hub called the Dev Core for character leveling and features a Development Positioning System (DPS) for tracking progress. Players must obtain a User Generated Content (UGC) license to create content, which requires passing a test on respectful communication. The playtest starts at 12:00 PM AEDT this Thursday, but Australia and New Zealand are not included in the participating countries.

AppWizard

October 21, 2024

Nintendo’s secret game playtest has begun and it looks like a Minecraft mash-up

Nintendo announced a playtest for a new game exclusively for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, which filled all 10,000 spots within seconds. The game features blocky building similar to Minecraft and social interactions akin to Roblox. Players will explore a large planet, gather resources, and encounter enemies. Central to gameplay are beacons that create building zones for individual players. There will be a social hub called the “Dev Core” for community engagement, and two types of currency: Dev Points and Connex Points. Nintendo is implementing measures to ensure respectful communication among players, requiring participants to pass a test on communication standards. The game appears to be a new intellectual property for Nintendo, with no gameplay footage released yet.

AppWizard

October 21, 2024

Nintendo Switch Online Playtest Leaks Emerge: Reveal Upcoming Minecraft Style MMO

Nintendo's playtest for a new MMO game will begin on October 23 at 6:00 PM PT and end on November 5 at 5:00 PM PT, exclusively for 10,000 registered participants. Leaked details suggest the game involves players collaborating to develop a planet through resource management, with challenges from emerging enemies. Key features include 'Beacons' that enhance the land, a social space called “Dev Core,” and user-generated content tools. The game requires 2.2GB of free space for download, and while there is no non-disclosure agreement, Nintendo has requested participants not to share details, leading to leaks and copyright strikes.

AppWizard

October 21, 2024

Nintendo’s mystery online test revealed by users as a Minecraft inspired MMO

Nintendo has launched a mystery online test for a select group of users for a new Minecraft-inspired MMO. The game features special tools called Beacons, which emit a healing light to purify areas affected by decay. Players can expand their Beacon Zone, serving as a personal workspace for storing tools and resources. The game includes a social hub for player interaction. Specific gameplay details are not yet available, but gameplay footage is expected to be released soon.