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January 21, 2026

Hytale and Minecraft Get Crossplay Capability Thanks to Intrepid Modder

The newly-released sandbox adventure game Hytale originated from a Minecraft mod called Hypixel. A modder known as u/ssquadteam (iamcxv7) has developed a method for crossplay between Minecraft and Hytale, allowing players to build, chat, and engage in combat together. This innovation involves running a Minecraft server within the Hytale JVM, using Hytale's coordinate system to reconstruct the game world. The mod is currently unstable and not publicly available, with ongoing development needed for certain features. Hytale's co-founder, Simon Collins-Laflamme, noted that the game has generated enough revenue to fund the next two years of development.

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January 15, 2026

7 Things in Hytale’s Early Game that Surprised Me as a Minecraft Veteran

Hytale has entered early access, offering players a vibrant world to explore. Early-game guides are being developed to assist newcomers with topics like smelting and server setups. The game is inspired by Minecraft but features unique elements. Key observations from the early game include: 1. Players can fell an entire tree with a single punch, resulting in an explosion of wood, sticks, and sap. 2. Overworld mobs, such as squirrels and rabbits, have more health than expected, requiring multiple hits to defeat. 3. Ores glimmer faintly in underground caves, making them easier to spot with torches. 4. The crafting system requires various materials for gear progression, making it more intricate compared to Minecraft. 5. There are enhanced decorative options, allowing for slanted roof blocks, half-block walls, and shelves with candles and books. 6. Exploration reveals unique locations like the "Forgotten Temple Gateway," which features distinctive mobs and NPCs. 7. Farming mechanics are more complex, with players able to construct animal care buildings and use farming aids, and new seeds requiring “Essence of Life.”

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January 1, 2026

Minecraft’s 2025 end‑of‑year stats prove the game is still a global phenomenon with numbers most franchises can only dream of

Minecraft has continued to thrive for 15 years, with Mojang Studios sharing a retrospective of 2025 that includes impressive community statistics. Players logging into the Minecraft: Bedrock Edition dressing room can receive a free Inflatable Chicken Suit Character Creator item. The introduction of the copper golem mob resulted in nearly a billion of these creatures spawning, while over 270 million mounts were tamed, with players collectively traversing 335 billion blocks. However, saddles were crafted only 16 million times. Mojang hosted two Minecraft Live events in 2025, the first in March, which revealed the year's first three updates and announced a forthcoming Minecraft movie set for a sequel in 2027. The Spring to Life update enhanced Overworld diversity and quality-of-life improvements, followed by the Vibrant Visuals update for graphics upgrades and the Chase the Skies update for new ghostly mounts. The September event introduced The Copper Age update, and the year ended with the Mounts of Mayhem update, which added new mobs and a new weapon. Mojang also announced a collaboration with King to develop Minecraft Blast, a new mobile game. Changes for 2026 include the removal of code obfuscation for modders and a shift in version numbering.

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December 29, 2025

Minecraft’s unofficial “WW1 update” uses the spear as artillery and lets you parry TNT

Minecraft players are innovating with new gameplay possibilities following the introduction of the spear in the Mounts of Mayhem update. The spear has been significantly buffed, making it one of the most lethal craftable weapons in the game. Players are using it to enhance TNT cannons, allowing for greater explosive range and effectiveness in combat. Additionally, players are exploring creative projects, including advanced siege engines and concepts reminiscent of World War 1, such as airships and artillery. It is now possible for players to redirect moving TNT blocks, introducing new gameplay mechanics like parrying TNT.

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December 28, 2025

Minecraft’s Best Moments of 2025 video features the origin of Chicken Jockey

Minecraft released a new video celebrating a successful year with its community, showcasing statistics like the number of spears crafted and copper golems created. The video features a CG short story with the chicken jockey character and highlights joyful moments from the year, including the introduction of new mob variants and the Mounts of Mayhem. Minecraft is also offering a complimentary Inflatable Chicken Jockey CC item to players as a token of appreciation for their creativity. To access this item, players need the latest version of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition and access to the Minecraft Marketplace.

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December 11, 2025

Minecraft “Mounts of Mayhem” 1.21.130 update out now, patch notes

Minecraft's latest update, version 1.21.130, titled "Mounts of Mayhem," introduces several new features, including: - New mounts: Horses, Zombie Horses, Donkeys, Mules, and Camels now float when ridden while swimming. - Netherite Horse Armor: Craftable at a Smithing Table using Diamond Horse Armor, a Netherite Ingot, and a Netherite Upgrade, providing 19 armor points. - Nautilus: A new neutral aquatic mob that can be tamed with Pufferfish, spawns in all ocean biomes, and grants the "Breath of the Nautilus" effect when mounted. - Nautilus Armor: Equipable on both Nautilus and Zombie Nautilus, available in Copper, Golden, Iron, Diamond, and Netherite versions. - Zombie Nautilus: A neutral underwater mob that attacks with a Dash attack and can be tamed using Pufferfish. - Coral Zombie Nautilus: A variant of the Zombie Nautilus that spawns in Warm Oceans. - Spear: A new weapon crafted from various materials, featuring two attack types: Jab and Charge. - New mobs: Zombie Horse, which spawns naturally at night in Plains and Savanna biomes, and Parched, a Skeleton variant that spawns in Deserts. - Camel Husk: An undead Camel variant that spawns in Deserts. - Various audio adjustments, block generation fixes, and gameplay enhancements, along with numerous bug fixes for improved stability and performance.

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December 10, 2025

Minecraft Game Drop Adds New Weapon, Mounts, and More

Mojang has released the Mounts of Mayhem update for Minecraft, available for both Bedrock and Java editions. This update follows a new release strategy called game drops, which allows for faster content delivery. In 2025, three game drops have been launched: Spring to Life in March, Chase the Skies in June, and The Copper Age in September.

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December 10, 2025

Minecraft Mounts of Mayhem is here, showering you in new mobs and adding one of its most lethal weapons ever

Minecraft Mounts of Mayhem is now fully available for both Bedrock and Java editions, introducing new mobs and features, including the deadly spear and the ability to craft netherite armor for horses. The update includes new mobs like the nautilus and its zombified variant, as well as new rideable mob variants such as the zombie horse and camel husk. A new hostile mob, the parched, is introduced in desert biomes, riding camel husks and armed with a bow and arrow. The spear allows for jousting and has a unique enchantment called Lunge for enhanced charge attacks. All mobs can now swim through water, and players can equip their horses with netherite armor. The update is free for all Bedrock and Java players.

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December 10, 2025

Minecraft Mounts of Mayhem Update Rides Out as Bedrock 1.21.130 via Patch 3.27/1.037

Mojang has released the Mounts of Mayhem update for Minecraft, available in Bedrock version 1.21.130 and recognized as update 3.27/1.037 for console players. The update introduces new content including a spear weapon, mounts like Horses and Camels that no longer sink while swimming, and new mobs such as Nautilus and Zombie Nautilus. The spear has various materials with different stats and two attack types. A new Skeleton variant called Parched spawns in Deserts and does not burn in sunlight. The update also includes audio fixes, gameplay adjustments, and general bug fixes.

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December 10, 2025

Minecraft’s final update of the year is officially here — Mounts of Mayhem brings mounted combat to the Overworld

2025 has seen two Minecraft Live events and four significant content updates, culminating in the final update of the year titled Mounts of Mayhem. This update introduces new features such as a tiered weapon called the spear, which has extended reach and can be crafted from various materials. It includes jab and charge attacks and is designed for mounted combat. A new mount, the nautilus, has been added for underwater exploration, which can be tamed and provides the "Breath of the Nautilus" effect. Three undead mounts have been introduced: the zombie horse, camel husk, and zombie nautilus, each with unique characteristics. The update also features a new hostile mob, the parched, which spawns in deserts and fires arrows of weakness. Additional changes include mounts floating in water, the ability to upgrade diamond horse armor to netherite, and new graphics options for Minecraft: Java Edition. Mojang plans to implement smaller, more frequent updates in the future. Changelogs for both Minecraft: Java Edition 1.21.11 and Minecraft: Bedrock Edition 1.21.130 are available for review.