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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.

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October 21, 2025

Minecraft devs explain “players have a different appetite for challenge and difficulty” which is why the Ender Dragon isn’t allowed on the overworld: “That’s not a great game experience”

The Ender Dragon is confined to its own underground realm in Minecraft to maintain game dynamics and prevent disruption in the expansive overworld. Jens Bergensten, Chief Creative Officer of Mojang, noted that while challenges in the game are often the result of player actions, the Creeper's destructive ability poses a unique challenge to creativity. Minecraft YouTuber KurtJMac has reached the Far Lands after 14-and-a-half years and over 0,000 raised for charity, showcasing the game's enduring appeal.

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October 10, 2025

A Minecraft Movie gets inevitable sequel after grossing almost $1bn, putting lava chicken back on the menu

A sequel to A Minecraft Movie is in development and is scheduled to be released in theaters on July 23, 2027. Director Jared Hess will return to direct the sequel, which has been anticipated since discussions began in April. The original film achieved the largest domestic debut for a video game film in the U.S., grossing 1.5 million during its opening weekend and nearly 3 million globally. The total gross of the film is approaching billion. Unique screening experiences, such as the Chicken Jockey phenomenon, contributed to its success. Speculation about the sequel's storyline includes potential exploration of The Far Lands.

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October 8, 2025

YouTuber Reaches The Edge Of Minecraft After A 14-year Journey

KurtJMac, a YouTuber, has been on a quest in Minecraft for 14 years to reach the Far Lands, covering 12 million blocks over 800 episodes since March 2011. The Far Lands is a glitchy area in the game where the algorithm falters, creating unpredictable terrain. Kurt's journey is set to culminate in October 2025.

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October 6, 2025

Streamer Kurt J. Mac Reached Edge of Minecraft World After 14 Years

Kurt J. Mac, a prominent figure in the Minecraft streaming community, completed a 14.5-year journey to reach the Far Lands, a glitch in the game where world generation falters. He began this quest in March 2011, inspired by Minecraft's creator, Markus Persson, who noted the game's limitations at extreme distances. Mac used the beta 1.7.3 build of the game to explore these uncharted territories. On October 4, he reached the edge of the Minecraft universe, sharing the experience live with his audience. He also provided screenshots of the scenery at the world’s edge.

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October 6, 2025

After 14-and-a-half years and over $500k raised for charity, Minecraft YouTuber KurtJMac finally reaches the Far Lands

YouTuber KurtJMac reached the Far Lands in Minecraft after nearly 15 years of exploration, starting his journey in March 2011 with a project called "Far Lands or Bust." He adhered to a no-mods policy and traveled in a straight line to uncover this glitched area. He achieved this milestone during Day 69 of a 2025 sub-a-thon, revealing the floating land masses at 3:43:30 into the stream. The Far Lands are a glitch from earlier Minecraft versions, resulting in surreal landscapes, and while they have been patched in later updates, they remain a significant part of Minecraft lore. Kurt's journey was marked by challenges, including vast expanses of instability, and he was accompanied by his dog, Wolfie. A former co-creator of Path of Exile commented that Minecraft is a hardcore action RPG in disguise, claiming it to be more challenging than Path of Exile.

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October 5, 2025

It took 14 years for a streamer to walk to the Far Lands in Minecraft, but his long journey is finally over

Players in Minecraft experience "the jitters" when moving far from their starting points, which leads to the Far Lands, an area with bizarre terrain and colossal structures. Kurt J. Mac, known as kurtjmac, began his journey to the Far Lands in March 2011 and reached it on October 4, 2025, streaming his adventure on Twitch under "Far Lands or Bust" while raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for various charities. Upon arrival, he climbed the formations, humorously noted his character's dark appearance, and erected a sign marking his achievement. He continues to explore the Far Lands with his dog, Wolfie, encountering unique creatures and challenges.

AppWizard

October 5, 2025

YouTuber reaches Minecraft’s legendary Far Lands after 14-plus-year journey

YouTuber KurtJMac has completed a journey from spawn to the Far Lands in Minecraft, which he began in March 2011 using Minecraft Beta 1.7.3. This quest, part of his series "Far Lands or Bust," has raised approximately [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: YouTuber KurtJMac has triumphantly concluded one of the most ambitious quests in the gaming world: a trek from spawn to the elusive Far Lands in Minecraft. This remarkable journey, which began over a decade ago, has captivated fans and gamers alike through his ongoing series, Far Lands or Bust. The Journey Begins In March 2011, Kurt embarked on this monumental challenge using Minecraft Beta 1.7.3. What started as a personal goal quickly evolved into a larger mission, transforming into a fundraising initiative that has raised approximately 0,000 for various charitable organizations over the years. A Decade of Dedication Throughout the journey, Kurt meticulously documented every step on his YouTube channel, with the inaugural video of the series uploaded 14 years ago. His commitment to this quest not only showcases his passion for gaming but also highlights the potential for gaming communities to unite for a greater cause. A Unique Achievement Completing this journey on foot, without the aid of cheats or shortcuts, is a rare accomplishment, with only a handful of players believed to have reached the Far Lands in this manner. Kurt's perseverance and dedication to the challenge have solidified his place in the annals of gaming history. As the gaming landscape continues to evolve, KurtJMac's journey serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of exploration and community within the Minecraft universe." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"],000 for various charities. He documented the journey on his YouTube channel, with the first video uploaded 14 years ago. Kurt completed the trek on foot without cheats or shortcuts, making him one of the few players to achieve this.

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October 5, 2025

14 years after he began, streamer makes Minecraft history as he completes marathon walk to the edge of the world

Kurt 'Kurtjmac' Mac completed his journey known as 'Far Lands or Bust' on October 4, 2025, after starting on March 28, 2011. He aimed to reach the Far Lands in Minecraft, which occurs 12,550,821 blocks from the spawn point due to a terrain generation glitch. Mac played on the beta 1.7.3 build of the game, as the Far Lands feature was removed in modern versions. Throughout his journey, he raised funds for charities such as Child's Play, Direct Relief, PAWS, and the Equal Justice Initiative. Upon reaching the Far Lands, he placed a sign commemorating the event.