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AppWizard

February 4, 2025

Minecraft gets new cow variants, bush types, and ambient sounds to desert biomes in the latest public testing update

Mojang Studios has released a public testing update for Minecraft, introducing several new features. The update includes two new cow variants: the cold cow, which has a fluffy coat suitable for cold biomes, and the auburn warm cow, found in sandy environments. New plant life includes the firefly bush, which attracts fireflies at night and thrives in swamps and near water, as well as an unassuming bush that grows in green biomes like forests and plains. The update also enhances ambient sounds in desert biomes, with players hearing whispers of sand and sounds from the dead bush, including chirping crickets and rustling twigs. Players can incorporate these sounds into their creations by placing the dead bush on sand blocks or clustering sand or terracotta blocks. These features are available in Minecraft: Java Edition through snapshots and in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition via previews/beta.

AppWizard

February 3, 2025

Minecraft now has new cow variants, shrubbery fireflies, and “bush” for public testing

Mojang has introduced a new content update for Minecraft, currently in public testing, featuring two cow variants: cold cows, which inhabit snowy biomes, and warm cows, found in desert landscapes. The update enhances desert biomes with new ambient sounds and allows players to create a desert atmosphere using dead bushes and sand blocks. Additionally, a new plant called the firefly bush emits glowing lights at night and can be cultivated with bone meal. Another bush variant can be found in various green biomes and can also be grown using bone meal. These features are available in the latest Java snapshot, with plans for inclusion in Bedrock beta versions. Mojang has shifted its content release strategy to smaller updates throughout the year instead of a single summer mega-update.

AppWizard

December 27, 2024

5 unimplemented Minecraft mobs Mojang should add to the game in the future

A variety of unimplemented mobs from Minecraft's past Mob Votes remain unintegrated into the game. Five notable candidates include: 1) Glare - Designed to navigate dark areas and alert players to hostile entities. 2) Penguin - Envisioned to inhabit stony shores and provide a speed boost while navigating boats. 3) Rascal - An elusive mob that resides below y=0 and rewards players with rare items upon discovery. 4) Crab - Proposed to thrive in mangrove swamps, could be bred using kelp, and drops a large claw for placing blocks from a distance. 5) Vulture - Intended to circle over a player's demise location, marking where items lay for easier retrieval.

AppWizard

December 5, 2024

Minecraft: How to Find, Tame, and Breed Black Cats

Black cats in Minecraft are rare variants that can be found in two main locations: Witch Huts in Swamp Biomes and during full moon nights in newly generated villages. To find them, players should look for Witch Huts in the northwest corners of Swamp Biomes or explore new villages at night during a full moon, where there is a 50% chance of spawning black cats. To tame a black cat, players need to collect raw fish (preferably raw cod or raw salmon), approach the cat slowly, and feed it the fish until hearts appear above its head, indicating it has been tamed. Once tamed, the cat will follow the player and can scare away Creepers. Breeding black cats requires two tamed black cats and feeding them raw cod or salmon near a Witch Hut to produce black kittens. Additionally, players can summon black cats using the command /summon cat ~ ~ ~ {variant:all_black}, provided cheats are enabled. Tips for finding black cats include exploring swamps at night, being patient, and ensuring a safe space free from hostile mobs.

BetaBeacon

November 13, 2024

Monster Hunter Outlanders game announced for Android and iOS

Monster Hunter Outlanders is a new mobile game spinoff of the Monster Hunter series developed by TiMi Studio Group. It offers an open-world survival experience with solo and co-op gameplay for up to four players. The game features multiple biomes, a crafting system, and a unique battle system optimized for mobile devices. It will be available on both iOS and Android platforms, with beta tests conducted in select regions before the official launch.

AppWizard

November 11, 2024

How To Find Taiga Biomes In Minecraft

The Taiga biome in Minecraft is characterized by spruce trees, green grass, and a vibrant ecosystem with diverse mobs. It is randomly generated and typically bordered by regular forest biomes and swamps, often separated from meadows by rivers. Variants include the Snowy Taiga and Old Growth Taiga. Villages and outposts are commonly found within Taiga biomes. Players can teleport to the Taiga biome using console commands: "/locate biome taiga" to find coordinates and "/teleport" followed by those coordinates. The Taiga biome features flora such as spruce trees, ferns, sweet berry bushes, and dandelions, and is home to various mobs including Creepers, Endermen, Skeletons, Slimes, Spiders, Witches, Zombies, Zombie Villagers, Bats, Chickens, Cows, Foxes, Pigs, Rabbits, Sheep, Wolves, and Glow Squids.

AppWizard

October 25, 2024

Download Minecraft 1.23 on Phone: What is New?

Minecraft 1.23 introduces expanded farming capabilities, allowing players to acquire new seeds, cultivate unique plants, and use new crafting recipes and cooking items like pots and pans. The update builds on features hinted at in MCPE version 1.21.40.

AppWizard

August 30, 2024

Game Demo: Minecraft Dungeons – News

Players can navigate through dungeons inspired by classic designs in a new Minecraft game, either solo or with friends, facing various mobs across diverse landscapes. Save data will be preserved for those who purchase the game during or after the promotional period. Nintendo Switch Online members can earn 100 Platinum Points by trying out the Game Trial. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for certain features, and a free trial is available, which converts to a paid membership unless canceled. Additional accessories may be needed for multiplayer mode, and a Nintendo Account is necessary to earn and redeem points.

AppWizard

August 28, 2024

Minecraft Dungeons is North America’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial

Minecraft Dungeons is now available as part of the Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial for subscribers in North America. This is the second trial for the game, with the first occurring in 2021. Active members can play the full game and retain their progress if they purchase the complete version. Participants will receive 100 Platinum Points on My Nintendo for joining the trial. The game features a vibrant world where players can save villagers from the Arch-Illager, with options for solo or co-op play for up to four players. Players can encounter new mobs, unlock unique items and weapon enchantments, and customize their characters and combat styles.

AppWizard

August 26, 2024

13 Best Nintendo Switch Seeds For Minecraft – Surge Radio

Players in Minecraft 1.21 on the Nintendo Switch can utilize seeds to create diverse worlds. The Tricky Trials update has added new content while maintaining the reliance on seeds for world generation. The Nintendo Switch version is compatible with many seeds from Bedrock Edition, catering to different play styles. Seed No. 2449693233269205895, known as "Shipwreck Coast," spawns players at a coast where Savannah and Forest biomes meet, providing access to various mobs, including sheep, chickens, pigs, and Llamas. A small island at coordinates (-304, 54, -452) features a beached Shipwreck containing useful resources. Seed No. 2087273094989673689, called "Mangrove Swamp," places players in a Mangrove Swamp biome near desert islands. This biome is home to rare mobs like Frogs and Tropical Fish, and players can find Mangrove Propagules for tree growth. Nearby Warm Water biomes have vibrant coral reefs, and flat beaches are suitable for building. Seed No. -2260271473441531330 is referred to as "The Lake Village."