All News
Browse all Minecraft Bedrock Edition news and announcements
Latest News
Announcements and updates
Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50 Update: The Pale Garden Arrives
The latest update introduces the mysterious Pale Garden biome featuring the creaking mob, pale oak trees, and new ambient sounds. This major content update is now available across all Bedrock platforms.
Bedrock Beta 1.21.60.21 Released for Testing
A new beta build is available for preview program members. This release addresses several critical bugs and introduces quality of life improvements for builders and redstone engineers.
Realms Plus: April 2026 Content Update
Your Realms Plus subscription has been updated with five new world templates and three texture packs. All new content is available immediately for active subscribers.
Marketplace Creator Program Updates
New guidelines and tools have been released for Marketplace creators. Updated submission requirements and improved creator dashboard features are now live.
Cross-Platform Play Improvements
Technical improvements to cross-platform multiplayer have been deployed. Players should experience reduced connection times and improved stability across all platforms.
Education Edition: Spring 2026 Features
New classroom management tools and educational content packs are being rolled out to Education Edition. Teachers can now access enhanced progress tracking and lesson planning features.
Server Infrastructure Maintenance Notice
Scheduled maintenance will occur on April 20, 2026 between 02:00-06:00 UTC. Some online services may be temporarily unavailable during this maintenance window.
Community Guidelines Update
Updated community guidelines are now in effect. Please review the changes to ensure compliance with the latest policies regarding online conduct and content creation.
Minecraft 1.21.40 Hotfix Deployed
A critical hotfix has been released addressing crashes on Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms. Players are encouraged to update immediately for improved stability.
Bedrock Beta 1.21.60.20 Preview Notes
This beta introduces experimental camera improvements and new scripting APIs for addon creators. Several long-standing redstone parity issues have also been addressed.
Realms: New World Size Options
Realm owners can now choose between standard and expanded world sizes. The new option allows for larger exploration areas at the cost of slightly increased loading times.
Marketplace Spring Sale Announced
The annual spring sale begins April 15th with discounts up to 50% on select content. Featured creators and top-rated packs will be highlighted throughout the event.
Render Dragon Performance Update
Significant optimizations to the Render Dragon engine have improved frame rates on lower-end devices. Memory usage has been reduced by approximately 15% across all platforms.
Education Edition Chemistry Lab Expansion
New chemistry experiments and interactive periodic table features have been added to Education Edition. These additions align with international science curriculum standards.
Xbox Live Services Disruption Report
A summary of the March 28th service disruption has been published. Affected players may be eligible for compensation through the support portal.
Privacy Policy Updates for GDPR Compliance
Updates to our privacy policy ensure continued compliance with GDPR regulations. European players should review the changes effective May 1st, 2026.
Bedrock Beta 1.21.60.19 Available
New experimental features include improved mob pathfinding and preliminary support for custom biomes in addon packs. Beta testers are encouraged to submit feedback.
Realms Backup System Improvements
The Realms backup system has been enhanced with longer retention periods and faster restoration times. Automatic backups now occur every 30 minutes during active play.
Marketplace Partner Spotlight: BuildTeam Studios
This month we highlight BuildTeam Studios and their incredible medieval castle collection. Learn about their creative process and upcoming releases.
Audio Engine Overhaul in Testing
A complete rewrite of the audio engine is being tested internally. Expected improvements include 3D positional audio, reduced latency, and support for higher quality sound files.
Education Edition Coding Curriculum Update
The Code Builder curriculum has been expanded with new Python modules and AI-assisted learning features. Resources are available for educators in 12 languages.
Account Migration Deadline Extended
The deadline for migrating legacy accounts has been extended to June 30, 2026. Players who have not yet migrated should complete the process to retain access.
Terms of Service Update: Creator Economy
New terms regarding the creator economy and virtual goods have been added. These changes support the upcoming creator monetization features.
Minecraft 1.21.30 Retrospective
A look back at the features and improvements introduced in version 1.21.30. This update brought significant performance improvements and the new bundle item.
Bedrock Beta 1.21.60.18 Bug Fixes
This beta release focuses primarily on bug fixes with over 40 issues resolved. Key fixes include chunk loading errors and inventory sync problems.
Realms Stories Feature Launch
A new social feature allows Realm members to share screenshots and moments directly within the Realm. Stories are visible to all members for 24 hours.
Marketplace Revenue Share Increase
Effective April 1st, creator revenue share increases to 55% for all new submissions. Existing content will transition to the new rate over the next quarter.
Network Protocol Update v3.2
The latest network protocol update reduces bandwidth usage by 20% while improving connection reliability. All clients will automatically update.
Education Edition Accessibility Features
New accessibility options include enhanced screen reader support, customizable UI scaling, and high contrast modes for visually impaired students.
Weekend Multiplayer Event Announcement
Join the community this weekend for special multiplayer events with exclusive rewards. Events begin Saturday at 12:00 UTC and run through Sunday.
Updated Parental Controls Documentation
Comprehensive documentation for parental controls has been updated. Parents can now manage chat settings, multiplayer access, and purchase limits more easily.