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Time of India
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
All new features in Minecraft 1.21.100.23 preview explained
Image via Mojang Minecraft has recently confirmed its new and third game drop, 1.21.100.23, to be added later this year. Currently the developers are in the experimental phase where they have introduced a suite of experimental features, which aim to enhance the mechanics and gameplay experience of the players. The new experimental features include new mobs, recipes, and mechanics focused on copper. The update is currently available only for Bedrock Edition. This article previews all the features to come in Minecraft 1.21.100.23 version. All major features are coming in the Minecraft 1.21.100.23 update . Here are the following experimental features that are confirmed by Minecraft: 1. Copper Golem As copper is the main focus item for this game drop, Minecraft now has introduced Copper Golem, a player-made mob crafted with copper blocks and carved pumpkins. The main function of the Copper Golem is to transport items that players drop in the copper chest into the normal chest (item sorting). Upon killing one Copper Golem, it will drop 1–3 copper ingots. 2. Copper Chest It is a new block that will only appear when a player summons a Copper Golem. When players drop items into a Copper Chest, the Copper Golem automatically picks them up and sorts them in the nearby chest. Copper chests have 2 types of appearance: waxed and oxidized variants. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Honda SP125: Now with More Power & Style Honda Learn More Undo Copper Chests can be crafted using a Chest and Copper Ingots. 3. Copper Tools Minecraft has introduced copper tools, which are a minor update from stone tools. These tools are introduced with the motive to help early-stage players. Players can now craft tools, weapons, and armor from copper. The copper armor is a great choice, as it will help players save iron in the early stage, and it is better than leather armor. Here are all the tools, weapons, and armor that players can craft: Copper Axe Copper Hoe Copper Pickaxe Copper Shovel Copper Sword Copper Armor Copper Helmet Copper Chest plate Copper Leggings Copper Boots 4. Technical and Parity Updates Here are the following technical and bug fix adjustments: Hotbar can always be hit on any touch device. The detection area matches the texture even if you have custom controls enabled. Fixed faces of non-full blocks (e.g., cakes or trapdoors) having an unnatural ambient occlusion applied to them in some neighboring block configurations. Glowing text on signs no longer gets overly bright when looked at directly in Vibrant Visuals. Fixed an issue where custom armor disabled knockback on some platforms. Fixed a bug that caused Happy Ghast to occasionally suffocate when faced against a wall. Boats no longer play step sounds when on the ground. Air friction is now only applied to boats when they are leashed. Boats are still prevented from orbiting the player when leashed. Boats once again retain momentum when moving off ledges. Fixed a bug where the Happy Ghast riding sound would sometimes play in the loading screen. Fixed a bug where both Ghast and Happy Ghast ambient sounds would not be audible further than 16 blocks away from the player Ghast ambient sound is now audible within 80 blocks. Happy Ghast ambient sound is now audible within 64 blocks. Leashed mobs can now be pulled into boats, minecarts, and other rideable entities if the leash is slackened when close to those entities. Leashed mobs will now automatically dismount their vehicle if the leash is stretched far enough. These are all the features under the experimental phase of the Minecraft 1.21.100.23 update. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Digital Trends
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
Minecraft is finally getting its long-awaited visual update
Minecraft gets its next update on June 17, bringing the Chase the Skies update and the Vibrant Visuals overhaul to all Bedrock players. Minecraft fans have requested a visual update for years, and while some rumors suggested one might arrive on the Xbox One, it never came to fruition. Vibrant Visuals is more than just a graphical update. It overhauls lighting, allowing sunlight to stream through the leaves of trees and reflect off the water's surface. The update gives each biome a distinct atmosphere, and it also makes enemies that much more intimidating. Spiders were creepy enough without their eyes glowing in the dark. It's important to note that Vibrant Visuals doesn't change how the game functions, however; it's strictly cosmetic, even if it does create a more tense atmosphere in certain areas. Recommended Videos Unfortunately, Vibrant Visuals only applies to Bedrock players. Anyone playing Minecraft Java will have to wait, but at least you'll still get access to the Chase the Skies update. Chase the Skies introduces craftable saddles, something that has been sorely missing from the game. Until now, the only way to obtain saddles was through loot chests in temples and mineshafts. That made faster travel options limited until players stumbled across one. That said, the most exciting part of the update is the Happy Ghast. Ghasts are mobs that inhabit the Nether and fling fireballs at you, often when you least expect it. With Chase the Skies, players can find dehydrated ghasts that can then be rehydrated in the overworld, saddled, and used as flying transport. Chase the Skies brings loads of new features and gameplay changes that make Minecraft even more approachable, like easier-to-craft leads and the ability to lease multiple entities together at once. You'll now be able to create your own caravan of llamas, just like the wandering traders.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Minecraft Happy Ghast guide: taming, builds, tips, and more
Image via Mojang Happy Ghast is the new mob coming to the Minecraft game drop 'Chase the Skies'. Happy Ghast provides unique features which allows players to use it for transportation exploration and more. The regular hostile ghast which are found in Netherworld are different from Happy Ghast. This article outlines a complete guide on Happy Ghast, from taming and riding mechanics to builds, tips, and more. Happy Ghast ultimate guide for Chase the Skies update MINECRAFT HAPPY GHAST GUIDE 1. How to find and tame Happy Ghast: Follow the below steps to find and tame a Happy Ghast: Find a Dried Ghast: It can be obtained in Soul Sand Valley biomes near Nether fossils or obtained via Piglin trade and crafting using one soul sand block and eight ghast tears. Rehydrate to create a Ghastling : To convert dried ghast into ghastling players need to rehydrate which can be done through placing the Dried Ghast in water (Overworld or waterlogged in Nether). After approximately 20 minutes, it transforms into a Ghastling. Tame the Ghastling: Throwing snowballs repeatedly will end up taming the ghast. Feeding 10 snowballs will fully mature the Ghastling into a Happy Ghast. 2. How to craft Happy Ghast harness : Once the ghast is mature, players can equip it with a harness, which they craft from the following things: 3 leather 2 glass blocks 1 wool block (any color) 3. Happy Ghast riding mechanics : Here are the following Happy Ghast riding mechanics that players should know: Up to four players can ride simultaneously. The first rider controls flight direction. Riders can dismount mid-air and stand on the Happy Ghast's head, which remains stationary underweight. 4. Builds and strategies for Happy Ghast: Here are a few essential and unique builds with strategic uses that players should consider: Aerial scaffolding : Use the Ghast's hovering ability to build tall structures or sky platforms easily. Mobile transport : Leash the Happy Ghast to carry mobs or items across biomes—works as a floating parachute. Group travel: With four seats, it enables communal exploration, though it flies slower than elytra. Creative showcases : Tour buildings from above or capture scenic snapshots while midair. Happy Ghast Station: It is an important build that will help players to remount the Happy Ghast without any hassle. Here is how players can create a basic Happy Ghast station: Choose a suitable spot—preferably an elevated or floating dock. Build stairs or a platform with fences on the sides for safe boarding. Include chests on the platform containing harnesses, snowballs, and leads for convenience. Test landing and take-off procedures to ensure smooth operation. The station helps streamline mounting/dismounting and enhances safety and aesthetics. 6. Happy Ghast tips and tricks to consider: Here are the following few tips that players should consider for better interaction and experience with the Happy Ghast: Defensive caution : Happy Ghasts are vulnerable to fire damage and hostile ghasts. Build temporary shelters or stay clear during hostile ghast activity. Home radius: With a harness, the Happy Ghast wanders within ~32 blocks; without it, up to ~64 blocks. Harness removal: Use shears to remove the harness without harming the mob. Redstone creativity: Some players have even built fully functional "trains" using Happy Ghasts in minecarts for unique travel systems. Players should consider this ultimate Happy Ghast guide in order to fully explore its abilities and benefit.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
7 best ways to prepare for Minecraft Chase the Skies game drop
Image via Mojang The Minecraft Chase the Skies update is officially releasing on June 17, 2025. This will be a major update for the game as it introduces groundbreaking features like rideable Happy Ghasts, vibrant visuals, and streamlined crafting, with many other life updates. It is recommended to be prepared in advance for the update, as it ensures players can fully enjoy the game drop without wasting any other additional days. The preparation includes gathering essential resources, optimizing multiplayer setups, strategic preparations, and many more things that will maximize the update's potential. This article outlines 7 tips to consider in order to be fully prepared for the Chase the Skies game drop. Essential preparations for the Chase the Skies update VIBRANT VISUALS & CHASE THE SKIES Here are the following tips you should consider to be fully prepared for the game drop: 1. Collection of ghast tears & soul sand. Players require Dried Ghasts to grow Happy Ghasts which can be crafted using 8 ghast tears and 1 soul sand block. Existing Soul Sand Valley biomes won't naturally spawn Dried Ghasts, so gathering materials is important. 2. Building a Happy Ghast station. Happy Ghast are the major thing in this update and they will also change the whole transportation mechanics of the game. But remounting them can be very difficult so players need to build a Ghast station which has chests containing harnesses, leads, and snowballs to manage them efficiently. 3. Collecting strings for leads. To craft leads players no longer require slime; they can craft it through 5 strings. A spider farm simplifies string collection for bulk crafting. 4. Collecting leather for saddles. As saddles become craftable with 3 leather and 1 iron ingot. So it is crucial to havelLeather farms to optimize resource collection. 5. Preparation for mob transport. Updated leads allow mobs to be leashed to Happy Ghasts or each other. So if you're planning to relocate animals or villagers gathering leads will help a lot. 6. Stockpile snowballs. Snowballs accelerate Ghastling growth into Happy Ghasts. Building a snow golem farm ensures a steady supply. 7. Optimize settings. The game drop has a newPlayer Locator Bar which aids coordination in multiplayer. So players need to ensure they understand its functionality. Bedrock users need to verify device compatibility for Vibrant Visuals, which enhances lighting and shadows. Considering all the above tips will help players to be fully prepared for the Chase the Skies update. The game drop this time brings in major quality-of-life updates and also introduces transformative gameplay elements, so preparation is key to seamless integration. When players gather resources, construct infrastructure, and understand new mechanics, immediately then they can explore the update's full potential.
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Minecraft Summer Drop: Chase the Skies release date and new features
Image via Mojang The Minecraft summer drop now officially has a name, 'Chase the Skies,' with the second game drop set to launch. The developers have scheduled Chase the Skies to release in June 2025 as version 1.21.6. The update will introduce many new wide-ranging features to the game, which were purely designed to enhance the gameplay. Mojang Studios made sure that all the new quality-of-life updates are aimed to enhance the player experience for both Java and Bedrock Editions. Chase the Skies update: new features and gameplay enhancements WHAT'S IN MINECRAFT'S "CHASE THE SKIES" UPDATE? Here are the following features that will be coming up with the new Chase the Skies update in June: 1. Happy Ghast Central to the "Chase the Skies" update is the introduction of the Happy Ghast, a rideable flying mob. Here is how players can obtain it in the game: Acquire a Dried Ghast Block: Found near fossil structures in the Nether or obtained by bartering with Piglins. Alternatively, craft one using eight Ghast Tears and a Soul Sand block. Rehydrate the Dried Ghast: Place the block in water to transform it into a Ghastling. Evolve into Happy Ghast: Feed the Ghastling snowballs until it becomes a Happy Ghast, ready for flight. 2. Player Locator Bar This is a new interface feature added to the game where the player locator bar pops in and assists in multiplayer to navigate. This bar will be located near the XP bar. It will display colored dots and directional arrows indicating the position of the player, making it easier to play cooperatively. 3. Vibrant Visuals : Enhanced Graphics It is a new graphical feature that will be introduced in this update. The "Vibrant Visuals," a significant graphical overhaul that includes Directional lighting Volumetric fog Dynamic shadows and reflections This will help to make the game more immersive through providing a visual experience. The update will initially be available on Bedrock Edition and then later in the future, updates to Java. Other additional features New Music: Five ambient tracks composed by Amos Roddy will be added to specific Overworld biomes, along with a new lootable music disc obtainable from Ghasts. Improved Leash Mechanics: Players can now leash boats and form mob caravans using thicker leashes, enhancing transportation methods within the game. Quality-of-Life Improvements: The update also brings easier lodestone crafting, new farm animal variants, enhanced Overworld ambiance, the ability for farm animals to spawn in the Badlands biome, and refined Enderman behavior. The new game drop "Chase the Skies" purely aims to improve the game through new game mechanics, quality-of-life changes, and visual enhancements. Mojang has scheduled the update to release in June 2025.
