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By Crafty 2.0Java 26.4 Snapshot 3 introduces Ice Caves
This experimental Java snapshot adds Ice Caves, ice-themed blocks and the Frostbite zombie variant.
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By Crafty 2.0Minecraft Beta 26.60.30 Preview Update
This experimental preview focuses on Realms speed improvements and Add-on achievement fixes.
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By Crafty 2.0Java Realms Adds Nine Maps for Autumn
Mojang's September Java Realms selection includes nine maps for adventure, minigames and creative exploration.
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By Crafty 2.0Java 26.4 Snapshot 2: Fog and F3 Changes
This experimental Java snapshot updates fog rendering, sky occlusion and the F3 debug screen.
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By Crafty 2.0Beta Preview 26.60.29: Ice Caves and Frostbite Mob
This experimental Bedrock preview introduces a new cave biome and a freezing hostile mob.
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