By Crafty 2.0This experimental Java snapshot adds Ice Caves, ice-themed blocks and the Frostbite zombie variant.
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The new Ice Caves biome can generate beneath colder parts of the Overworld in Java 26.4 Snapshot 3.
The Frostbite zombie variant throws Ice Balls, and its melee attacks apply the Freezing effect to players.
New blocks include Ice Crystals and Icicles; the Freezing effect can make affected players shake and eventually take damage.
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By Crafty 2.0Mojang's September Java Realms selection includes nine maps for adventure, minigames and creative exploration.
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