Minecraft: Bedrock Edition officially releases 1.16.220 update with bug fixes and new creator tools
The Nether Update gains another bug-fixing patch.
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What you need to know
Minecraftis a quintessential example of a game that steadily improves over time, and this trend continues today with theofficial release of the 1.16.220 update for Minecraft: Bedrock Edition. Still being built on top of the 1.16 branch, orthe Nether Update, the 1.16.220 update doesn’t include a ton of new features or anything from the upcomingCaves and Cliffs Update.
However, players will be able to enjoy a wide range of bug fixes and general improvements, map and add-on creators can take advantage of new tools, and the text on signs can now be colored with dye. Small but welcome improvements run wild in the 1.16.220 patch update for Minecraft.
This is a minor release, so don’t expect anext-gen update for Minecraft on the Xbox Series X|S, or a colossal number of new features in additions like what’s comingthis summer in the Caves and Cliffs Update. Instead, this update focuses on minor improvements and fixes to keep Minecraft running well.
The 1.16.220 patch update for Minecraft: Bedrock Edition is now rolling out to theXbox Series X,Xbox Series S, Xbox One,PS5, PS4,Switch, PC, and mobile devices. Minecraft is already one of thebest games on Xbox, but every update makes it even better. Show your love for Minecraft with something from our list of best merch, toys, and gifts for Minecraft.
The full changelog for Minecraft: Bedrock Edition Update 1.16.220 includes:
Changes
Known issues
Fixes
Performance & stability
Gameplay
Mobs
Blocks
Accessibility
User interface
Commands
Character Creator
Creator changes
Updated template packs
Technical fixes & changes
GameTest framework
Movement prediction
Network packets
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Minecraft is an inarguable and complete success. It has sold copies in the hundreds of millions, has a huge following of dedicated players, and lets you unlock your every creative desire. It’s also available on every platform imaginable, including Xbox One, Windows 10, Playstation 4, and Nintendo Switch. Play with anyone, and play anywhere.
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