Minecraft: Java Edition ‘Caves and Cliffs Update’ Pre-Release 4 drops with new bug fixes
The ‘Caves and Cliffs Update’ continues to be refined.
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What you need to know
Mojang Studios isn’t taking any breaks, and is already replacing yesterday’sMinecraft: Java Edition Pre-Release 3 snapshotwith the latest version of the1.17 Caves and Cliffs UpdateforMinecraft. Today,Minecraft: Java Edition Caves and Cliffs Update Pre-Release 4is rolling out to testers with a fresh batch of bug fixes and one new tweak in the name of last-minute polish. There’s less than a week to go until a public release, asPart One of the Caves and Cliffs Update officially releases on June 8
As with all the other Pre-Release snapshots (and the future ones inevitably arriving over the next few days), don’t expectanymajor changes or feature additions. At this point, Part One of the Caves and Cliffs Update is feature complete and nearly finished. Mojang Studios is simply working on fixing as many lingering bugs as possible and making a few tweaks and tiny improvements to the overall experience. The highlight of Pre-Release 4 is all about improving the credits, including a small change that makes it easier to speed through them.
The Caves and Cliffs Update is just around the corner, and that means a ton of new features and content for Minecraft fans to play with and discover. Three new mobs and up to 91 new blocks and items are arriving on June 8, 2021. If you’re a huge Minecraft fan, take a look at our list of best Minecraft merch, toys, and gifts for some awesome ways to celebrate.
The full changelog for Minecraft: Java Edition Caves and Cliffs Update Pre-Release 4 includes:
Caves and Cliffs Update preview
Changes
Bug fixes
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