Minecraft: Java Edition Snapshot 21w13a adds goats from ‘Caves and Cliffs Update’ and more

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What you need to know

What you need to know

Minecraftis all about swapping features in the latest batch of betas and snapshots today.Minecraft: Bedrock Edition got axolotl and deepslate, which had already been tested in a previous Minecraft: Java Edition snapshot. On the other hand,Minecraft: Java Edition Snapshot 21w13ahas just arrived on scene with the new goat mob, which appeared in a past Minecraft: Bedrock Edition beta.

The latest Minecraft: Java Edition snapshot is now available toMinecraft: Java Edition snapshot players, and features a new mob and more tweaks from the upcomingCaves and Cliffs Update. Players can also find a ton of tweaks and changes to existing features and previously-tested additions, a new accessibility option, and the usual batch of bug fixes and general improvements. The highlight for this snapshot is certainly the goats, a new neutral mob that resides in Minecraft’s mountains and boasts of some impressive jumping power.

You can play the new Minecraft: Java Edition snapshot right now. If you’re looking for something Minecraft-themed for yourself or a loved one, be sure to check our list of best merch, toys, and gifts for Minecraft. On the other hand, if you’re just looking to shake up the way you play Minecraft, check out our ultimate guide onhow to mod Minecraft: Java Edition.

The full changelog for Minecraft: Java Edition Snapshot 21w13a includes:

New features

New features

Added the goat! Added an accessibility option

Goat

Accessibility

Changes

Caves

Ore distribution

Powdered snow

Trade & loot tables

Technical changes

Light block

Bug fixes

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