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Minecraft Update Hosts 6 New Features for both Java and Bedrock

Minecraft Players will have plenty to enjoy with the latest update. Currently, all six new features are available for Java Edition players, while Bedrock Edition will have access in the near future. The new features include: Cold and Warm Pig Variants, easier and new Lodestone recipe, additional Overworld falling leaf and “leaf litter” graphics/decorations, and new dye recipes using white or yellow wildflowers!

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Minecraft writers Sophie Austin and Linn Viberg shared the exciting news to the Minecraft website, stating: “Pig variations, wildflowers, and more! Between drinking hot cocoa and mining for diamonds, our developers have been hard at work preparing the first game drop of 2025. So while we might only be seven days into the new year, we have six new features for you to test in Java snapshot – and four in Bedrock beta/preview! Grab your best exploration gear and join us on a journey to meet two new pig variations, discover wildflowers, rustle through crunchy leaf litter, and marvel at all the new, falling leaves. And after venturing near and far, you’ll be happy to hear that our sixth feature coming into testing is a new recipe for lodestone – making it easier for you to find your way home!” Check out the full news article by clicking here!

 The news was also shared on the Minecraft social media pages:

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Are you excited for the new update? What other features would you like to see added to Minecraft? Do you prefer Java or Bedrock edition? Would you like us to cover more Minecraft updates and news? We would love to hear your thoughts and suggestions in the comments. Be sure to check back here at Variant Ventures for all things gaming and entertainment!

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