Minecraft has unveiled its Snapshot 26.1 update, delighting players with a host of new features. This update introduces charming baby animals, dubbed the “cutest game drop yet,” allowing players to befriend baby wolves, kittens, piglets, calves, lambs, baby chickens, baby ocelots, and rabbits. Players can now also craft name tags and enjoy heartwarming sounds from these new mobs.
Snapshot 26.1 Key Features
New Craftable Items and Sounds
- Name tags can be crafted using 1 paper and 1 metal nugget.
- New sound effects have been added for baby wolves, cats, and pigs, enhancing gameplay immersion.
- Armor on baby wolves and saddles for baby pigs will no longer appear.
Visual Enhancements
The visuals of several baby mobs have received a significant upgrade. The models and textures for the following have been revamped:
- Cows
- Sheep
- Pigs
- Cats
- Ocelots
- Mooshrooms
- Wolves
- Chickens
Additionally, the bounding box has been adjusted for the new rabbit model, improving character interactions.
Game Performance Improvements
- The default memory allocation has increased from 2 GB to 4 GB, optimizing performance and reducing lag.
- Garbage collection has switched from G1GC to ZGC for enhanced stability on compatible devices.
- If your device has less than 4 GB of RAM, consult the help article for assistance.
Technical Updates
- Data Pack version is now 96.
- Resource Pack version has been updated to 77, introducing various new textures.
Bug Fixes
This update also addresses multiple bugs, including issues with zombie horses and rendering errors. Notable fixes include:
- Zombie horses no longer panic when hurt.
- Debug overlay display issues have been rectified.
- Various trade and enchantment fixes to improve gameplay balance.
How to Access Snapshot 26.1
Players can access the Snapshot 26.1 for Minecraft: Java Edition through the Minecraft Launcher by enabling snapshots in the “Installations” tab. Always back up your worlds to prevent data loss.
Enjoy your adventures and happy mining in the vibrant world of Minecraft!
