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Mojang Announces Minecraft's First Major Visual Overhaul in 16 Years

The Vibrant Visuals update enhances lighting, textures, and effects while maintaining the game's iconic blocky style, with a beta release expected soon.

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Minecraft Vibrant Visuals update
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Overview

  • The Vibrant Visuals update introduces dynamic lighting, pixelated shadows, and enhanced water textures, transforming the game's visual experience.
  • Available for Bedrock Edition on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, iOS, Android, and in development for Java Edition, the update ensures wide platform compatibility.
  • The update is optional and does not alter core gameplay mechanics, allowing players to toggle it on or off as desired.
  • A modern rendering pipeline included in the update sets the foundation for future graphical improvements in Minecraft.
  • The beta release is expected soon, with the full update planned for release within the next few months.