Minecraft 1.20 Trails & Tales Update Gets an Official Release Date
Putting an end to our misery, Mojang has finally shared the confirmed release date for the much-awaitedMinecraft 1.20 update. With the first set of features being unveiled back in October 2022, Minecraft players have been waiting for the official launch date with bated breath for a long time. And well, it’s finally here. So, keep reading to learn the release date for the Minecraft 1.20 Trails & Tales Update, along with a quick list of upcoming features.
Minecraft 1.20 Release Date Confirmed
In the latestMinecraft Monthly episodeon YouTube (as well as theofficial blog post), the developer has announced that the Minecraft 1.20 update will be released on June 7th, 2023 on all supported platforms. The blog post mentions,“The wait is almost over because the Trails & Tales Update will be coming to a device near you on June 7!”
You can check out the official announcement in the Minecraft Monthly video linked above. Mojang also shared the official release date on Twitter, as you can see right here:Your journey is about to begin: The Trails & Tales Update arrives June 7! 🎉Get ready to bring your stories to life, whether you’re hatching a sniffer, exploring a cherry grove, trimming your armor, or much more. Mark your calendars and start planning!pic.twitter.com/jPNe0nyMdb— Minecraft (@Minecraft)May 26, 2023
Your journey is about to begin: The Trails & Tales Update arrives June 7! 🎉Get ready to bring your stories to life, whether you’re hatching a sniffer, exploring a cherry grove, trimming your armor, or much more. Mark your calendars and start planning!pic.twitter.com/jPNe0nyMdb— Minecraft (@Minecraft)May 26, 2023
Now, for those wondering about the features we are getting in the Minecraft 1.20 update, there is a lot in store. We are not only getting a beautiful new biome – theCherry Grove biome, but also two newwood sets – bambooand cherry. In addition, this updatebrings two new mobsinto the fray. This includes the camel found in desert biomes and theSniffer, which lets you sniff ancient seeds. Moreover, it should be known that Sniffer doesn’t spawn in any biome, you need to hatch this mob from its egg.
Furthermore, Mojang is focusing on inclusivity and customization in the Minecraft 1.20 update. This is reflected in theseven new default skins, armor trims, banner customization, and more. This update also includes the much-awaited Archaeology features that were teased more than three years ago. You will find new suspicious sand/ gravel blocks, a new Trail Ruins structure, and a new item (brush) to dust these blocks and reveal treasures.
At What Time Will Minecraft 1.20 Update Release?
The Minecraft 1.19 The Wild update became available on all devices at around 10:00 AM PST (or 10:30 PM IST). So, we expect the same release window for the upcoming update. But keep an eye on your device’s app stores in case of an early release.
Which Devices Will Get the Minecraft 1.20 Update?
In the official blog post, Microsoft-owned Mojang has confirmed that the latest update will be available on the following platforms:
*only Java edition+ only Bedrock edition
Like every year, Windows users will be able to enjoy both Minecraft Java and Bedrock variants. However, the biggest addition to the device lineup comes in the form of Chromebook. Mojangannounced official support for Chrome OSearlier this year, allowing Chromebook users (mostly students) to officially play Minecraft Bedrock on their devices.
With all of that out of the way, which feature are you most excited to try out in the Minecraft 1.20 update? Is it the camels, the hidden trail ruins, or the Sniffer mob? Let us know in the comments below.
Anmol
Getting my start with technology journalism back in 2016, I have been working in the industry for over 7 years. Currently, as the Editor of Beebom, I’m leading the coverage on the website. While my expertise lies in Android, Windows, and the apps world, find me reading manga, watching anime, and playing Apex in my free time.
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