When building structures in Minecraft, you might want to use different kinds of blocks with a similar color palette to create a unique gradient. While this can be a fun way to create a gradient wall ...

After more than 16 years, Minecraft: Java Edition is finally moving away from the aging OpenGL graphics system and upgrading to Vulkan, a modern multi-threaded rendering API. The change, announced by ...

Looking ahead: The first official visual upgrade in Minecraft's 16-year history was released last June for Bedrock Edition players. However, the original Java version has a long road ahead of it ...

Minecraft Java recently announced a series of changes, including a much-needed transition from OpenGL to Vulkan. However, the new graphics API will significantly improve performance and graphical ...

James Ratcliff joined GameRant in 2022 as a Gaming News Writer. In 2023, James was offered a chance to become an occasional feature writer for different games and then a Senior Author in 2025. He is a ...

TSM revealed earlier today that the esports organization has been working on something called OSU, an app that uses AI to instantly generate Minecraft schematics. “Our team has been hard at work on a ...

Minecraft is entering a new era in 2026. With the launch of Minecraft Java 26.1, Mojang is not just releasing another content patch — it’s introducing a new yearly versioning system and laying down ...

Minecraft Java snapshots will now use a new version numbering system starting with Minecraft 26.1. The latest snapshot also brings a balanced villager trading system and a revamped lighting system. A ...

Mojang Studios announced Tuesday it will eliminate code obfuscation in Minecraft: Java Edition, marking a significant shift in how the company distributes the game to its modding community. The change ...

Mojang has dropped some huge news for Minecraft Java players - especially those that love to mod. While the modding scene is already thriving in Minecraft, it's not as accessible as you'd expect for ...

The 1.21.7 Patch for Minecraft Java Edition has arrived, bringing a new painting into the game alongside the viral Lava Chicken music disc! This page acts as a comprehensive breakdown of the 1.21.7 ...

A new multi-stage malware campaign is targeting Minecraft users with a Java-based malware that employs a distribution-as-service (DaaS) offering called Stargazers Ghost Network. "The campaigns ...