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 ...

Minecraft Java has recently announced an array of changes to modernise the game and improve performance. Among others, one of the biggest overhauls is the transition from OpenGL to Vulkan. While this ...

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 ...

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 ...

Transportation in Minecraft can be excruciating due to the limited options. But it gets more tricky when you want to travel vertically. For going up, you either have to place several blocks or create ...

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 ...

Small but mighty! 🏠 In this Minecraft tutorial, I’ll show you how to build a 2x2 house that’s compact but packed with essentials — perfect for starter shelters, hidden bases, or fun challenges. Test ...

Minecraft remains one of the most popular sandbox games, offering endless creativity and adventure. However, players often face a choice between two major editions: Java and Bedrock. While platform ...

Crawling (or going prone) is a very nifty, albeit difficult-to-engage, mechanic you can use in Minecraft. What started as an unintentional glitch after a hitbox size and eye height fix has now become ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. While you may be limited to which version of Minecraft you can play based on the device you're using, there are some important differences between ...