The latest Minecraft snapshot, 25w04a, is here, bringing an exciting range of updates for datapack enthusiasts and a few intriguing gameplay tweaks. Whether you’re a datapack creator or an adventurous player, this update has something for everyone. Here’s a breakdown of the key additions and changes in this week’s snapshot:
New Features
- Language Support for Kyrgyz: Players can now experience Minecraft in Kyrgyz, making the game more inclusive for players around the world.
Changes and Reversions
Minecraft has made significant adjustments based on player feedback:
- Bug Fix Reversions:
- Diagonal Movement Normalization: Reverted the fix for MC-271065, which impacted crouching and item use.
- Sprint Interruptions: Reverted the fix for MC-152728, allowing players to sprint consistently while performing actions like speedbridging or parkour.
- Developer’s Note: These reversions were made to prevent negative side effects on gameplay, particularly for advanced movement mechanics. Mojang aims to revisit these issues with a more comprehensive solution in the future.
- Improved Crossbow Tooltips:
- All charged projectiles are now displayed in the tooltip, not just the first.
- Each projectile’s detailed tooltip is added as a subsection, enhancing clarity.
- Container Item Tooltips:
- Items with stored contents, such as Chests obtained with Ctrl+Pick Block, now list up to four stored items in their tooltip. This matches the functionality of Shulker Boxes, providing more transparency at a glance.
Datapack Updates
This snapshot introduces robust new features for datapack creators:
- Expanded item model customization capabilities.
- New components for crafting unique gameplay elements and mechanics.
If you enjoy experimenting with datapacks, these tools will unlock fresh creative opportunities for your custom content!
