The TU9 for Minecraft on XBLA is live! Please keep in mind that, while the update is now live and should automatically update, it may not be available in your region immediately. If the game has not yet updated, give it a little bit of time, and it should update on its own.
You can see the full list of changes by clicking here.
The list of awesome changes includes the following:
Added 'The End', with new layout, and new Enderdragon behaviour.
The TU9 update for MCX360 was submitted not too long ago, and is expected to go live on, or around, Friday the 5th. This is excellent news for XBLA fans of Minecraft, as the TU9 update has been highly anticipated for some time. Many new features await - what will you do with the new update?
I don't know about you guys, but I've been ready for a change in Minecraft for a long, long time. So, it is with great pleasure that I reveal to you the next iteration of Minecraft, courtesy of Mojang: MINECRAFT 2.0!!! What does this new version include? Let's take a look at the details, courtesy of Dinnerbone, from Mojang!
Gameplay
Added new Super Hostile game mode, for a much more challenging Survival experience.
Difficulty setting is now per-world and may never be changed once set.
Added new graphics setting “Ultra Realistic” with new patent-pending experimental 4D-rendering.
Added new chase-style 3D camera perspective.
Animals
Added new realistic food/hunger system to animals.
Overfeeding animals may have a negative effect on gameplay.
Added a new “Horse” animal, with two different breeds to choose from.
Each animal now has a gender and personality, introducing new farming mechanics.
Added a new rare breed of chicken known as a “Diamond Chicken”.
May lay diamonds or lapis instead of laying eggs.
May also blow up from too much pressure. Handle with care.
Added new friendly Pink Wither, which is the complete opposite of a wither.
Shoots out Love, which heals the nearby land and causes things to grow faster.
Known bug: Having both a Pink Wither and a Wither in your world at the same time may
cause up to a 200% increase in framerate. Will be fixed for launch.
All animals may be fed Golden Apples to unleash their hidden magical properties (see new Magic section).
Chickens are now classified as a Monster and are no longer a friendly Animal.
Monsters
Chickens do not appreciate being looked at and may get upset.
Attacking a lone chicken may summon additional chickens to its defense.
Zombie Pigmen now spawn with battlesigns and no longer use swords.
Fixed a bug causing Skeletons to miss their targets on occasion.
Added new Redstone Bug monster (see Redstone section).
You can see all the exciting changes in Minecraft 2.0 by visiting Mojang's site: click here!
SethBling to take over Mindcrack, Shows off Minecraft 2.0!
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Changes to Minecraft Forum
In addition to changes to Minecraft, we here at Minecraft Forum are very excited to announce some really sweet changes to the forum itself!
The front page news will now be featuring only Minecraft 2.0 videos, maps, and mods
The front page will also be used to show off many other games besides Minecraft, which is now old by internet standards
Due to low usage, the following sections will be deleted from the forum on April 14th:
Off-Topic
Servers
Mods
Minecraft Discussion
Contact Forum Administration
Videos
A new forum section, "Minecraft 2.0" will be added, and will be the only unlocked section of the forum. Every other section not deleted will be locked and archived.
All rule infractions will now result in an email being sent to the users' parents. The staff felt that suspensions and bans were not effective, and that this new measure will be far more proactive in establishing a friendly environment for everyone.
I will be retiring from MCF to pursue my lifelong dream of being a mime.
Any user caught typing the word "bacon" will have their avatar changed to a pretty princess, and their user name changed to match.
Private messaging and Search will be disabled on April 14th due to low usage.
The only videos on the front page that do not feature Minecraft 2.0 will be Curse videos, such as this fine review:
We know these exciting new changes will make life better for everyone here on the official Minecraft Forum! Since we will no longer have a "Contact Forum Administration" section, feel free to leave any and all suggestions you have for the new and improved Minecraft Forum in the comments below!
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Looking for a retro-themed adventure map with working scripts and dialogue, a cleverly realized game world from the Zelda franchise, and more? Look no further than a Block to the Past, a full-scale recreation of the Link to the Past game! Keep in mind, this isn't merely a replica of the LTTP game map (although it is a very good map), but a fully realized game-in-a-game adventure map, meant to mimic the old Zelda game as closely as possible, including all the dungeons, items, and enemies it could reasonably duplicate! Complete with a custom texture pack, this map will easily keep you busy for hours. Give it a try for yourself - click here to try it!
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Looking for a freeform RPG-like sandbox? You should definitely check out "Towns"! See our full review of the game by clicking here!Back to Top
If you have been looking for a challenging puzzle map, look no further. Today, we take a look at The Code, by jespertheend! The Code is a series of surprisingly challenging puzzles, each harder than the last, and many related to ones before them! What lies inside? Well, therein lies the trick of a puzzle map - telling you too much about it would ruin the puzzles - but I promise, it is well worth the download! Give it a try for yourself, and see how far you can make it without having to use spoilers!
In The Code, you need to solve a puzzle to get a code to advance - every solution is in the form of a code. If you rename paper to that code using the anvil, then throw the paper in the hopper, a new room will open. Altogether, there are 30 puzzles, and uses many features from the recent 1.5 update as well!
Why not, indeed! So here are some answers to your questions, from Mojang CEO Carl Manneh!
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Realms Q&A:
Will this service limit you to only allowing people to reach your server if they are in your area?
Anyone who the server 'owner' white lists can join your server, from anywhere in the world. Obviously you'll get better performance if you are geographically closer to the actual server.
Will it allow you to add plugins?
Starting out it will be vanilla Minecraft only, but as our API matures and Realms is further developed, some sort of plugin connection may be possible.
Will players have something like FTP access, to upload worlds, mods, and manage server settings?
Yes there will be a settings panel for the server owner. It will be quite limited from the beginning, but will be built out as the service develops.
Is this service aiming to replace third-party hosting?
No. We will not be able to provide all the options and features third-party hosting provides, so there will definitely be a need for third party hosting.
There you have it, even more goodies on the upcoming Realms service! A big "thank you" to Carl for giving us some insight into Realms, and answering users' questions directly!
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It isn't too often that I'm left speechless by a rollercoaster in Minecraft; there are a ton of good ones, to be sure, but rare and few are the ones that just leave my jaw on the floor, making odd little guttural noises in place of words while I point stupidly at the screen.
This is one of those.
Seriously, nothing I can say about this amazing roller-coaster, made by nuropsych, can possibly do it justice. You just have to see it for yourself. Watch it twice, if necessary!
Alright, have you watched it? Now is the point where most people go "Eh, not bad. Bet they used MCEdit/world edit/voxel sniper/etc". Not this time. This massive roller-coaster was built over the course of months on MCX360, then recorded in one shot with no cuts, edits, or alterations.
I just...wow. Be right back, I'm watching it again.
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Courtesy of Daniel Kaplan, a brief look at things to come in the TU9 for MCX360!
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TU9 is practically around the corner for you XBLA Minecrafters out there! Curious what lies in store? Hat Films just released a trailer video showing off the soon-to-be-released update, check it out!
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Mojang recently released some additional information on the new multiplayer project they have in the works - called Minecraft Realms - and it is very exciting stuff! Mojang business developer Daniel "Kappische" Kaplan had the following to say about realms:
Kappische said:
A select group of players now have access to the Minecraft Realms limited alpha test. Minecraft Realms is a service designed to let players play on a server together with minimal setup, and will be available to the public later this year.
Will this change the way I play Minecraft?
Nothing will change regarding how you create, setup, or host servers today. Minecraft Realms is an additional service of hosting servers for those who want it. Nothing is mandatory.
How can I get into the Realms closed Alpha?
You can’t yet, sorry. It’s a private, invite-only thing. Keep an eye on this blog for more info!
How much does it cost?
We’re not sure yet. It will be a subscription service. One subscription = one server. Only the host needs to pay. The host can invite (whitelist) friends to play on his/her server.
How many players can play together?
This is not confirmed yet. During the closed alpha we have set a limit of four players to test out our systems.
What is Minecraft Pocket Realms?
It is the mobile version of our Realms service.
How much will Pocket Realms cost?
We’re not sure yet. It will be a subscription service. One subscription = one server. Only the host needs to pay. The host can invite (whitelist) friends to play on his/her server.
How do I buy a Pocket Realms subscription?
Realms subscriptions will be available via an in-app purchase within Minecraft – Pocket Edition. You’ll need to log in with your Mojang Account to use the service. If you don’t have an account you’ll be asked to create one.
Players should note that normal Minecraft servers are not being done away with, or being replaced. So far, Realms appears to be targeted towards people who simply want a quick, easy way to play privately with friends and family, and early tests have been very promising. I've personally had a chance to test out the Realms feature, and it's really easy to invite some friends into your game, and just play, without having to worry about port forwarding, setting up permissions, or anything but the game itself.
Keep an ear to the ground, as we bring even more Realms news in the coming days!
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