Minecraft player uses floatater blocks to turn end ship into an actual flying ship

The Poisonous Potato update, released as Minecraft’s April Fools’ Day snapshot, brought a new element to the game with the addition of the floatater block. When given a redstone signal, this block has the ability to move forward and can even push other blocks along with it. Reddit user u/Jofroop shared a video on the game’s subreddit showcasing the creative use of floataters to turn an end ship into a flying ship.

We can use the flotater to power the end city’s ship and turn it into an actual flying ship! byu/Jofroop inMinecraft

Despite being limited to moving in one direction in the April Fools’ Day update for Minecraft, floataters have amazed players with their many uses. Mysticat and other content creators have showcased how floataters can be utilized to transport player-made ships across bodies of water. As a result, many are now eagerly anticipating the possibility of this block being added to the original game.

Each year, Mojang Studios releases April Fools’ Day snapshots that showcase impressive features, although only a few end up being added to vanilla Minecraft. Despite this, players remain optimistic that a floatater-esque block will eventually be introduced, given its potential for creating flying machines and more, as demonstrated in u/Jofroop’s video and other similar videos.

Comment byu/Jofroop from discussionin Minecraft

In-game features, such as tinted glass, have been added to Minecraft after being introduced in April Fools’ Day snapshots. This suggests that there is a possibility for floataters to be included in the base game in some form. However, to prevent any potential imbalances, Mojang may need to rename and modify the block to ensure it interacts properly with other blocks.

Minecraft fans have been incredibly impressed with the floatater block (Image via Reddit)

Despite the circumstances, the floatater and numerous other updates featuring Poisonous Potatoes have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from fans. It would be wise for Mojang to take note of which features are generating excitement among players, as incorporating them into vanilla Minecraft could potentially be a major success and earn them favor with the continuously expanding player community.

Potential Functionality of the Floatater Block in Official Minecraft

A floatater pushing a tree, showing its vast applications in Minecraft (Image via Mysticat/YouTube)

Although the floatater has potential for use beyond just an April Fools’ Day prank, it would require some modifications before being officially implemented. The floatater in the Poisonous Potato update has fascinating possibilities, but it can also move blocks that should be immovable, such as bedrock blocks.

Additionally, due to the unlimited number of blocks the floatater can push while in flight, it has the capability to move large structures at once as demonstrated in the end ship video. While players may desire to keep this feature, Mojang may need to make adjustments to the floatater’s mechanics. This will involve more than just stacking floataters together, as it does not align with the game’s physics.

To maintain the integrity of the base game, Mojang could implement reasonable constraints on the floatater block. This would prevent the block from violating the foundational laws of physics. While players may appreciate a block that enables flight, they are not fond of those that disrupt the overall gameplay or are deemed too powerful.