Top 5 New Features and Updates in Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20

Minecraft Bedrock version 1.21.50.20 has rolled out numerous updates and enhancements in anticipation of the Pale Garden winter drop. Typically, pre-release updates mainly focus on fixing bugs and optimizing performance; however, they also bring changes to game mechanics. This latest update includes major adjustments regarding interactions with specific blocks.

Below are the top five innovative features and changes introduced in Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20.

Top 5 Features and Changes in Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20

1) Creaking Adjustments

New features were added to the creaking in Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 (Image via Mojang Studios)

A key highlight of the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 preview is the updates made to the creaking mob.

In this update, an active creaking will remain stationary as long as a player is observing it. Furthermore, these creakings are immune to damage; the only method to defeat one is by destroying its creaking heart. While they are not influenced by the light cycle, they will spawn and despawn according to the day/night cycle of their biome.

The update also prevents creakings from entering boats, and those that emerge from a creaking heart cannot pass through portals.

Additionally, players wearing a carved pumpkin on their heads can gaze at a creaking without immobilizing it, creating a clever loophole.

This update establishes specific regulations regarding the powers and limitations of creakings arising under different circumstances. Creakings summoned with a creaking spawn egg will generate a creaking mob not linked to a creaking heart, rendering it unaffected by the day/night cycle and vulnerable to damage from players and other sources, with just half a heart of health.

2) Enhancements to Creaking Hearts

Changes to the creaking heart were added in Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 (Image via Mojang Studios)

A significant focus of the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 preview is directed towards the winter drop and the infamous creaking mob. The creaking heart functions as a living block found within Pale Oak trees and is the sole method to vanquish a creaking in the game.

This update alters the behavior of the creaking, activating it at night and putting it to rest during daylight. Moreover, if a player is struck by a creaking, the associated creaking heart will send a signal back to it.

When a creaking heart is destroyed, its connected creaking is removed from the realm. In addition, the creaking heart now produces eerie sound effects when activated at night while surrounded by logs.

3) Changes to the Pale Garden

The Pale Garden received essential upgrades in the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 preview (Image via Mojang Studios)

With the launch of Minecraft snapshot 24w40a, Mojang allowed players to explore aspects of the Pale Garden. Many users noted the ambiance and sound were lacking in this biome, prompting improvements through this update.

Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 introduces subtle atmospheric sounds to the Pale Hanging Moss when connected to Pale Oak Logs and Leaves, enhancing the eerie vibe of this dark forest biome.

4) Expanded Pale Oak Wood Set

The Pale Oak wood set gained a variety of new items in the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 preview (Image via Mojang Studios)

The Pale Oak wood set quickly captivated players since its introduction in the 24w40a snapshot.

Door
Fence
Fence Gate
Plank
Sign
Hanging Sign
Slab
Stairs
Stairway
Wood
Stripped Log
Stripped Wood
Button
Pressure Plate
Boat
Boat with Chest

Additionally, the Pale Oak leaves now produce some Pale Oak saplings that can be planted in a 2×2 arrangement to cultivate Pale Oak trees. This is especially beneficial for players eager to gather saplings and establish a Pale Oak grove safely near their base.

5) Alterations to Block Behaviors

Numerous block behaviors were altered in the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 preview (Image via Mojang Studios)

Another significant aspect of the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 update involves the modifications to the behaviors of various blocks. Players can now use swords to instantly chop down Bamboo saplings just like Bamboo. However, Axes can no longer harvest Bamboo Saplings and Moss Carpets at an enhanced speed.

Pickaxes and Shovels also mine Bamboo at a slower pace than Axes, meaning players must craft Axes for efficient harvesting. Additionally, Maces have lost their advantage in mining Cobwebs compared to other non-sword items. Those looking to mine Heavy Core can do so more efficiently with any inappropriate tool.

Players can now use any Pickaxes to quickly mine Crafter, eliminating the need to upgrade tools for this purpose. Furthermore, mining a Dragon Egg no longer necessitates a Pickaxe to drop, making it feasible to harvest with any tool. Lastly, copper trapdoors and bulbs now require at least a Stone Pickaxe for effective mining and item drops.

Thanks to this update, Note Blocks positioned above Heavy Core now produce the accurate sound effects.

This encapsulates the top five standout features of Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20. For comprehensive details on the updates, check out the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 patch notes.

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