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Mojang and Microsoft have introduced a major update to the Minecraft sandbox game with the grand renovation of the Nether. Nether Update 1.16 brings a unique ore, Ancient Debris, found in the lower depths of the Nether. Once collected, you can smelt it to obtain Netherite Scrap, which, when combined with a Gold Ingot, creates a Netherite Ingot. The update also introduces new wood materials, soul soil, new blocks, and various other changes.
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Compilation of Noteworthy Points in the Latest Minecraft Nether Update
The Nether Update also unveils 3 new biomes for players to explore, including Crimson Forest, Soulsand Valley, and Warped Forest. Netherite can be found in each biome, and Fungi act as the 'trees' for these creature communities. The new vegetation covers the cave surfaces in the Nether. Despite the inherent danger of the Nether, the Warped Forest is considered the 'least hostile' area in this molten hellscape.
Minecraft's Nether Update is extensive, featuring numerous additions, changes, bug fixes, and tweaks. Below is a compilation of standout information you need to know about the 'Nether Update' 1.16:
1. New Biomes.
2. New Creatures.
3. New Materials.
4. New Blocks.
5. Technical Changes.
6. Bug Fixes.
What's New in Minecraft Nether Update 1.16
1. New Biomes
- Soulsand Valley: Inhabited by dense Skeketon residents, Soulsand Valley is a spooky area filled with fossilized remnants. The sky is thick with dust, and the ground is bathed in a strange green light. Resting on Soul Sand and Soul Soil, this valley is abundant with Basalt pillars.
- Whimsical Woods: A forest of playful mushrooms, where Shroomlight brightens the dark paths. Warped Fungi emerge as giant trees, and Warped Spores hover in the air like perpetually suspended snowflakes. A green-hued mist blankets the woods, surprisingly making it the safest area in the Nether.
- Crimson Groves: Similar to Whimsical Woods, Crimson Groves provide perfect conditions for mushroom growth and the flourishing of Shroomlight. Crimson Nylium is found everywhere, and Crimson Spores cover the space. Weeping Vines hang down from above, and Hoglins patrol their territory.
2. New Creatures
- Piglins: Piglins are default hostile mobs with a fondness for collecting gold. In fact, they love gold so much that they won't attack if you wear gold armor. Suit up in your finest gold attire, and Piglins might even trade with you. However, good luck negotiating with them.
- Mystical Beasts: Formerly known as Piglin Beasts, Hoglins are enigmatic creatures. There is scarce information about them, except for the fact that they have soft, drooping ears and seemingly limited abilities. Their giant tusks make them appear fearsome, yet strangely endearing.
3. New Materials
Netherite is a high-level ore newly discovered in the Nether. It possesses a range of properties that make it more valuable than Diamond. Netherite tools have high durability and can mine materials faster. Netherite weapons also deal greater damage than Diamond weapons. Netherite armor is more durable and offers better resistance.
Additionally, all Netherite items have higher enchantment values than Diamond (though lower than Gold). These items also float on lava, so you won't lose them if you happen to take an accidental dip in a fiery Nether pool.
Guide on Crafting Netherite:
- Venture to the lower depths of the Nether.
- Utilize the Blast Furnace to refine materials into Netherite Scrap.
- Combine 4 Gold Ingots and 4 Netherite Scraps on a crafting table to create a Netherite Ingot.
4. New Blocks
- Target block: Shoot with an arrow to send a redstone signal.
- Crimson Sems and Warped Stems: Materials resembling wood.
- Basalt block: Similar to a pillar and can be placed in any direction.
- Crimson Nylium and Warped Nylium: Ground blocks. Nylium can spread by using bone meal on Netherrack.
- Nether Sprouts, Crimson Roots, and Warped Roots: Vegetable blocks.
- Crimson Fungi and Warped Fungi: Can be grown using bone meal.
- Weeping Vines: Climbing vines that grow from the underside of blocks.
- Shroomlights: Natural light source.
- Soul Soil: When lit, the flames turn blue.
- Warped Warts: Decorative block.
5. Technical Changes
- Introducing a new command 'locatebiome' to pinpoint the location of a specific biome. Handy in Creative mode when searching for a particular biome without random flying. Replace the suffix 'biome' with the desired biome name.
- New particle types: ash (dust), crimson_spore, soul_fire_flame, and warped_spore.
- Rendering: Shadow effects of Nailed Entity on the ground.
6. Bug Fixes
'Nether Update' 1.16 addresses a slew of issues such as items in item frames being deleted if both mouse buttons are used simultaneously, baby pigs turning into mature zombie pigmen when struck by lightning, potion/item throwing causing both hands to shake, dust particles from anvils and black-colored concrete powder blocks, pickaxe not accelerating piston breaking speed, Stonecutter formula list not displaying tool tooltips, and more.
Here are some notable points in the Minecraft Nether update. For more efficient gameplay, you can utilize various Minecraft Commands like /gamemode 2 or /f money balance.
