Summary
On August 15,Minecraftreleased a new snapshot update for the Java version of the game, seemingly removing a line of text from the game’s debug menu that has been broken for 14 years. Prior to the release of snapshot 24w33a,Minecrafthad an unused B value in the game’s debug menu which constantly displayed the number zero, often leaving players scratching their heads wondering what it was for.
Snapshot 24w33a doesn’t just remove broken lines of text from the debug menu, it alsobrings bundles back toMinecraft, a feature that was first tested in 2020 but never went on to receive a full release. For players wanting to try out the new bundles, they’ll need to be on the latest snapshot release and enable them via the in-game settings. Once enabled, players will be able to stack different blocks or items together in the same inventory slot, working in a similar fashion to some popular backpack mods.
While plenty ofMinecraftplayers are busy building new rollercoastersthanks to the latest snapshot, others are noticing that the game’s debug menu is better off after Mojang Studios finally removes the unused B value. Over on Reddit, user Ok_Thing7750 noted that ever since 2010, the debug menu, which can be accessed in-game by pressing F3, displayed a B counter with the number zero next to it. However, thanks to the latest snapshot, this odd line of text is no more.
Minecraft Says Goodbye to Unused Debug Menu Line
It’s unclear what the purpose ofMinecraft’s B value was supposed to be, but Reddit user nablyblab speculated that it was added with the intention of showing the number of entities that have been loaded but are not visible on the screen. TheMinecraftwiki page makes a similar claim, stating that the B value was possibly for the number of entities removed due to hidden chunks, but was made redundant and intended to be removed.
Minecraft’s latest updateis currently in the testing phase, but will eventually roll out to players on all supported platforms with a handful of useful new features and improvements to Minecarts, Redstone, and more. While there’s still plenty to be excited about surrounding the nextMinecraftupdate, fans are still waiting for Mojang Studios to reveal the theme of update 1.22, which is once again expected to bring some major changes to the popular sandbox game.
TheTricky Trials update wasMinecraft’s last major patch, adding a plethora of new content that was mainly focused on combat adventures. Update 1.21 not only added plenty of new items for players to build with, but it also included a new hostile mob that is exclusive to the game’s new trial chambers. While fans continue to speculate on the theme of update 1.22, it could still be some time until its reveal, given that the last major update was only released in June.
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WHERE TO PLAY
Minecraft is a game made up of blocks, creatures, and community. You can survive the night or build a work of art – the choice is all yours. But if the thought of exploring a vast new world all on your own feels overwhelming, then fear not!Minecraft has no set goal and can be played however you’d like! This is why it’s sometimes called a “sandbox game” – there are lots of things for you to do, and lots of ways that you can play. If you like being creative, then you can use the blocks to build things from your imagination. If you’re feeling brave, you can explore the world and face daring challenges. Blocks can be broken, crafted, placed to reshape the landscape, or used to build fantastical creations.Creatures can be battled or befriended, depending on how you play. The world of Minecraft allows for epic adventures, quiet meditations, and everything in between. You can even share your creations with other players, or play in community worlds!
