Minecraft Bedrock 26.40: Experimental Forests and Quality of Life

Major Headline Changes

The latest Bedrock update introduces the Dappled Forest, a brand-new biome packed with unique flora like Poplar trees and Shelf Mushrooms. You can also craft and place decorative cushions to sit on, alongside the one-time-use Straw Bed for resting without changing your spawn point.

Detailed Tweaks & Features

Structure Overhaul: Abandoned Camps now generate in various biomes with loot-filled chests.
Accessibility: Added screen distortion controls for the nausea effect.
Gameplay Fixes: Boat durability now matches Java Edition, and Minecart separation behavior has been restored.
Technical: Significant API and editor tool improvements for creators.

Miscellaneous fixes resolve minor crashes and audio bugs. A solid update that brings more parity with Java while adding some cozy features.

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