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September 8, 2026

Minecraft 26.3 Pre-Release 3: Fixing Performance and Exploits

Minecraft 26.3 Pre-Release 3: Fixing Performance and Exploits

Bug Squashing Update

Minecraft 26.3 Pre-Release 3 focuses heavily on technical stability and patching game-breaking trade exploits as we near the full launch. Expect smoother gameplay with major fixes for windowed rendering and display bugs.

Technical Tweaks & Fixes

  • Villager Exploits: Trading for free by manipulating reputation or restocking is finally patched 🔴.
  • Display Issues: Fixed major fullscreen toggle bugs on Windows and macOS.
  • Internal Logic: Standardized float providers to prevent inconsistent math errors.

Numerous minor visual glitches involving falling blocks and sound cues were resolved. Polishing the edges before the final release.

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