26.3 Snapshot 8 (known as 26.3-snapshot-8 in the launcher) is the eighth snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on August 12, 2026, which adds invite codes for Realms, renames a few explorer maps, and fixes bugs. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.3-snapshot-8

26.3 Snapshot 7 (known as 26.3-snapshot-7 in the launcher) is the seventh snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on August 4, 2026, which adds concrete stairs and slabs in 16 colors and new explorer maps for various structures; it also updates the texture of maps and the loot of abandoned camps, and turns explorer maps into unique items. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.3-snapshot-7

26.3 Snapshot 6 (known as 26.3-snapshot-6 in the launcher) is the sixth snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on July 28, 2026, which tweaks the abandoned camps, makes technical changes, and fixes bugs. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.3-snapshot-6

26.3 Snapshot 5 (known as 26.3-snapshot-5 in the launcher) is the fifth snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on July 21, 2026, which fixes bugs. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.3-snapshot-5

26.3 Snapshot 4 (known as 26.3-snapshot-4 in the launcher) is the fourth snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on July 16, 2026, which makes various technical changes and gameplay tweaks. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.3-snapshot-4

26.3 Snapshot 3 (known as 26.3-snapshot-3 in the launcher) is the third snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on July 7, 2026, which adds straw beds and cushions, and fixes bugs. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.3-snapshot-3

26.3 Snapshot 2 (known as 26.3-snapshot-2 in the launcher) is the second snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on June 30, 2026, which replaces the approach of the "Improved Transparency" option with a new algorithm and fixes bugs. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.3-snapshot-2

26.3 Snapshot 1 (known as 26.3-snapshot-1 in the launcher) is the first snapshot for Java Edition 26.3, released on June 23, 2026, which adds the dappled forest alongside the poplar wood set, as well as abandoned camps, wool stairs, and wool slabs. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.3-snapshot-1

26.2, the release of Chaos Cubed, is a game drop for Java Edition released on June 16, 2026. It focuses on the sulfur caves, a cave biome that is home to sulfur cubes, as well as the new sulfur and cinnabar blocks and their respective variants. This update also adds an experimental Vulkan renderer, and the friends list. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2

26.2 Release Candidate 2 (known as 26.2-rc-2 in the launcher) is the second and final release candidate for Java Edition 26.2, released on June 12, 2026, which fixes a softlocking issue with sulfur cubes. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-rc-2

26.2 Release Candidate 1 (known as 26.2-rc-1 in the launcher) is the first release candidate for Java Edition 26.2, released on June 11, 2026, which fixes a bug. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-rc-1

26.2 Pre-Release 6 (known as 26.2-pre-6 in the launcher) is the sixth and final pre-release for Java Edition 26.2, released on June 10, 2026. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-pre-6

26.2 Pre-Release 5 (known as 26.2-pre-5 in the launcher) is the fifth pre-release for Java Edition 26.2, released on June 8, 2026. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-pre-5

26.2 Pre-Release 4 (known as 26.2-pre-4 in the launcher) is the fourth pre-release for Java Edition 26.2, released on June 4, 2026. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-pre-4

26.2 Pre-Release 3 (known as 26.2-pre-3 in the launcher) is the third pre-release for Java Edition 26.2, released on June 2, 2026. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-pre-3

26.2 Pre-Release 2 (known as 26.2-pre-2 in the launcher) is the second pre-release for Java Edition 26.2, released on May 28, 2026. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-pre-2

26.2 Pre-Release 1 (known as 26.2-pre-1 in the launcher) is the first pre-release for Java Edition 26.2, released on May 26, 2026, which gives small sulfur cubes a unique model. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-pre-1

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26.2 Snapshot 7 (known as 26.2-snapshot-7 in the launcher) is the seventh snapshot for Java Edition 26.2, released on May 12, 2026, which adds new soundtracks, a new music disc, peer-to-peer connectivity, the friends list, and a new menu panorama. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-snapshot-7

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26.2 Snapshot 4 (known as 26.2-snapshot-4 in the launcher) is the fourth snapshot for Java Edition 26.2, released on April 21, 2026, which adds two new languages, makes technical changes, and fixes some bugs and issues. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-snapshot-4

26.2 Snapshot 3 (known as 26.2-snapshot-3 in the launcher) is the third snapshot for Java Edition 26.2, released on April 14, 2026, which adds sulfur spikes and fixes bugs. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-snapshot-3

26.2 Snapshot 2 (known as 26.2-snapshot-2 in the launcher) is the second snapshot for Java Edition 26.2, released on April 9, 2026, which fixes several major issues found in the previous snapshot. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-snapshot-2

26.1.2 is a hotfix for Java Edition released on April 9, 2026, which tweaks UI checkboxes and fixes an exploit. It is compatible with 26.1 and 26.1.1 servers. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.1.2

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26.2-snapshot-1 [sic] (also known as 26.2 Snapshot 1) is the first snapshot for Java Edition 26.2, released on April 7, 2026, which adds the sulfur caves, sulfur cube, sulfur and cinnabar block sets, and an experimental Vulkan renderer. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.2-snapshot-1

26w14a, supposedly the first and only snapshot for the "Herdcraft Update", is an April Fools' Day joke snapshot released on April 1, 2026. Similar to 22w13oneBlockAtATime, it disables many inventory features. Instead, the player can command "living blocks" using various tools in their hotbar. The blocks act as mobs, meaning they can be hurt, moved, and attacked. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26w14a

26.1.1 is a hotfix for Java Edition released on April 1, 2026, which fixes an issue with chat reporting. It is compatible with 26.1 servers. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.1.1

26.1.1 Release Candidate 1 (known as 26.1.1-rc-1 in the launcher) is the first and only release candidate for Java Edition 26.1.1, released on March 31, 2026, which fixes a bug. Full changelog: https://minecraft.wiki/Java_Edition_26.1.1-rc-1