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

The Steam Client Beta has been updated with the following changes:

Steam Input

• Changed controller settings to use a menu and details structure instead of tabs to list the connected controllers.

We have just shipped an updated Steam Deck Client to the Preview/Beta channel.

General

• Fixed a case where pressing the power button would enter Sleep mode instead of Display-Off Download mode.

• Improved compatibility with WiFi captive portals.

Steam Input

• Changed controller settings to use a menu and details structure instead of tabs to list the connected controllers.