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STIPE Servers and Support => News and Updates => Topic started by: sirjorge on 18 June 2025, 09:17:22
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Minecraft 1.21.6 - Chase the Skies Update is Live!
Great news! Minecraft 1.21.6 is now released and is automatically included on a new server install via the STIPE Control panel. You can also install it any time you like from the Installer and Modpacks section.
More info:
The Minecraft 1.21.6 update is officially here, bringing fresh gameplay mechanics, improved visuals, and a few long-requested features. Here is a quick breakdown of what to expect:
Ride the Happy Ghast
This update introduces a unique new mob: the Happy Ghast.
- Found by crafting a Dried Ghast in the Nether.
- Rehydrate it in the Overworld to get a Ghastling, which eventually grows into a Happy Ghast.
- Equip it with a harness and it becomes rideable, able to carry up to four players!
Locator Bar - Multiplayer Navigation
A new Locator Bar replaces the XP bar when not gaining XP.
- Helps point out the direction of nearby players.
- Great for coordination in multiplayer worlds.
- Server admins can enable or disable it as needed.
New Music and Soundtracks
New background tracks composed by Amos Roddy.
Includes a new music disc called "Tears".
Enhances the ambiance across several biomes and menus.
Crafting and Gameplay Enhancements
- Saddle Crafting: You can now craft saddles using 3 leather and 1 iron ingot.
- Lead Update: Leads now only require string to craft. Plus, you can leash multiple mobs at once.
- Harnesses: Equip your Happy Ghast with colorful harnesses that support multiple riders.
Bedrock Edition - Vibrant Visuals
Players on Bedrock Edition now have access to Vibrant Visuals.
This adds improved lighting, shadows, reflections, and fog effects.
This feature is exclusive to Bedrock for now.
Read the full update post from Mojang:
https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/article/minecraft-java-edition-1-21-6 (https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/article/minecraft-java-edition-1-21-6)
Enjoy the skies and happy mining!