Minecraft Java is getting a new graphics API for its Vibrant Visuals update

Minecraft developer Mojang is switching the Java Edition's graphics API from OpenGL to Vulkan ahead of its Vibrant Visuals ...

Minecraft Java Edition is finally moving from OpenGL to multi-threaded Vulkan

Although Mojang has not provided a precise timeline for transitioning Minecraft to Vulkan, players and modders can begin testing the new renderer in Java Edition in ...
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Minecraft launches its own version of Xbox Game Pass, called Marketplace Pass

Developer Mojang has just announced a new service similar to Xbox Game Pass for Minecraft players. Marketplace Pass costs $3.99 a month and offers access to over 150 extra content items for the game.
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Minecraft Patch 1.20.60.23 Finally Adds 4K on Xbox Series X and S

Minecraft is finally playable in 4K on Xbox Series X and S after developer Mojang released a preview build of the upcoming 1.20.60.23 update. The 1.20.60.23 update, out now in test form across ...