Minecraft 1.21.6 Pre-Release 4 is a stability-focused update that prepares the game for the upcoming Chase the Skies release. While it doesn’t introduce new features, it resolves several bugs that affected sound playback, entity behavior, and mob navigation. These refinements help ensure a smoother experience for players across all systems, especially those interacting with new content like the Happy Ghast and the revamped audio systems.
Features:
- Audio Fixes
- Resolved an issue where the “Thunder roars” ambient sound was not influenced by the master volume slider. (MC-298446)
- Fixed a bug where the
/playsoundcommand could bypass master volume settings when used with high volume values. (MC-298653)
- Happy Ghast Improvements
- Happy Ghasts now respond immediately after a player dismounts, fixing a pause/delay in their behavior. (MC-298510)
- Mob Pathfinding Fix
- Mobs now correctly path to the highest accessible point, even when lured to positions at the lowest Y level (-64), preventing navigation confusion. (MC-279417)
- Technical Notes
- This pre-release continues the stabilization work on new systems introduced in earlier snapshots, such as the Happy Ghast, Dried Ghast Block, and interface improvements.
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How to install:
- Please visit the following link for full instructions: How To Download & Install Minecraft Snapshots
Why use Minecraft 1.21.6 Pre-Release 4?
This version is a recommended upgrade for players testing the latest features ahead of the full 1.21.6 release. It smooths out issues with sound control, improves mob behavior, and polishes the Happy Ghast’s mechanics ensuring fewer bugs and better gameplay continuity. If you’re experimenting with snapshot content or just want a more refined play experience, Pre-Release 4 delivers critical last-minute fixes before launch.
FAQs
Does this pre-release introduce any new features?
No. Minecraft 1.21.6 Pre-Release 4 is focused purely on fixing existing bugs related to sound playback, mob pathfinding, and the Happy Ghast’s behavior.
Should I install this pre-release if I’m using a previous snapshot?
Yes. It’s a more stable build and includes fixes for known issues reported in earlier 1.21.6 snapshots.
Is the Happy Ghast still experimental?
No. The Happy Ghast is now part of the regular gameplay mechanics and continues to receive behavior fixes and polish in these pre-releases.
Will this affect any of my mods or resource packs?
If your mods or packs rely heavily on audio events or custom sound systems, you should test compatibility, but this pre-release doesn’t introduce major system changes.
When will the full 1.21.6 update be released?
While an exact date isn’t confirmed, Pre-Release 4 suggests that the final version is imminent, likely within the next week or two.
Download links
- Client:download Download file
- Server:download Download file
