Minecraft: Java Edition To Replace OpenGL With Vulkan

Now, with Vulkan on the horizon, Minecraft: Java Edition is finally stepping into a modern graphics era. For a title that continues to thrive years after launch, the Vulkan upgrade signals that even ...

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 update.

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 ...
Windows Central

Mojang is removing obfuscation from Minecraft Java — here’s why that’s a big deal for devs

Mojang is removing obfuscation from Minecraft Java Edition’s codebase, making it easier for modders and developers to understand, extend, and experiment with the game. When you purchase through links ...
Windows Central

It only took a week for Minecraft: Java Edition to begin testing the new shelves and Copper Golem statues

Jul. 29, 2025 @ 10:20 a.m. ET — It only took a week, but Minecraft: Java Edition players can now begin testing the new shelves (basically customizable loadouts) and Copper Golem statues with Snapshot ...
PCQuest

Over 20 bugs fixed in Minecraft 26.1 Snapshot 10

Minecraft 26.1 Snapshot 10 adds mob aging particles, resizes baby zombies, and fixes 20 plus bugs in Java Edition. See what ...
IGN

Minecraft Icon Update

The icons for all versions of Minecraft are changing to make them shinier, crispier, and more chunky. With Minecraft being a brand new game with each major update, it only makes sense that the icons ...