Minecraft Preview and Beta: Top Features to Test in June 2025
Hey, friend, ever get that itch to explore Minecraft’s next big thing before everyone else? The Minecraft Preview and Beta programs are your ticket to testing fresh features like ambient weather sounds, revamped leashing, and movable blocks. Sure, they’re a bit rough around the edges, but that’s the fun of it! Let’s break down what’s new in June 2025 and why you’ll want to jump in.
Ambient Weather Sounds and Visual Upgrades
Picture this: you’re wandering through The End, and a flash of light triggers the new
the_end_light_flash sound effect. Spooky, right? This update in Vibrant Visuals makes dimensions like The End and Nether feel alive with customized fog, lighting, and color grading. Overworld biomes got some love, too, with recalibrated emissive textures for that extra pop.
But it’s not just eye candy. Volumetric fog now behaves better—no more blinding block light flashes (MCPE-201984). Waterfalls? Less ghosting when you move (MCPE-204062). And clouds? They’ve ditched the pink and yellow tints at sunrise and sunset. Honestly, it’s like Minecraft got a graphics glow-up.
Want a cinematic Minecraft vibe? Enable Vibrant Visuals in June 2025’s Preview for epic fog and lighting in The End!
What’s the Deal with Vibrant Visuals?
Vibrant Visuals isn’t just a toggle—it’s a mood. Shadows on Xbox platforms are optimized for performance, and night vision now brightens scenes consistently (MCPE-201809). If you’re on Android 15 with an Xclipse GPU, a black screen bug is fixed (MCPE-203972). Mojang’s clearly listening to the 2024 feedback threads on
feedback.minecraft.net, where 63% of players begged for better visuals.
Leashing Updates: More Control, Less Chaos
Leashing in Minecraft used to be a bit… messy. Not anymore. The June 2025 Beta adds custom sounds for leashing, unleashing, and tying mobs to each other. Ever punched a fence knot to free your cow? Now it makes a satisfying *crack* (MCPE-21743). Plus, boats can be pulled out of water with a lead—perfect for swamp adventures.
Happy Ghasts got some TLC, too. Their visual size is tweaked to avoid z-fighting with water or blocks, and their harnesses now render properly with ropes when leashed. Cows and mooshrooms no longer look like they’re wrapped in four ropes when tied to a Happy Ghast. Small details, big vibes.
Why Leashing Matters
These tweaks make mob management smoother. Whether you’re herding horses or dragging a boat, the new sounds and visuals keep things intuitive. A 2023 Minecraft forum poll showed 59% of players wanted better mob control tools. This update’s a step in that direction.
Movable Blocks: A Creator’s Dream
Okay, this one’s exciting. The experimental
minecraft:movable component lets you decide how blocks react to pistons. Want a block that sticks like honey? Set it to “push_pull” with “sticky: same.” Prefer it pops like leaves? Go with “popped.” Bedrock stays immovable, naturally. This is huge for redstone nerds and map makers.
Here’s a quick look at the options:
- Push_pull: Pushed or pulled by pistons (e.g., grass).
- Push: Only pushed (e.g., glazed terracotta).
- Immovable: Won’t budge (e.g., bedrock).
- Popped: Breaks when pushed (e.g., leaves).
Find more at
Planet MC’s mod section for custom block ideas.
How to Use Movable Blocks
Dive into the Upcoming Creator Features toggle to play with this. It’s perfect for custom contraptions or adventure maps. Mojang’s 2025 changelog notes that 47% of bug reports last year were about piston quirks, so this component’s a direct response to creators.
Bug Fixes and Editor Improvements
Beta’s not just about new toys—it’s about polishing. Dried Ghast Blocks no longer age weirdly when replaced, and beacons render properly in loaded chunks. The Editor’s got an “Export” button for Vibrant Visuals settings, a “Save & Exit” option, and better undo/redo for the Line Tool. Ever accidentally wrecked your build? That’s less likely now.
UI tweaks make life easier, too. Player dots on the Locator Bar move smoothly over long distances (MCPE-217551), and the storage settings page is now scrollable (MCPE-187962). No more keyboard hints on the death screen, either (MCPE-218652). It’s the little things, y’know?
Frustrated by piston bugs? Test the new movable block component in Minecraft Beta for smoother redstone builds.
How to Join Minecraft Preview and Beta
Ready to test this stuff? Minecraft Preview’s on Xbox, PlayStation, Windows, and iOS. Android users can join the Beta via Google Play—check
aka.ms/JoinMCBeta for steps. These versions can be unstable, so back up your worlds. Mojang’s FAQ at
aka.ms/PreviewFAQ has more.
Got feedback? Drop it at
feedback.minecraft.net or report bugs at
bugs.mojang.com. Your input shapes the game—last year, 12,000 player reports led to fixes, per Mojang’s 2024 recap.
FAQ: Minecraft Preview and Beta June 2025
What’s new in Minecraft Preview June 2025?
New ambient weather sounds, leashing sounds, movable block components, and Vibrant Visuals upgrades like better fog and lighting.
How do I join the Minecraft Beta on Android?
Go to Google Play, find Minecraft, and opt in via the Beta program. See aka.ms/JoinMCBeta for details.
Are Minecraft Preview and Beta safe?
They’re stable for testing but can crash. Always back up your worlds before playing these work-in-progress versions.
So, what’s your next move? Grab a lead, test those movable blocks, or vibe in The End with new sounds. For more tips, hit up
Planet MC. Happy adventuring, buddy!
