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More major updates coming to Minecraft - some highlights from Minecraft Live (September 2025)
Minecraft Live has again come and gone (twice a year now), so here's just some of what's coming to the popular open-world game with major updates planned.
Minecraft will finally let you craft saddles instead of hunting for them
In a future Minecraft release that's now in testing, you won't need to hunt or fish for a saddle, as it's finally going to be an item you can just craft.
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Minecraft Spring to Life drop is out now with more mob variants and ambient features
Mojang have released the latest update for Minecraft, the Spring to Life drop. This is part of their sped-up release schedule to bring more updates to the game.
How to set, change and reset your SteamOS / Steam Deck desktop sudo password
If you're going to be messing around with SteamOS on Steam Deck or other devices, there are times it will need a sudo password in Desktop Mode. Here's how to set it, change it and reset it if you forgot it.
How to set up Decky Loader on Steam Deck / SteamOS for easy plugins
Decky Loader is a simple to use plugin system for Steam Deck / SteamOS, that allows you to add in plenty of extra features and some of the plugins are awesome.
Minecraft gets new types of cows, a firefly bush and more ambient sounds
Following on from a previous testing snapshot update for Minecraft that added in new pigs, wildflowers and ambient features there's another snapshot available for testing with more new content.
An idiots guide to setting up Minecraft on Steam Deck / SteamOS with controller support
Minecraft (Java Edition) has supported Linux platforms for a long time, so getting it running on Steam Deck / SteamOS is easy. Here's your foolproof guide to getting it set up correctly and with controller support too.
Prism Launcher 8.0 for Minecraft modding out now
Prism Launcher for easy Minecraft Java modding has launched the big Prism Launcher 8.0 upgrade with plenty of new features and enhancements.
Prism Launcher for Minecraft Java has a nice bug-fix release out
Prism Launcher is easily one of the best ways to play Minecraft Java on Steam Deck and desktop Linux, thanks to a clear interface and great modding support. Prism Launcher 7.2 was just released to fix up some issues.
Trails & Tales update out now for Minecraft
Time to jump back in and punch some blocks? There's quite a lot that's new for Minecraft in Trails & Tales and it all sounds pretty fun!
CurseForge and Bukkit get hit with malware for Minecraft mods
Just a bit of a PSA here for anyone diving into Minecraft modding, as recently there's been a problem on both CurseForge and Bukkit with malware.
Time running out to swap your Minecraft account over to Microsoft
Mojang recently sent out a rather important reminder, as the time is running out to swap your Mojang account for Minecraft over to Microsoft.
Minecraft 1.20 adding Archaeology, Cherry Blossom Biome and a Sniffer mob
There's lots to be excited for in the upcoming Minecraft 1.20 update, with many previously announced features finally landing like Archaeology.
A round-up of what was popular on GamingOnLinux in 2022
Here's an end of year 2022 round-up of some of the most-read articles on GamingOnLinux that I've picked out, just in case you missed any!
Minecraft on Steam Deck Guide with Prism Launcher (and gamepad support)
Prism Launcher has been released for Minecraft, rising from the ashes of the controversy with PolyMC (that you should no longer use). Here's all the info on it, plus a fresh Steam Deck Guide.
If you use PolyMC for Minecraft you should switch away now
Unfortunately, it seems a developer on the Minecraft launcher PolyMC went completely rogue and so for your own safety, you should remove PolyMC from all systems.
Mojang rolls out Player Chat Reporting into Minecraft Java
Minecraft Java Edition 1.19.1 is out now and it comes with some controversial changes, that many players are not particularly happy about.
Mojang say no to NFTs and blockchain with Minecraft
Hey look, some good news about NFTs for once! Mojang has put out a new guide on the rules surrounding NFTs and blockchain.
Minecraft Snapshot gets Ancient Cities and the Allay friendly mob
Mojang continue working towards the next major Minecraft update, with another Java Snapshot out now bringing in more big features to play with.
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