Minecraft has added another reason for kids to head back into the Overworld. The new Wilderness Bound game drop focuses on exploration, building and the great outdoors.
Nintendo highlighted the update for Switch players this month. However, the biggest attraction is the new dappled forest biome. It brings warm autumn colours to Minecraft just as the real seasons start to change.
What is the dappled forest?
The dappled forest mixes red shrubs, poplar trees and large shelf mushrooms. As a result, it looks very different from Minecraft’s familiar green forests.
Players can climb the bouncy shelf mushrooms to get a better view. They can also collect the new poplar wood set and use it for builds. Therefore, children who spend more time building than fighting mobs still get plenty from the update.
There is a mystery to find too
Mojang has also added a mysterious new structure to discover. That makes exploration more rewarding. Families who play together could even turn finding it into their next shared Minecraft challenge.
A new way to get through the night
The game drop also introduces the cushion. It gives players another way to skip the night while they explore. Small additions like this can make long expeditions easier.
Do parents need to buy anything?
Wilderness Bound is a Minecraft game drop rather than a separate sequel. So, check that your child’s game has updated before assuming you need to buy something new.
As always, Minecraft also contains optional marketplace content. Therefore, keep your normal purchase settings in place if children play independently.
Why kids will care
Minecraft works because it keeps giving players new things to do without telling them exactly how to play. Some children will hunt for the new structure. Others will collect poplar wood or start a forest base. Meanwhile, younger players may simply enjoy bouncing around on giant mushrooms.
