- Minecraft Preview will be a whole entity by itself, not part of the Minecraft Bedrock Edition.
- It will become available for multiple gaming platforms, not just Xbox, Android, and Windows.
- The existing Beta program will overlap with Minecraft Preview until the Beta program is retired.
- If you are thinking about signing up for the iOS testing do it now, as the available spots are limited.
There are literally thousands of video games out there, some better than others for different reasons. However, true fans will be loyal to their favorite games no matter what.
Now, hardcore Minecraft fans can test out the Minecraft Bedrock beta version, which comes with some limitations, ones that Minecraft is addressing in a recent announcement.
Mojang Studios stated that they have plans underway to retire the previous beta version of the game once Minecraft Preview is fully enabled.
Mojang invites players to try out the Minecraft Preview
We know you probably have some questions about this, as it can seem a bit confusing. Yes, the Minecraft Preview will be a whole entity by itself, not part of the Minecraft Bedrock Edition.
The title will thus be available on multiple platforms, as opposed to the beta version which is only accessible on Xbox, Android, and Windows.
Also, note that the existing Beta program will have some overlap with Minecraft Preview prior to the existing Beta programs being retired.
Moreover, players will get the chance to test Minecraft’s early releases as well as the official Minecraft release using one device. This is a great feat, as the beta version required gamers to constantly subscribe and unsubscribe from the program.
Windows and iOS users will have the first crack at the Minecraft Preview, this being the first time early builds of Minecraft, Bedrock Edition are making a debut on iOS devices.
Developers are currently also working on expanding Minecraft’s horizons to platforms it was never available on, such as PlayStation, or Nintendo.
iOS testing is essential before the game is launched officially, as such, players should get with the program and sign up, but keep in mind that the available slots are limited.
Minecraft: Bedrock Edition will be available on Minecraft Launcher, Xbox Game Pass, and PC Game Pass. The Minecraft Preview can be accessed for free by Minecraft: Bedrock Edition on both Windows and Xbox.
The company responsible for the game also made an announcement that might not please fans. Once in Minecraft Preview, you will no longer have access to the following features:
- Cross-platform multiplayer
- Marketplace (only on some platforms)
- Realms / Featured Servers
- Achievements
Of course, the beta version of the game will continue to receive updates, however, the long-term plan is to have it phased out by the Minecraft Preview.
Game developers actually aim to create an easier and more accessible way to test out the new features expected to come to Minecraft.
Sign up as soon as possible to gain access to Minecraft Preview, though it will get to the various platforms at different times. Starting with iOS and Windows.
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