Our next drop has a name

Our expedition into the dappled forest is about to set off, and now it officially has a name: Wilderness Bound! In this game drop, you’ll sleep under the stars, seek out abandoned camps, and ultimately take on the great outdoors with all its beauty and obstacles. Nature has a habit of humbling those who charge in unprepared. Luckily, you've got a little more time to prepare. To help you become a wilderness expert, we've gathered some tips below!

Before you set out

Pack your camping supplies, craft some straw beds, and practice your map reading, because you never know how long the journey to the dappled forest could be. This new biome is full of tall poplar trees in fiery colors, so you can’t miss it. Once there, the real exploring begins.

Scout the unfamiliar terrain, parkour across the many shelf mushrooms, and investigate abandoned camps for clues about those who came before. Just remember: getting lost is only an adventure if you eventually find your way back!

Choose your camp wisely

The dappled forest has no shortage of cozy clearings among the poplar trees. Found a spot worth staying in? Time to get building. Gather poplar wood and craft your camp from the ground up, then bring in the expanded concrete and wool sets to make it your own. Whether you're building a simple shelter or a full basecamp, remember that a successful camp is measured not in blocks, but in reasons to stay.

Every good expedition has a (usually chaotic) story to tell. Once the day's exploring and building is done, place some cushions around the campfire and share what went down out there – the shortcut that wasn’t, the mushroom parkour ambush, or the heroic rescue mission for someone still back at camp.

Some memories you can plan, but the best ones you usually can't. So start prepping your inventory, plan your campsite, and get ready to discover what adventures await off in Wilderness Bound!

*New features are coming in the future and will require Minecraft: Bedrock Edition or Java Edition (each sold separately). As development is ongoing, the features shown and their descriptions are subject to change. Feedback from the community will help us iterate these features into their final versions.