How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview
The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview was released on November 14, 2024. This experimental build or beta version brings a host of changes and modifications to the Pale Garden biome ahead of its official release. It addresses the behavior of certain blocks while implementing changes to features such as the creaking heart, user interface, and more.
The Minecraft Bedrock previews are accessible only to Xbox One and Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, Android/iOS devices, and Windows 10/11 PCs. The beta and preview will not run on trial editions or inactive Game Pass editions of the game.
Here's how you can download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview for all compatible platforms.
How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview for all compatible platforms
Xbox One and Series X|S consoles
You can easily download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview if you have an active internet connection and a licensed copy of the game. Additionally, you can download this experimental version if you have an Xbox Game Pass regular or ultimate edition subscription. Here's how:
- Launch the Xbox store or your Microsoft Game Pass Library.
- Open the library and head to the search bar. Enter "Minecraft Preview."
- Once the Minecraft preview search page is listed, select it and hit Install. Wait for the download to complete.
- While the preview and its files are being installed, please ensure that you have a stable internet connection and that your device is not turned off during the update.
PlayStation 4 and 5
You can download and install the latest Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview on your preferred Playstation device by following these steps:
- Run Minecraft from the game library, frequently played, or the homepage.
- Head to the sidebar on your left and choose the button marked "Preview."
- Choose the "Get Playstation 4/5 Preview" button (depending on your console edition).
- Next, select the "Download" button and wait for the beta and preview files to install. Ensure your console is not turned off during installation or disconnected from the internet while the update is being installed as it could corrupt your game files.
Also read: 10 best Minecraft Pale Garden seeds
Android/iOS devices
You can experience the features and modifications made to the Pale Garden in the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview on Pocket Edition (PE) for Android and iOS devices. Mojang recently introduced experimental updates for mobile devices as well.
You can update to the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview version by following these steps:
Android
- Open the Google Play Store app on your preferred Android device.
- Navigate to the Minecraft page or click the link to open the page.
- Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click the "Join the Beta" prompt.
- Once downloaded and installed, it will replace your standard edition of the game with the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview.
iOS
- Download the TestFlight app and head to the official page of the latest Minecraft preview.
- Sign up for the beta and preview using your Apple account. Wait till you receive an email with your registered beta and preview ID and access links.
- Open the email, select the "View in TestFlight," button or link, and accept it.
- Select the "Install" (for new users) or "Update" (existing beta users) button to access the preview and beta on your compatible iOS device.
If you are an existing beta user, you can just head to the app store listing. You will notice that the Open/Play button has been replaced by an Update button. Hit it and wait for the files to install. Once done, you will be able to access the latest Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview on your preferred devices.
Also read: How to check the latest version of Minecraft on all platforms
Windows 10/11 PCs
You can download and run the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview if you have Bedrock Edition installed on your Windows 10/11 PC.
If you don't have a copy of the Bedrock edition, get your hands on it from the official launcher or the Microsoft Store listing. Once acquired, here's how you can install and run the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview on your PC:
For existing Beta edition players:
If you already have a previous version, like the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.28 beta and preview installed, you will have to manually visit the Microsoft Store app and enter your application library to make the update and get to the latest version.
Head to the Games tab and scroll down to look for Minecraft Preview in the list of games. Select the "Update" button next to it and wait for the files to get installed.
If you do not get the Update prompt, you can select the "Get Updates" button in the top-right section of the app to manually queue the list of available updates. Additionally, you can visit the Xbox app and update the Preview edition from there.
For new Beta edition players:
If you are downloading a beta and preview edition for the first time, open the official Minecraft launcher and choose Bedrock from the list of editions on the left. Click on the drop-down that says "Latest Release" to expand it and see other options.
Select the "Latest Preview" option below it and choose the "Install" button to download and install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview. Wait for the installation to complete and all the update files to get downloaded.
Once done, you should see the green Install button replaced by the Play button and be able to access the preview to enjoy the latest updates to the Pale Garden ahead of its official release soon.
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