How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview
The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview, released on November 20, 2024, introduces a host of new features to Mojang's sandbox title, such as single-player pause, as well as changes to gameplay, realms, user interface, and more. It also addresses the behavior of existing blocks and tweaks existing features to optimize or fine-tune them.
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.
This article explains how you can download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview on all compatible platforms.
How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview on all compatible platforms
Xbox One and Series X|S consoles
You can easily download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview if you have a stable internet connection and an official copy of the game. Additionally, you can download this experimental version if you have an active Xbox Game Pass regular or ultimate edition subscription. Here's how:
- Launch the Xbox store or your Microsoft Game Pass Library.
- Open the game library and head to the search bar. Enter "Minecraft Preview."
- Once the Minecraft preview page is listed, select it and hit Install. Wait for the download to complete.
- While the preview and its files are being installed, ensure that you have a stable internet connection and your device is not turned off.
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PlayStation 4 and 5
You can easily download and install the latest Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview on your preferred Playstation console by following these steps:
- Run Minecraft from the game library 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 the edition of your console).
- Next, hit the "Download" button and wait for the beta and preview files to install. Ensure your console is not turned off while the files are being installed or disconnected from the internet, as it could corrupt your game files and require a fresh installation.
Android/iOS devices
You can also experience features like single-player pause on Pocket Edition (PE). Mojang recently introduced experimental updates for mobile devices, allowing players to test features ahead of their official release.
You can update to the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview version by following these steps:
Android
- Open the Google Play Store app on your preferred Android device(s).
- Navigate to the Minecraft page or click on this link to open the page on the app store.
- Scroll down to the bottom of the page and select the "Join the Beta" prompt.
- Once downloaded and installed, this will replace your standard edition of the game with the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview.
iOS
- Download the TestFlight app and head to the official listing page of the latest Minecraft preview.
- Sign up for the beta and preview using your game's Apple account. Wait till you receive an email with your registered beta and preview ID and access links.
- Open the received email, select the "View in TestFlight" button or link, and accept it.
- Select "Install" (for new users) or "Update" (existing beta users) to access the preview and beta on your compatible iOS device(s).
If you are an existing beta user on your Android/iOS device(s), you can just head to the app store listing for the game. You will notice that the Open/Play button on the page has been replaced by an Update button. Select it and wait for the new preview files to install. Once done, you will be able to access the latest Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview on your preferred devices.
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Windows 10/11 PCs
You can download and run the Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview if you have Minecraft 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. Once purchased, head to the official launcher or the Microsoft Store listing.
After installing, here's how you can download and run the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview on your PC:
For existing Beta edition players:
If you already have a previous version, like the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.29 beta and preview installed on your PC, you will have to manually head to the Microsoft Store app and visit your library to download the latest experimental build.
Head to the Games tab in your application library and scroll down to look for Minecraft Preview in the list of installed games. Select the blue "Update" button next to it and wait for the files to get downloaded and installed.
If you do not get the Update prompt or button, you can select the "Get Updates" button in the top-right section of the app to refresh the list of available updates. Additionally, you can visit the Xbox app and update to the latest Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview edition from there.
For new Beta edition players:
If this is your first tryst with a beta and preview edition, open the official Minecraft launcher and choose the Bedrock edition from the list on the left. Once the page is opened, click on the drop-down that says "Latest Release" to expand it and open other options.
Select the "Latest Preview" option below it and hit the green "Install" button on the right to download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview. Wait for the files to get downloaded and installed successfully.
Once done, you should see the green Install button get replaced by the Play button. Select it, and you should now be able to access the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.20 beta and preview.
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