Description
Minecraft 1.16.40 is a specific version of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, released as an update for mobile devices, including the APK version for Android.
The Minecraft: Bedrock Edition is an open-world building and survival game developed by Mojang Studios, allowing players to explore, build, mine, and interact in procedurally generated worlds. Version 1.16.40 is a hotfix update released for the 1.16 Nether Update, which brought significant changes to the game, particularly related to the Nether biome.
Overview
- Release Date: The 1.16.40 version was released on November 3, 2020, as a hotfix to address specific issues in version 1.16.20/1.16.30.
- Purpose: This is a minor update focused on fixing bugs and improving stability, without introducing major new features compared to the 1.16 Nether Update.
Main Features of Version 1.16
As 1.16.40 is a hotfix for 1.16, it inherits all the features from the Nether Update (1.16), originally released in June 2020. Here are the main inherited features retained in this version:
- New Nether Biomes:
- Allows exploration of new biomes in the Nether, such as Crimson Forests, Warped Forests, Soul Sand Valleys, and Basalt Deltas.
- Each biome has unique characteristics, such as vegetation, blocks, and distinct atmosphere.
- New Blocks and Items:
- Allows the use of new blocks, such as Netherite (a material stronger than diamond), Crimson and Warped Blocks, Basalt, Shroomlight, and Target (for archery practice).
- Includes items like Respawn Anchor (allows setting a respawn point in the Nether) and lodestone compass (to track specific points).
- New Mobs:
- Allows interaction with new mobs, such as Piglins (neutral but will attack if you don’t wear gold armor or open chests), Hoglins (aggressive creatures), Striders (mountable to cross lava), and Zoglins (zombie version of Hoglins).
- Includes the Brute Piglin, a stronger enemy found in Bastion Remnants.
- Nether Structures:
- Allows exploration of Bastion Remnants (structures generated in the Nether with treasures and Piglins) and Nether Ruins (ancient portals).
- Offers challenges and rewards, such as Netherite loot and rare items.
- Trading Mechanics:
- Allows trading with Piglins using gold ingots to obtain various items such as Ender Pearls, obsidian, and potions.
- Multiplayer and Cross-Platform:
- Allows playing with friends on different platforms (Android, iOS, PC, consoles) through the multiplayer mode.
- Supports servers, Realms, and local games via LAN.
Specific Changes in 1.16.40 (Hotfix):
The 1.16.40 version focuses on bug fixes and performance improvements, without adding significant new content. Based on the official patch notes, major changes include:
- Bug Fixes:
- Fixes crashes that occurred on Android devices during world loading or interacting with certain game elements.
- Resolves performance issues, such as FPS drops in Nether biomes, especially on devices with less powerful hardware.
- Corrects errors related to texture rendering on certain blocks, such as Netherite and Crimson/Warped blocks.
- Adjusts interactions with Piglins to avoid inconsistent behaviors during trades.
- Solves synchronization issues in multiplayer mode, ensuring greater stability on servers and Realms.
- Stability Improvements:
- Optimizes performance on mobile devices, reducing memory consumption and improving the experience on Android devices with the APK.
- Fixes compatibility issues with some versions of Android operating systems.
Additional Features in the Context of Bedrock Edition:
- Marketplace: Allows access to texture packs, skins, maps, and community-created worlds directly in the game.
- Realms: Supports paid private servers (Minecraft Realms) for up to 10 players.
- Customization: Allows applying resource and behavior packs to modify textures, sounds, and game mechanics.
- Optimized Mobile Controls: Touch interface optimized, with customization options for buttons and controls.
Limitations and Notes:
- As a hotfix, 1.16.40 does not introduce new features compared to 1.16.20/1.16.30, focusing only on stability and fixes.
- Some features, such as complex mods, are limited in the Bedrock Edition compared to the Java Edition.
- Specific performance issues may persist on older Android devices or with limited hardware.
How to Obtain Minecraft 1.16.40 (APK):
- Download: Download the APK by clicking the download button at the top of this page.
- Installation: After downloading, enable the “Unknown Sources” option in Android settings (if necessary) and install the APK.