Minecraft Java is getting a new graphics API for its Vibrant Visuals update

Minecraft developer Mojang is switching the Java Edition's graphics API from OpenGL to Vulkan ahead of its Vibrant Visuals update.
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Minecraft Java is switching from OpenGL to Vulkan for the Vibrant Visuals update

Work continues for the Vibrant Visuals update to come to Minecraft Java, and as part of that they're switching the rendering from OpenGL to Vulkan.
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Minecraft reveals more content for its first game drop of 2026

Minecraft reveals some exciting new features on the way that players can test out now in Java Snapshot and soon in Bedrock Beta.

Minecraft 26.1 Snapshot 8 Introduces the Final Set of Baby Mobs

Check out all the latest features of the Minecraft 26.1 Snapshot 8, including the remodeling changes for zoglins, hoglins, ...
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Minecraft Reveals New Item and Baby Mobs for Next Game Drop

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