Minecraft Pocket Edition 0.12.1

Minecraft Pocket Edition 0.12.1

The Minecraft PE 0.12.1 update, released on September 8, 2015, introduced the Nether dimension and cross-platform play with Windows 10 Edition. This major update added new mobs, items, and features like brewing, enchanting, and improved controls, enhancing the gameplay experience.

Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 0.12.1 Update Overview

The Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 0.12.1 update, released on September 8, 2015, is a significant update that introduced the ability for Pocket Edition to engage in cross-platform play with Windows 10 Edition. This major release brought a new dimension called the Nether, along with a host of new mobs and items, significantly expanding the gameplay experience.

Update Name: 0.12.1 Update
Platform: Pocket Edition (PE)
Version Number: 0.12.1
Release Date: September 8, 2015
Revision Type: Major Release

Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now collectively referred to as Bedrock Edition. However, version histories are documented individually for clarity.

New Additions and Changes

Blocks and Items:

  • Enchanting Table and Brewing Stand: Added to enable enchanting and potion-making.
  • Anvils: Introduced with different damage states: Slightly Damaged Anvil and Very Damaged Anvil.
  • Flower Pot: New decorative item.
  • New Crafting Materials and Food Items:
    • Gold Nugget, Golden Carrot, Golden Apple, Enchanted Golden Apple
    • Slimeball, Spider Eye, Fermented Spider Eye, Rabbit’s Foot
    • Nether Brick Slab, Nether Brick Fence, Nether Quartz Ore
    • Glass Bottle, Water Bottle, Glistering Melon, Poisonous Potato
    • Soul Sand, Nether Wart, Ghast Tear, Blaze Rod, Blaze Powder, Magma Cream
    • Wither Skeleton Skull
  • Enchanted Book: Introduced to store enchantments.
  • Chain Armor: Added Chain Helmet, Chain Chestplate, Chain Leggings, and Chain Boots.

Spawn Eggs:

  • Added Ocelot, Ghast, Blaze, and Magma Cube Spawn Eggs for creative mode spawning.

Hostile Mobs:

  • Zombie Villager: Newly added variant of the zombie mob.
  • Ghast, Blaze, Magma Cube, Wither Skeleton: Introduced to populate the Nether and enhance gameplay.

Passive Mobs:

  • Ocelot: Can be tamed with fish.
  • Snow Golem: Added as a new passive mob.

Neutral Mobs:

  • Iron Golem: Added to protect villagers.

General Changes:

  • New Dimension – The Nether:
    • The Nether dimension was added, offering a new area to explore with unique mobs and resources.
    • The Nether Reactor Core was removed, and players can now build a Nether Portal to access the Nether.
  • Brewing and Enchantments:
    • Brewing stands and enchantments were introduced, allowing players to create potions and enchant items.
  • Cross-Platform Play:
    • Enabled cross-platform play for up to five players between Pocket Edition and Windows 10 Edition.
  • Improved Controls:
    • Revamped touch controls, added controller support, and included a controller mapping screen for better gameplay experience.
  • Enhanced Weather Effects:
    • Weather effects were enhanced, including accumulating snow and more realistic weather conditions.
  • Gameplay Enhancements:
    • Players can now tame an ocelot with fish, sneak, and sprint.
  • Bug Fixes:
    • Various bug fixes to improve game stability and performance.

Find detailed updates on each Minecraft Pocket Edition version here.

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