Minecraft Pocket Edition 0.16.0

The Minecraft Pocket Edition 0.16.0 update, released on October 25, 2016, introduces game commands, new blocks and items like Beacons and Prismarine, and adds new mobs, including Guardians and the Wither. This update also features the first iteration of Add-Ons, allowing players to customize their game experience.

Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 0.16.0 Update Overview

Update Name: 0.16.0 Update
Platform: Pocket Edition (PE)
Version Number: 0.16.0
Release Date: October 25, 2016
Revision Type: Major Release

Released on October 25, 2016, the Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 0.16.0 update is a significant milestone for the game, introducing new game commands and a variety of new items and features that enhance gameplay and creativity.

New Features and Additions

• Blocks and Items:
  • Beacons: Now available, allowing players to create powerful status effects.
  • Nether Star: Used to craft beacons, adding a new layer of challenge.
  • Prismarine Blocks: Including Prismarine, Prismarine Bricks, and Dark Prismarine.
  • Prismarine Shard and Prismarine Crystals: New crafting materials.
  • Sea Lantern and Wet Sponge: Providing new lighting options and water absorption mechanics.
  • Monster Eggs: Introducing Stone, Cobblestone, Stone Brick, Mossy Stone Brick, Cracked Stone Brick, and Chiseled Stone Brick Monster Eggs.
  • Arrow of Decay: New arrow type that applies the Wither II effect for 5 seconds.
• Spawn Eggs:
  • Guardian Spawn Egg: Allows players to spawn Guardians.
  • Elder Guardian Spawn Egg: Allows players to spawn Elder Guardians.
• Mobs:
  • Guardian: Hostile underwater mobs that protect Ocean Monuments.
  • Elder Guardian: A stronger version of the Guardian with more powerful attacks.
  • Wither: A powerful boss mob that players can summon for challenging battles.
• Game Commands:
  • New commands introduced, allowing players to execute various actions through the chat window. Some key commands include:
    • /clone: Copies blocks from one region to another.
    • /fill: Fills an area with a specific block type.
    • /gamemode: Changes the game mode for players.
    • /give: Provides items to players.
    • /summon: Spawns entities at specified locations.
    • /teleport (or /tp): Teleports players to different locations.
    • /weather: Changes the weather conditions.
• Structures:
  • Ocean Monument: A new underwater structure that introduces challenging gameplay and valuable rewards.
• General Changes:
  • Add-Ons: The first iteration of Add-Ons is introduced, allowing players to customize and modify game behavior and appearance.
  • Creative Inventory Updates: Bricks and Nether Bricks are now available in the Creative Inventory.
  • Bug Fixes: Various issues have been addressed to improve stability and performance.

Explore the list of all Minecraft Pocket Edition versions and updates here.