The Minecraft Pocket Edition 0.8.0 update, released on December 12, 2013, introduced a host of new items and blocks, including minecarts, rails, and various wood types. With improved AI, increased view distance, and enhanced graphics, this major update significantly enriched the gameplay experience.
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 0.8.0 Update Overview
Update Name: 0.8.0 Update
Platform: Pocket Edition (PE)
Version Number: 0.8.0
Release Date: December 12, 2013
Revision Type: Major Release
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) version 0.8.0, released on December 12, 2013, was a major update that brought a variety of exciting new features and improvements to the game. This update added a wide range of items and blocks, enhanced the gameplay experience with improved graphics and AI, and fixed several bugs.
New Items and Blocks
- Transportation:
- Minecart
- Rails
- Powered Rails
- Wood Variants:
- Birch: Planks, Slabs, Stairs
- Spruce: Planks, Slabs, Stairs
- Decorative Blocks:
- Cobblestone Wall
- Block of Coal
- Hay Bales
- Iron Bars
- Carpets: Red Carpet available in Survival mode; all colors available in Creative mode
- Crops and Plants:
- Beetroot and Beetroot Seeds
- Carrot
- Potato
- Pumpkin
- Jack o’Lantern
- Utility Items:
- Clock
- Compass
Gameplay Changes
- Increased View Distance: Players can now see further into the game world, offering a more immersive experience. This can be adjusted in the options menu.
- Improved Textures and Colors: New textures and colors have been integrated from the PC/Mac versions, enhancing the visual quality of the game.
- Enhanced AI: Mobs are now more intelligent, and players can breed animals, adding depth to the gameplay.
- Creative Mode Inventory: The inventory in Creative Mode now features tabs, making it easier to navigate and find items.
- New Functionality: Existing blocks and items have received various tweaks to improve their usability.
- Bonemeal Usage: Players can use bonemeal to grow new plants and crops.
- Graphics Improvements: Lighting and fog effects have been improved for a more realistic and visually appealing experience.
Bug Fixes
- Various bugs have been fixed to improve game stability and performance.
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