Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 1.16.40, released on September 4, 2020, is a minor update aimed at fixing performance issues and bugs. Key improvements include resolving account connection problems and fixing crashes on iOS devices.
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 1.16.40 Update Overview
Update Name: 1.16.40 Hotfix (Nether Update)
Platform: Pocket Edition (PE)
Version Number: 1.16.40
Release Date: September 4, 2020
Revision Type: Minor Release
Released on September 4, 2020, Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 1.16.40 is a minor update focused on improving performance and addressing several bugs. This hotfix aims to resolve issues and enhance gameplay stability.
Changes
- General Fixes:
- Resolved issue MCPE-95651: Microsoft account connection problems on Nintendo Switch, including the need for new remote sign-in each time the game is launched.
- Fixed MCPE-96184: Repetitive crashing issue on iOS devices running version 1.16.20.
- Addressed account linking problems occurring each time the game is opened after playing another game on PS4.
- Corrected an issue where the account sign-in button became unresponsive after exiting the sign-in prompt screen.
- Various other bug fixes to improve game performance and stability.
See the full history of Minecraft Pocket Edition versions.
