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Mojang Studios has announced The Sift, which marks the first new Minecraft dimension in more than 14 years. First revealed at Gamescom and detailed further during the Minecraft LIVE event, the dimension will initially be featured in Minecraft Dungeons II, launching on September 29. Mojang has also confirmed that The Sift will officially arrive in Minecraft in 2027.
In the early stages of Minecraft Dungeons II, players will encounter strange events that subvert the natural order of the Overworld, alongside new enemy types and floating souls. This new reality introduces a unique, colorful visual style, new blocks, challenging environments, and distinct allied and hostile mobs. Confirmed biomes within the dimension include Meadows and Carapace, while other areas are being kept secret.
Minecraft Dungeons II is set to release on September 29 for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC, with support for Xbox Play Anywhere at no additional cost. The title will also be included in Game Pass upon release, offering players an early look at the mobs, blocks, and biomas of The Sift.
