Minecraft 1.21.6: Chase the Skies Update is Live!
Explore the new Minecraft 1.21.6 Chase the Skies update! Tame flying Ghasts and play with friends. Get fast, reliable Minecraft hosting today.
Meet Your New Best Friend: The Happy Ghast
First up, and maybe the coolest thing ever? You can now tame and ride Ghasts. No, that’s not a typo. The new “Happy Ghast” is a tameable flying mount that lets you and up to three friends literally chase the skies.
Just imagine it: rolling up to your friend’s base on a giant, floaty ghost, or building a sky-high fortress with your whole crew on its back. Getting one involves finding a Dried Ghast in the Nether, rehydrating it, and raising your very own Ghastling. It’s a whole new pet-raising adventure with the ultimate reward: flight. Elytras are cool and all, but this is next level.
A Whole New Look with Vibrant Visuals
For our Bedrock Edition players, get ready for a serious glow-up. The Chase the Skies update includes ‘Vibrant Visuals,’ a massive official graphics overhaul. We’re talking dynamic lighting, realistic shadows, and stunning reflections that will make your world feel more alive than ever—no mods required! Java players, don’t worry, these visual upgrades are planned for a future release.
Long-Awaited Loot is Finally Craftable!
The grind is over! After years of raiding dungeons and temples, Minecraft 1.21.6 finally adds a crafting recipe for saddles. Yes, you read that right. You can now craft your own saddles, meaning you can gear up your new Happy Ghast and all the horses you can find without relying on sheer luck.
Never Lose Your Friends Again
Playing with friends is the core of Minecraft, but we’ve all had that moment of shouting “WHERE ARE YOU?!” into the Discord call. Well, the new Player Locator bar is here to save your search parties. This handy new HUD element shows you the direction of other players in your world, making group adventures smoother than ever.
Ready to Launch Your Sky-High Adventure?
A massive update like Chase the Skies is best experienced with friends. Exploring the new sky-bound world, taming your first Happy Ghast, and seeing the new visuals for the first time are moments you’ll want to share. But there’s nothing worse than lag and a choppy connection ruining the vibe.
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Dive Deeper & Get Prepared
Want to read the official notes or get ideas for your new sky-base? We've got you covered. Check out these useful resources to get fully prepared for your Chase the Skies adventure.
- Official Minecraft.net change-log: Read the official Minecraft change-log
- The Official Minecraft Wiki: For deep dives into crafting recipes and mob details.
- Join the PlanetNode Community on Discord: Share your adventures and get help from fellow players!