Minecraft: Java Edition has officially received a new update version 1.21.7 introducing exciting new items and essential bug fixes. This update adds a touch of art and music to the game along with several technical improvements.
What’s New in Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.7?
The latest version includes two new additions:
- Painting by Sarah Boeving – a beautiful artwork of a “good boy”
- Music disc “Lava Chicken” by Hyper Potions
These items expand the game’s creative and audio content. According to the official Minecraft release notes (June 25), the Lava Chicken disc can be obtained by killing a Baby Zombie riding a Chicken (also known as a Chicken Jockey).
Alongside these additions, the update comes with technical changes:
- Data Pack version updated to 81
- Resource Pack version updated to 64
Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.7: Full List of Bug Fixes
Here are the bugs fixed in the 1.21.7 update:
- MC-297748: Moon not rendering correctly on some Qualcomm graphics
- MC-298448: Filled maps not displayed properly on certain devices
- MC-298681: Text with “shadow” tag shows z-plane issues
- MC-298710: TTF glyphs render incorrectly over some elements
- MC-298832: Breaking particles of droppers and dispensers appear off when facing up/down
- MC-298856: Blindness and darkness effects no longer work underwater
- MC-298898: TextureAtlas leaks textures during resource reload
- MC-298919: Player occasionally walks through the happy ghast
- MC-299017: Glowing sign text not visible on specific graphics hardware
- MC-299071: ItemStackRenderState memory leak causes OutOfMemoryError
- MC-298879: Game crashes at launch on select AMD GPUs
- MC-299110: Force upgrading fails to update DataVersion correctly
- MC-299126: Server crash when certain mobs ride a turtle
- MC-299130: Pack formats not updated in 1.21.7 rc1 despite changes
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How to Install Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.7
To access Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.7, follow these steps:
- Open the Minecraft Launcher
- Go to the “Installations” tab
- Enable snapshots to download the latest update
Important Note: Snapshots are test versions and may corrupt your existing worlds. Always backup your saves or use a separate folder to avoid data loss.
What Is Minecraft?
Minecraft is a sandbox game that lets players explore, build, and survive in a procedurally generated world made entirely of blocks. Whether crafting basic tools, building detailed cities, or creating advanced redstone machines, the game empowers players with limitless creative freedom. Think of it as a virtual LEGO universe, one where your imagination is the only limit.