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It has been well over a month since the release of the much-awaited Minecraft Caves & Cliffs update. Quite a few new blocks and items have made their way to the game through the update. Three new mobs have also been introduced: axolotls, goats, and glow squid.
The 1.17 version is the first part of the Caves & Cliffs update, and 1.18 will be the second part. While Mojang revealed no specific release date for 1.18, the developers clarified that it would be released in 2021. Below is a step-by-step guide on installing the Minecraft 1.17 update on supported devices.
How to update Minecraft to version 1.17 Caves & Cliffs update
Java Edition
Step 1: Open the official Minecraft launcher. It needs to be the latest version.
Step 2: Navigate to the "Installations" tab.
Step 3: Click on the new "New installation" button.
Step 4: Select version 1.17 and write a name for it.
Step 5: Go back to the "Play" tab and click on the green play button.
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Bedrock Edition
The Bedrock Edition of Minecraft is available on several devices. Below are the steps to update the game on each one of them.
Pocket Edition
Step 1: Launch the Play Store.
Step 2: Search for Minecraft.
Step 3: Locate the game and click on it.
Step 4: Click on the green update button. The update will start downloading shortly and will be installed on its own once downloaded.
Xbox
Step 1: Navigate to My Apps & Games.
Step 2: Search for Minecraft. Then select "More Options."
Step 3: Select "Manage Game & Add-ons."
Step 4: Go to "Updates" and update the game from there.
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Playstation
If the auto-update is enabled, the game will probably be updated. Otherwise, PlayStation users can:
Step 1: Search for the game and select "Options"
Step 2: Then, players need to select "Check for updates." The update will show up and will be installed on its own.
Windows 10
Step 1: Launch the Microsoft store.
Step 2: Click on the three dots in the top right corner. Then select "Downloads and updates."
Step 3: Click on the "All Owned" section and find Minecraft. Players can click on it and update from there.
Nintendo Switch
If the auto-update is disabled, Minecraft can be updated manually by following these steps:
Step 1: Select Minecraft and click on the "+" or the "-" button.
Step 2: Navigate to "Software Update."
Step 3: Players need to select "Via the Internet," and the update will be downloaded and installed.
Check out the full Minecraft Skindex here.
