‘Minecraft’ Update 1.12 News: Snapshot 17W06A Brings Colored Glazed Terracotta Blocks

An upcoming "Minecraft" update is set to introduce exciting changes to Mojang's popular sandbox game. However, for those who just can't wait to test out the new features, the developer has already rolled out the version 1.12's first beta, the Snapshot 17W06A.

When "Minecraft" 1.12 release date arrives, players can save toolbars when playing in the game's Creative Mode using Ctrl+Slotkey, according to the game's official website. Retrieving them will likewise be a breeze with the use of Shift+Slotkey. A total of nine toolbars may be saved in Creative Mode and the feature may be tested in Snapshot 17W06A.

"Minecraft" version 1.12 will likewise introduce new blocks to the game, which players may want to test out in the Snapshot 17W06A. The new version will bring Colored Concrete blocks, colored Powdered Concrete blocks and the all-new colored Glazed Terracotta blocks.

The Colored Concrete and Powdered Concrete blocks will definitely be ushering in a more colorful "Minecraft" world. These improved blocks come in all of the game's 16 colors.

But what players probably want to tryout the most are the Colored Glazed Terracotta blocks. A recently released photo reveals intricately designed patterns and shapes and are probably the most textured construction blocks to hit the "Minecraft" world, Eurogamer observed.

But before players jump into the "Minecraft" update 1.12 beta, it would be wise to backup their current worlds, or better yet, create an entirely new one for testing the Snapshot 17W06A. After doing so, they can create the new profile called snapshots making sure to tick the "enable experimental development snapshots" option before saving.

Going back to the regular game is easy be using the dropdown option located at the bottom left of the "Minecraft" launcher. Be sure to stay tuned to MStarsNews for the latest updates on Mojang's hit sandbox.