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Experimental Gameplay

The disclaimer that appears when toggling Experimental Gameplay in the world settings.

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Example of a world with the experimental tag on Bedrock Edition.

Experimental Gameplay (also known in-game as Experiments ) is a game option exclusive to Bedrock Edition . In Java Edition , experimental features are available behind separate data packs . When enabled, it allows players to test some unfinished or work-in-progress features that will eventually be released in future updates.

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Example of a world with the experimental tag on Java Edition .

  • 3.1 Additional content
  • 3.2 Gameplay
  • 3.3 Internal Testing (Developer Edition only)
  • 4 Features (Java Edition)
  • 6 References

Toggling [ ]

Experimental Gameplay is found in the world options when creating or editing a world. When turning the option on in an existing world, a copy of the world will be created automatically. Turning the option on disables achievements after the world is created. Once the experimental world is created, it cannot be turned off again. Worlds with the experimental on will have an "Experimental" tag right next to the game mode name in the world menu.

Warnings [ ]

Experimental Gameplay Load

The warning message when attempting to play on an experimental world.

The point of Experimental Gameplay is for the player to look at some not-quite-finished features, which could crash, break, or stop working at any point in future updates. When the player attempts to load the experimental world, it will show a warning message before loading it. Attempting to disable experimental gameplay toggle via external tools could also crash and break the world.

Experiments screen on Java Edition.

The experiment selection screen on Java Edition.

It is recommended to create back up copies of the world when playing on experimental, or not enabling experimental toggle on to avoid breaking the world and having issues in future updates.

Features (Bedrock Edition) [ ]

There are 8 different toggles of Experimental Gameplay on Bedrock Edition. [1] [2] These are:

Additional content [ ]

  • Enables add-ons features added on the holiday update and some further updates that include the creation of custom blocks and items, Molang enhancements and the run_command method. This toggle will soon be removed from Bedrock Edition entirely, thus breaking add-ons using these features, mostly block and item events.
  • Enables custom biomes by using add-ons.
  • Used for Volume Driven Fog and entity properties and permutations.
  • Enables the usage for "-beta" versions of API modules in add-on packs.
  • Enables experimental Molang features.
  • Enables the / camera command and its features.
  • Introducing new experimental cross-platform graphics features for creators

Gameplay [ ]

  • Overhauled trades for Villager and Wandering Trader
  • Internal (staff only) experimental features (NON_LOC)
  • Enables the experimental bundle item.

Internal Testing ( Developer Edition only) [ ]

  • loc_description MISSING FROM EXPERIMENTS JSON!
  • the next big update
  • just a test for whether text is working
  • Allow changing seed
  • Load Blocks generated by the Minecraft Explorer (NON_LOC)

Features (Java Edition) [ ]

There are two data packs of experimental features on Java Edition:

  • While this data pack is selectable during world creation, it will not be found within the datapacks folder of the save.

History [ ]

22w42aAdded the "Update 1.20" and "Bundle" experimental datapacks.
Added bamboo mosaic, bamboo planks, chiseled bookshelves, hanging signs, camels, bamboo rafts, and bamboo rafts with chests behind the "Update 1.20" experimental datapack.
Moved bundles behind their own experimental datapack.
22w45aAdded blocks of bamboo and stripped blocks of bamboo behind the "Update 1.20" experimental datapack.
22w46aAdded piglin heads behind the "Update 1.20" experimental datapack.
23w04aAdded smithing templates behind the "Update 1.20" experimental datapack.
23w07aAdded cherry wood, planks, logs, leaves, and saplings, as well as decorated pots, pink petals, suspicious sand, torchflowers, brushes, pottery shards, torchflower seeds, sniffers, cherry boats, cherry boats with chests, cherry blossom trees, and cherry groves behind the "Update 1.20" experimental datapack.
23w12aAll features behind the "Update 1.20" experimental datapack have now been fully implemented.
Removed the "Update 1.20" experimental datapack.
23w31aAdded the "Villager Trade Rebalance" experimental datapack.
?Added a data pack for .
beta 1.2.13.8Added the experimental gameplay option.
Turning on the experimental gameplay option gives the access to the following features: stripped , and , , and new animations.
beta 1.2.20.1Added , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
releaseAll above features, except for drowned and nautilus shells, are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.5.0.0 and are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.7.0.2Added the and basic scoreboards, which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.7.0.7Scoreboards are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.8.0.10Added and their , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.9.0.0Added and , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.9.0.2Added and many new , which are available only through experimental gameplay.
beta 1.9.0.3Added Minecraft script engine, available only through experimental gameplay.
beta 1.10.0.3Added , , a new block, , , , , new structures, , and , which are available only through experimental gameplay.
, , , and scripting function are no longer only available behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.11.0.1Added , , the status effect and the status effect, which are available only through experimental gameplay.
Bamboo jungles are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.11.0.3 , , , , the new , , new and the new are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.11.0.4 are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
release , , the status effect and the status effect are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.13.0.1Added , save and load mode for , which are available only through experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.0.51Added , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.0.57 , and functionality are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
Added , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.0.63 functionality are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.100.55Experimental Gameplay toggle has been revamped and expanded.
Added "Custom Biome Add-Ons", "Experimental Scripting Add-Ons", "Experimental Molang Features", and "Next Gameplay Update" toggle.
beta 1.16.100.56Added "Experimental Add-On Features" toggle.
beta 1.16.100.57Added "Holiday Creator Features" toggle.
"Experimental Scripting Add-Ons", "Experimental Molang Features", and "Experimental Add-On Features" toggle are merged into "Additional Modding Capabilities" toggle.
Changed "Custom Biome Add-Ons" toggle name to "Creation of Custom Biomes".
Removed "Next Gameplay Update" toggle in preparation for "Caves and Cliffs" toggle.
beta 1.16.200.52Added "Caves and Cliffs" toggle.
Added , and , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
releaseRemoved "Caves and Cliffs" toggle in the full release.
, and have been made inaccessible in the full release.
beta 1.16.210.53Added , which are only available behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.210.56Added and , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.210.57Added all variants, , , and , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.210.59Added , and , which are only available behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.210.60Removed , and temporarily.
Added GameTest framework to the experimental gameplay, by enabling "Enable GameTest Framework” toggle to test the new GameTest automation tool.
releaseRemoved "Caves and Cliffs" toggle in the full release.
All content was removed in the full release.
beta 1.16.220.50Added the new mountain biomes: Lofty Peaks, Snow Capped Peaks, Snowy Slopes, Mountain Grove, and Mountain Meadow behind experimental gameplay.
Increased height limits to 320 blocks behind experimental gameplay.
Re-added , and .
Added , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
Changed and updated the textures of the ores behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.220.52Added , , , , , , , , and , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
Added , which are only available behind experimental gameplay.
Extended the build limit to 64 blocks down, to a total range of 384 blocks behind experimental gameplay.
releaseRemoved "Caves and Cliffs" toggle in the full release.
All content was removed in the full release.
beta 1.16.230.50Added , which is available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.16.230.52Added and and its variants, which are only available behind experimental gameplay.
Added "Upcoming Creator Features" toggle.
beta 1.16.230.56Revamped cave generation by adding cheese caves, spaghetti caves, and flooded aquifer caves behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.17.0.50Added , , , , , , , , , , , biomes and , which are only available behind experimental gameplay.
Glow Lichen, Powder Snow and Powder Snow Buckets are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.17.0.52All above features and changes, except for the revamped cave generation, new mountain biomes, sculk sensor, and goat horns, are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.17.0.56Added lava aquifers, which are only available behind experimental gameplay.
Added description for Experimental features in the world creation screen.
Added a warning message when attempting to load an experimental world.
Added "Experimental" label to indicate the world is experimental in the world menu.
beta 1.17.0.58Description changes in the previous beta were removed.
releaseRemoved "Caves and Cliffs" toggle in the full release.
All : Part II content were removed in the full release.
beta 1.17.10.20Description changes in beta 1.17.0.56 was re-added.
releaseAdded "Caves and Cliffs" toggle in the full release for all platforms.
beta 1.17.20.22Hostile mob spawning has been changed to only spawn at light level 0 behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.17.30.21Re-added "Experimental Molang Features" toggle.
beta 1.17.30.23Terrain now generates using the multi-noise biome source type behind experimental gameplay.
Added noodle caves behind experimental gameplay.
Added behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.17.40.20Deepslate now generates below Y=0, gradually replacing stone and then fully replaces it at Y=-8 behind experimental gameplay.
Added the stony peaks biome behind experimental gameplay.
Clouds now float between layers 192 and 196 behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.18.0.20All above features and changes related to new world generation, new mountain biomes, revamped cave generation, sculk sensors, and goat horns are no longer available only behind experimental gameplay.
Removed the "Caves & Cliffs" toggle as the result.
beta 1.18.0.22Added "Vanilla Experiments" toggle.
and have been moved behind the new experimental gameplay toggle.
Added , , , and , which are only available behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.18.10.21Added "Wild Update" toggle.
, , , , and have been moved behind the new Wild Update experimental toggle.
beta 1.18.10.24Added , , , and , which are only available behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.18.10.26Added blocks, which are only available behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.18.20.21Removed the "Additional Modding Capabilities" toggle.
beta 1.18.30.22Added behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.18.30.26Added behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.18.30.28Added and the behind the "Wild Update" toggle.
beta 1.18.30.32Added the , , and behind experimental gameplay.
Added "Spectator Mode" toggle and moved mode behind it.
beta 1.19.0.20All above features with the exception of goat horns, copper horns, and spectator mode are no longer behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.19.0.24Copper horns have been removed.
beta 1.19.0.28Goat horns are no longer behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.19.10.20Updated the syntax to closer resemble that of , which are available only behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.19.10.24Removed the "Wild Update" and "Vanilla Experiments" toggles.
beta 1.19.40.22Renamed the "GameTest Framework" experimental toggle to "Beta APIs".
beta 1.19.50.20Spectator mode is no longer behind experimental gameplay.
Removed the "Spectator Mode" experimental toggle.
beta 1.19.50.21Added the "Next Major Update" experimental toggle.
Added , , , , , and behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.19.50.23The updated syntax, more similar to , is no longer behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.19.60.20Added , , and the behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.19.70.23Added the "Sniffer" experimental toggle.
Added the , , , and behind experimental gameplay.
Added the , , , and behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.19.80.20Added the behind experimental gameplay.
Added the "Short Sneaking" experimental toggle.
beta 1.19.80.21Added and behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.19.80.22Added and behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.20.0.22Added the "Experimental Cameras" experimental toggle.
All 1.20 Blocks are no longer behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.20.10.20Added behind experimental gameplay.
Renamed the "Short Sneaking" experimental toggle to "Short Sneaking and Crawling".
beta 1.20.10.21Added the "Recipe Unlocking" experimental toggle.
Added the new unlocking system and behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.20.10.23Renamed the "Short Sneaking and Crawling" experimental toggle to "Crawling".
Removed the "Short Sneaking" experimental toggle.
under 1.5 block gaps is no longer behind experimental gameplay.
beta 1.20.20.21Removed the "Recipe Unlocking" toggle.
beta 1.20.20.22Crawling is no longer behind experimental gameplay.
Removed the "Crawling" toggle.

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  • ↑ "Experimental Features Toggle in Minecraft Bedrock Edition" – feedback.minecraft.net.
  • ↑ "Experimental Features in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition" – docs.microsoft.com.
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Experimental Features in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition

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With each retail version of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, there are a few features that are currently in an experimental state. Experimental Features can be toggled on for creators who are interested in testing the latest features offered in the preview, and retail versions of Minecraft.

The Experiments toggle list is subject to frequent changes and could have entirely different options from the ones in your own version of Minecraft. Also, the screen shots shown here might look different.

Experimental Features available in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition

There are two sets of experimental features available, depending on whether you are using a retail version of Minecraft or the latest version of Minecraft Preview.

These are the currently available Experimental toggles in the 1.21.0 retail build at the time of this writing.

GAMEPLAY - Change the way your world works

Experimental Toggle Description
Villager Trade Rebalancing Contains updated trades for villages for the purpose of rebalancing

ADD-ON CREATORS - For creators of game packs and other add-ons

Experimental Toggle Description
Holiday Creator Features Add data-driven block and item technology to customize block shape, rotation, damage and more
Custom Biomes Create custom biomes and change world generation
Upcoming Creator Features Includes adjustable fog parameters
Beta APIs Use "-beta" versions of API modules in add-on packs
Experimental Cameras Contains example camera presets (the camera command is no longer experimental)

These are the currently available Experimental toggles in the 1.21.20.23 preview build at the time of this writing.

Experimental Toggle Features
Custom Biomes Create custom biomes and change world generation
Upcoming Creator Features Includes adjustable fog parameters
Beta APIs Use "-beta" versions of API modules in add-on packs
Creator Cameras: New Third Person Presets Contains new third person over the shoulder follow_orbit camera preset
Creator Cameras: Focus Target Camera Enables behavior for the existing free camera to target an entity
Render Dragon Features for Creators Enable the deferred rendering pipeline. Requires a PBR-enables resource pack and compatible hardware.

How do I activate an Experimental Features toggle for my world?

You can activate an experimental toggle for any of your new or existing worlds.

Activating experimental features that are still under development means that your world might crash, break, or not work with future updates.

If you're planning to build content that you want to share with the community, it would be best to do it in a non-experimental world.

Toggle Experimental Features in a New World

If you are building a new world from scratch to test experimental features, you can toggle which features you want enabled in the Game Settings.

Under Game settings, navigate down to Experiments and select a toggle to enable the feature.

Image showcasing 4 toggles for experimental features available in Minecraft

When you get the popup asking if you're sure, select Turn on Experiments anyway .

image showing a pop up to confirm if you want ot activate experimental features in Minecraft.

Toggle Experimental Features in an Existing World

If you want to add experimental features to an existing world, open that world's game settings and activate the toggles just like you would for a new world.

A copy of your world will be generated automatically after you activate an experimental feature toggle. You can also manually create copies of your world as an extra precaution, in case something goes wrong.

After you select Activate Experiments , a copy of your existing world will be created. The copy will have the same name as the original world with "Copy of..." added in front of it.

image showing a duplicated world

Verify that the World has Experimental Features Enabled

After you've created a world that has an experimental feature toggle enabled, your world will get a tag next to the game mode in your Worlds list that says Experimental .

image showcasing a survival world that has the Experimental tag applied

Another way to identify if your world is using experimental toggles is to visit the settings for your world. In the Game world settings, scroll down to the Experiments section to see which experiments are enabled.

Worlds that use experimental features cannot be restored to a non-experimental state.

What's Next?

If you like experimenting and testing things in Minecraft, you could learn more about the GameTest Framework.

Introduction to the GameTest Framework

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Experimental features toggle in minecraft bedrock edition.

The Experimental Features toggle is available in beta and retail versions of Minecraft Bedrock Edition.

  • What is an Experimental Features Toggle?

How do I activate an Experimental Features toggle for my world?

  • How do I know if my world has experimental features enabled? 

Will it be possible to make an experimental world non-experimental later? 

  • Which experimental features are available in Minecraft Bedrock Edition?

What is an Experimental Features toggle?

These can be found and activated in the "create new world" settings and "edit world" settings. The toggles allow players to try out features that are still in development.

You can activate an experimental toggle for any new world you create and for existing worlds.

Important : Activating experimental features that are still under development means that your world might crash, break, or not work with future updates.

So, if you're planning to build an amazing castle that you want to impress your friends with, it's probably best to do it in a non-experimental world. 

When creating a new world:

  • Under “Game” settings, scroll down to "Experiments" and choose your toggle.

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2. When you get the popup asking "Activate Experimental Gameplay?", click "Activate Experiments".

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When using an existing world: Note: While a copy of your world is generated automatically when activating an experimental feature toggle, in the event of something going wrong, you're also able to create copies of your world manually as an extra precaution.

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How do I know if my world has experimental features enabled?

Once you’ve created a world that has an experimental feature toggle enabled, your world will get a "tag" next to the game mode in your Worlds list that says "Experimental".

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Another way to identify if your world is using experimental toggles is to visit the settings for your world. On the "Game" world settings, scroll down to the "Experiments" section to see which experiments are enabled. 

No, worlds that use the experimental features toggle cannot be restored to a non-experimental state.

Which experimental feature toggles are available in Minecraft Bedrock Edition? 

 The Wild Update Features that are under development and intended to release in The Wild Update.
 Spectator Mode Enables a very early and in progress version of Spectator Mode.
 Vanilla Experiments  Contains experimental game features that are still under development for future Minecraft updates.
 Holiday Creator Features  Data-driven block and item features. We are receiving feedback on these features from Marketplace creators and map-makers. 
 Custom Biomes Exposing parameters for biome generation to creators, enabling them to create their own unique biome configurations. 
 Upcoming Creator Features Experimental features including actor properties and fog volumes. We are receiving feedback on these features from Marketplace creators and map-makers.
 GameTest Framework  Provides capabilities for creators to validate their worlds and add-ons in Minecraft through a series of contained tests. 
 Molang Features New container for Molang experimental queries and language features that aren't tied to other experimental toggles.
 The Wild Update Features that are under development and intended to release in The Wild Update.
 Spectator Mode Enables a very early and in progress version of Spectator Mode.
 Vanilla Experiments  Contains experimental game features that are still under development for future Minecraft updates.
 Holiday Creator Features  Data-driven block and item features. We are receiving feedback on these features from Marketplace creators and map-makers. 
 Creation of Custom Biomes Exposing parameters for biome generation to creators, enabling them to create their own unique biome configurations. 
 Upcoming Creator Features Experimental features including actor properties and fog volumes. We are receiving feedback on these features from Marketplace creators and map-makers.
 Enable GameTest Framework  Provides capabilities for creators to validate their worlds and add-ons in Minecraft through a series of contained tests.
 Experimental Molang Features New container for Molang experimental queries and language features that aren't tied to other experimental toggles.

Note: The Caves & Cliffs Experimental Features toggle has now been removed from Beta. Upcoming Caves & Cliffs Part II features will now be accessible in Bedrock Edition Beta builds by default. 

And there you have it, you're all set to start trying out exciting features coming to Minecraft Bedrock Edition in the future. Happy experimenting!

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Enabling experimental gameplay (Minecraft: Bedrock Edition)

In Minecraft Bedrock Edition, experimental gameplay allows using new features that are not available in the regular game yet. For example, you can enable the new Crafter as part of the "Update 1.21" experiment.

Recommended way: Uploading a world

The best option to use experimental gameplay is to generate a world with experiments enabled in single-player-mode and upload it to your server .

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Alternative option: Editing your level.dat file

If you want to use experiments in an existing world rather than generating a new one, you can enable them in your world's level.dat file , which you can access by clicking the Options button on the Worlds page .

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How to Turn On Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft PE / Bedrock

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This YourGlobalGamer guide contains information on how to turn on experimental gameplay in Minecraft PE and Bedrock.

Experimental gameplay is a feature that is exclusive to Bedrock Edition. However, in Minecraft Java Edition, experimental gameplay is available with separate data packs.

When the feature is enabled, it allows players to test features that are unfinished or are a work in progress that will eventually release to the public in the near future.

Additionally, experimental gameplay is often enabled when players create a new world, but it can also be enabled on pre-existing worlds in the game. 

  • How to Enable Experimental Gameplay on a New World 

How to Enable Experimental Gameplay in an Existing World

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How to Enable Experimental Gameplay on a New World

The first step is to open Minecraft Bedrock Edition and click on Create New World. Then head to the game settings and scroll down until you see the Experiments tab. Then click on Activate Experiments on the prompt. 

Also, ensure that you give the world an exciting and memorable name, making it easier to identify later. Go ahead and stop your server.

Despite its possibility, enabling the experimental feature on an existing world can result in the save file becoming extremely corrupted. 

The first step is to stop the server and create a backup server. After this, relaunch the game and tap the Edit icon in the relevant world. Go ahead and enable experiments in your world. Doing this will make you create a copy with the experiments being enabled. 

Edit icon

Tap on the Edit on the generated copy of the world which has been generated. 

After doing this, enable any different experiments you wish to have on your world and click Play. When the world has fully loaded, click on Save and then Quit. Then proceed to upload the world into your server and then restart it.

Copy of a world

The server will now be running smoothly with the experiments you have selected. 

Android platforms have a beta feature, which players can join anytime. It is also important to note that once players join the beta program, their standard version of the game will be replaced by the beta version. 

For players to join the beta version, head to the official Minecraft app in the Google Play Store. Scroll down until you see the Join the Beta option at the bottom (or click this link) . Select the option and tap on Join. Wait for some minutes and then go ahead and launch your Minecraft application. The beta version will appear after a while, and the standard version will now be replaced with the beta one.

Minecraft Beta Version Tester

Additionally, if you wish to leave the beta version after a while, you can head to the Google Play Store and move down to the You’re a Beta Tester option. There, tap on Leave. By doing this, your application will switch back to the standard version. 

Players may also be required to activate additional experimental features in the game to test the latest features. 

Head to the Create New World or Edit World option to do this. For players who are creating a new world, go to the Game setting and scroll down to the Experiments option, where you will see a toggle for activation.

Activate Experimental Gameplay? Pop-Up

A pop-up will appear that will ask you whether you would like to activate experimental gameplay. Tap on the Activate Experiments option. For players using an existing world, it will create another copy of the world which will have the same name as the original world. 

The first step is to head to the Create New World or Edit World setting. When players create a new world, go to the Game setting and move down to Experiments. Click on Activate, and the experimental feature will be activated. If you are using an existing world, activating experimental features will create another copy of the existing world, which will be similar to the original world. 

The first step is downloading the Testflight app and installing it on your device. Follow the instructions when the slots are available. When the slots become available, ensure you install the Testflight app and be ready on your device. Go ahead and open the app to see a menu for the game’s preview. Tap on the Accept icon and then choose Install. 

After it has finished installing, click Open and then sign in to the game using your Microsoft Account. When you are done, click on Play Preview and then go ahead and activate the experimental features, which is the same procedure similar to Android devices.

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How to enable 1.20 Experimental Features in Minecraft Java Edition

This Minecraft tutorial explains how to enable Minecraft 1.20 Experimental Features in Java Edition with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.

Let's explore how to turn on the new 1.20 Features in Java Edition, so that you can try them early.

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Steps to turn on the Java 1.20 Experimental Features

How do you turn on the Minecraft 1.20 experimental features in Java Edition?

Starting in 22w42a snapshot, you can access the new 1.20 Experimental Features ( such as camels, bamboo wood set, chiseled bookshelf, and hanging signs ). However, these new features do not install automatically. They are included in a data pack that you can access through the game.

1. Open the Game

First, you need to launch Minecraft Java Edition so that you can create a new world. In this tutorial, we have chosen Java Edition 1.19.3 from the Launcher which was released after snapshot 22w42a ( you can launch any version since snapshot 22w42a ).

Next, choose the Data Packs option in the Create New World menu.

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2. Select the Data Pack

Next, select the Data Pack called "update_1_20" which should be found under the Available data packs section.

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Once you have selected this data pack, it should appear under Selected ( on the right hand side ). Click on the Done option in the menu.

3. Create the World

Now, you can finish creating your world, just like normal. And once your Minecraft world loads, you will be able to use the new 1.20 Experimental Features ( including camels and hanging signs ).

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Be sure to find a Desert Village and check out the new camels. Two players can ride on the same camel at the same time!

Congratulations, you just learned how to turn on the new 1.20 Experimental Features in Java Edition!

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Experimental Gameplay is a game option in Minecraft Bedrock Edition that allows the testing of new, unfinished, or work-in-progress features that could later end up being part of the core Minecraft experience. 

Experimental Gameplay is usually enabled upon world creation, but it can also be enabled on pre-existing worlds.

Enabling Experimental Gameplay on a New World

  • Open Minecraft Bedrock Edition and click Create New World .

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  • Make sure to name the world something memorable, as it will help you identify it later.
  • Stop your server and follow our guide on uploading your world .
  • Once fully uploaded, Restart your server.

Enabling Experimental Gameplay on an Existing World

  • Stop your server and create a server backup .
  • Follow our guide on  downloading and installing your world .

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  • Enable any additional experiments you would like, then click  Play .
  • Once the world is loaded, simply Save and Quit .
  • Upload the world to your server .
  • Restart your server.

Your server will now be up and running with your chosen Experiments. With that done, you can check out our guide on Enabling Cheats to better play around with these new features.

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Minecraft Now Lets Players Turn on Experimental Gameplay

Friday, March 16, 2018

The latest update to hit Minecraft on Xbox One and PC adds a whole host of new features including the ability for players to try out future updates in beta testing.

With the latest update, players can now switch on the option to try out experimental features which includes things such as the upcoming Aquatic Update. Players will be able to try out the new trident weapon among many other things while it's still in the beta testing phase. All you have to do is simply head into the game's menu and switch on the "experimental gameplay" option, and Bob's your uncle, you're good to go,

Now despite being given this option, Microsoft has also warned that these features are still in the early stages, so it could either work out perfectly fine or unleash all hell upon one's world. Best way to avoid anything too dire is to just make a backup save of your world before you turn on this option. Better to be safe than sorry, right?

This new feature is now available in Minecraft on Xbox One, PC and smartphones. You can read more about the Aquatic Update and experimental gameplay option here .

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How to enable experimental features (Minecraft: Java Edition)

In newer snapshot versions and some releases of Minecraft Java Edition, experimental features must now be manually activated via datapacks. For example, the new Crafter can be enabled as part of the "Update 1.21" datapack. At exaroton, we offer you an easy way to activate them.

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After you have installed the snapshot on your server, you need to generate a world that has the respective datapacks selected. To do this, go to the Worlds page and click "Generate". Now you can select the preferred datapacks and activate the new features.

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How to Turn on EXPerimental Gameplay on Minecraft Windows 10

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Minecraft, the popular sandbox video game, has captured the imagination of players worldwide since its release in 2009. With its endless possibilities and creativity, it allows players to build and explore their own virtual worlds. One of the exciting features of Minecraft is the ability to experiment with new gameplay features through the " Experimental Gameplay " option.

In this blog post, we will delve into the topic of how to turn on Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10 edition. We will explore the reasons why you might want to enable this feature, what you need to do so, and guide you through several options to achieve this. Furthermore, we will discuss some alternative solutions if you encounter any issues and provide implications and recommendations for utilizing this feature effectively.

What’s Needed

Before we dive into the process of turning on Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10 edition, let’s go over what you need to get started:

  • Minecraft Windows 10 edition installed on your computer or device
  • An active Minecraft account
  • A stable internet connection

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What requires your focus.

To successfully enable Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10 edition, you need to pay attention to the following aspects:

  • Understanding the purpose of Experimental Gameplay and its potential implications
  • Following the steps carefully to avoid any errors or complications
  • Being prepared for possible compatibility issues and alternative solutions

Option 1. How to Turn on Experimental Gameplay via Settings

Turning on Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10 edition can be done through the game’s settings. Here are the step-by-step instructions:

Step 1: Launch Minecraft Windows 10 edition and sign in to your Minecraft account.

Step 2: Once in the main menu, click on " Settings " at the bottom left corner of the screen.

Step 3: In the settings menu, select " Game " from the options on the left.

Step 4: Scroll down until you find the " Experimental Gameplay " option. It should be located towards the bottom of the list.

Step 5: Toggle the switch next to " Experimental Gameplay " to the " On " position.

Step 6: Exit the settings menu and start or create a new world to experience the experimental features.

  • Enables access to new gameplay features and mechanics
  • Allows you to test and experience content before official release
  • Potential instability and compatibility issues
  • Some experimental features may be incomplete or unpolished

Option 2. How to Turn on Experimental Gameplay via Command Prompt

Another way to enable Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10 edition is by using the command prompt feature. Here’s how you can do it:

Step 2: Press the " Windows " key on your keyboard, type " Run, " and open the Run dialog box.

Step 3: Type " %appdata% " (without quotes) in the Run dialog box and press Enter. This will open the Roaming folder.

Step 4: Navigate to the " .minecraft " folder and open it.

Step 5: Look for a file named " options.txt " and open it with a text editor such as Notepad.

Step 6: Find the line that says " experimentalgameplay:false " and change " false " to " true ".

Step 7: Save the changes and exit the text editor.

Step 8: Launch Minecraft and start or create a new world to experience the experimental features.

  • Gives you more control over the enabling of Experimental Gameplay
  • Allows customization of other Minecraft settings via the options.txt file
  • Requires manual editing of game files, which can be daunting for some users
  • Potential risk of corrupting game files if not done correctly

Option 3. How to Turn on Experimental Gameplay via Add-ons

If you prefer a more user-friendly approach, you can enable Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10 edition through add-ons. Here’s how you can do it:

Step 2: From the main menu, select " Marketplace. "

Step 3: In the marketplace, search for " Experimental Gameplay " or specific add-ons that include experimental features.

Step 4: Choose an add-on that suits your preferences and download it.

Step 5: Once the add-on is downloaded, go back to the main menu and select " Settings. "

Step 6: In the settings menu, select " Global Resources. "

Step 7: Enable the Experimental Gameplay add-on by toggling the switch next to it.

Step 8: Exit the settings menu and start or create a new world to experience the experimental features.

  • Easy installation and activation of Experimental Gameplay features
  • Access to additional content and features provided by add-ons
  • Limited to the availability and quality of add-ons
  • Configuration and compatibility issues may arise with certain add-ons

Option 4. How to Turn on Experimental Gameplay via Beta Testing

Minecraft occasionally releases beta versions that include experimental features for testing. If you are interested in early access to the latest experimental gameplay features, you can join the beta testing program. Here’s how:

Step 1: Ensure that you have an active Xbox Live account.

Step 2: Open the Xbox Insider Hub app on your Windows 10 device.

Step 3: Click on the " Insider Content " tab in the sidebar.

Step 4: Search for the Minecraft beta program and click " Join " to enroll.

Step 5: Once enrolled, you will receive updates to the beta version of Minecraft with experimental features enabled.

Step 6: Launch Minecraft and start or create a new world to experience the experimental features.

  • Access to the latest experimental features before they are officially released
  • The opportunity to provide feedback and influence the development of Minecraft
  • Potential instability and game crashes due to the beta version
  • Limited availability and potential compatibility issues

Why Can’t I Turn on Experimental Gameplay?

If you are unable to turn on Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10 edition or encounter any issues, here are three alternative solutions you can try:

1. Check for Updates: Ensure that you have the latest version of Minecraft installed on your device. Updates often address bugs and improve stability.

2. Reinstall Minecraft: If the issue persists, try uninstalling and reinstalling Minecraft. This can resolve any corrupted files or installation errors.

3. Contact Support: If none of the above solutions work, reach out to Minecraft support for further assistance. They can provide specific troubleshooting steps or instructions tailored to your situation.

Implications and Recommendations

Enabling Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10 edition opens up a world of possibilities and new experiences. Here are three implications and recommendations for utilizing this feature:

1. Creativity and Exploration: Use Experimental Gameplay to push the boundaries of your creativity and explore new gameplay mechanics. Experiment with different combinations of features and discover unique ways to build and interact with your Minecraft world.

2. Community Interaction: Join Minecraft forums, communities, or social media groups to share your experiences and learn from others. Engaging with fellow players can provide inspiration, insights, and helpful tips on utilizing Experimental Gameplay effectively.

3. Awareness of Updates: Keep an eye on Minecraft’s official website, social media channels, or in-game notifications for announcements and updates on Experimental Gameplay. Stay informed about new features, bug fixes, and changes that may affect your gameplay experience.

The Bottom Line

Enabling Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10 edition offers an exciting opportunity to explore new features and mechanics. Whether you choose to enable it through the settings, command prompt, add-ons, or beta testing, remember to be mindful of the potential implications and follow the recommended best practices. Embrace experimentation, embrace creativity, and let your imagination soar in the world of Minecraft!

5 FAQs about Turning on Experimental Gameplay in Minecraft Windows 10

Q1: can i turn off experimental gameplay after enabling it.

A: Yes, you can turn off Experimental Gameplay by following the same steps used to enable it. Simply toggle the switch to the " Off " position in the game’s settings.

Q2: Will Experimental Gameplay affect my existing worlds?

A: Enabling Experimental Gameplay should not affect your existing worlds. However, some experimental features may not be compatible with older versions or created worlds.

Q3: Are there any risks in using Experimental Gameplay?

A: While Experimental Gameplay can enhance your Minecraft experience, it may introduce instability and compatibility issues. It is recommended to back up important worlds and proceed with caution when using experimental features.

Q4: Can I enable Experimental Gameplay on other platforms?

A: The availability of Experimental Gameplay may vary depending on the platform. Currently, enabling Experimental Gameplay is supported in Minecraft Windows 10 edition only.

Q5: Can I use Experimental Gameplay in multiplayer sessions?

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