Minecraft Live 2025 has concluded, and Mojang has unveiled an exciting array of updates and new content for the iconic game. The first game drop of the year, dubbed "Spring to Life," is set to breathe new life into the Overworld. Scheduled for release on March 25, this update will enhance biomes to feel more immersive and alive. Players can look forward to new variants of cows, pigs, and chickens, as well as captivating ambient features and sounds like the glittering firefly bush, falling leaves, and the subtle whispers of sand.

The second game drop, though yet unnamed, promises to introduce innovative elements to the game. A new block, the Dried Ghast, can be rehydrated to create a Ghastling, a smaller, baby version of the ghast. This Ghastling can then evolve into the Happy Ghast, a new mob variant that can be harnessed to fly, accommodating up to four players at once.

Mojang also announced a significant visual enhancement for Minecraft titled 'Vibrant Visuals.' Described as the first step in a broader vision for a visual upgrade, this update aims to transform the visual experience of the game without altering its core gameplay. For more details on this upgrade, check out IGN's dedicated article and their visuals comparison video below.

In addition to game updates, Mojang shared a new clip for the upcoming "A Minecraft Movie" and announced a movie-themed in-game live event, set to commence on March 25. This event will take place in Midport Village, where players can join Steve and his movie companions in a dynamic multiplayer experience, defending the village from a piglin attack through three engaging mini-games. The event runs from March 25 to April 7, and participants who complete all challenges will earn the exclusive Yearn cape.

During our visit to Mojang's offices in Sweden, we learned more about the developer's stance on future developments. Mojang has confirmed they will not be creating a Minecraft 2, nor will they transition the game to a free-to-play model or use generative AI for game development.

Minecraft Live 2025 — Everything Announced:

• Mojang Studios announced the name, launch date, and features of the first game drop of the year, as well as upcoming features in the second game drop of the year.
• The first game drop of the year, "Spring to Life," introduces a variety of updates to the Overworld that will make biomes feel more immersive and alive.
• Spring to Life adds warm and cold variants of some of Minecraft's classic mobs, new ambient features like the glittering firefly bush, falling leaves, and whispers of sand, and more reasons to explore.
• The second game drop of the year includes the new Dried Ghast block, the new Ghastling and Happy Ghast mob variants, and the Ghast harness.
• The Dried Ghast is slightly smaller than a regular block and features cute little tentacles and a grumpy face.
• By placing the Dried Ghast in water, it transforms into a happier Ghastling, which floats around the Overworld like a balloon.
• Feeding the Ghastling snowballs will eventually cause it to grow into a Happy Ghast, which can be harnessed to fly with up to three other players.
• A new Locator Bar feature at the bottom of the screen helps players find their friends, especially useful when flying on a Happy Ghast.
• Mojang stated that the Happy Ghast will be beneficial for Survival Mode builders, offering a Creative Mode-like experience within Survival Mode.
• Mojang Studios announced a visual upgrade for Minecraft, titled Vibrant Visuals.
• Mojang revealed an exclusive clip for "A Minecraft Movie" and announced an in-game movie-themed live event.
• The live event, set in Midport Village, involves players joining Steve and his movie companions to defend the village from a piglin attack through three mini-games.
• The live event runs from March 25 to April 7, with participants earning the Yearn cape upon completing all challenges.