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Pre-releases are one of the final testing stages before Mojang pushes an update to the full game, which means the focus is no longer on new features. Instead, the goal is polishing the update with bug fixes, rendering improvements, and technical changes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1268\">For players this may seem like a smaller update, but for \u003Cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1210\">Minecraft server owners and content creators\u003C\u002Fstrong>, there are a few interesting changes worth knowing about.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1298\">Let’s break down what’s new.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch1 data-section-id=\"9pgvu0\" data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1346\">A New Model Type for End Portal Effects\u003C\u002Fh1>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1466\">One of the most interesting additions in this pre-release is a new special model type called \u003Cstrong data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1465\">\u003Ccode data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1463\">minecraft:end_cube\u003C\u002Fcode>\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1608\">This model type allows resource packs and custom content to render a cube with the same visual effects used by End Portals and End Gateways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1641\">It supports two portal effects:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1641\">portal\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1641\">gateway\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1833\">For map makers and server creators, this opens up new possibilities for custom builds, displays, and immersive environments without needing to place actual portal blocks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1873\">This feature is especially useful for:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1893\">Adventure maps\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1921\">Custom minigame servers\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1964\">Creative builds using display entities\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2078\">It gives creators more flexibility to produce unique visual effects while keeping builds clean and controllable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch1 data-section-id=\"1r5plfw\" data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2120\">End Portal Rendering Improvements\u003C\u002Fh1>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2202\">Another notable improvement focuses on \u003Cstrong data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2201\">End Portal and End Gateway rendering\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2358\">Previously, these blocks could appear incorrectly when used in \u003Cstrong data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2293\">Block Display entities\u003C\u002Fstrong>, which are commonly used in command-based builds or custom maps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2517\">In Minecraft 26.1 Pre-Release 1, these blocks now render correctly when used in display entities, matching how they appear when placed normally in the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2654\">This is a small change, but an important one for map creators and technical builders who rely heavily on commands and display entities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch1 data-section-id=\"17k4i7g\" data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2691\">Rendering and Shader Updates\u003C\u002Fh1>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2768\">Mojang also made some adjustments to Minecraft’s internal rendering system.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"2781\">The shader:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2783\" data-end=\"2825\">\u003Ccode data-start=\"2783\" data-end=\"2825\">core\u002Frendertype_translucent_moving_block\u003C\u002Fcode>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2862\">has been removed and replaced with:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2876\">\u003Ccode data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2876\">core\u002Fblock\u003C\u002Fcode>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2878\" data-end=\"2984\">This simplifies the rendering pipeline and helps improve graphical consistency across blocks and entities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"3132\">While most players will not notice this directly, it helps maintain performance and stability as Minecraft continues evolving its graphics system.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch1 data-section-id=\"plbmx9\" data-start=\"3139\" data-end=\"3179\">Bug Fixes Included in This Pre-Release\u003C\u002Fh1>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3181\" data-end=\"3262\">The majority of changes in this update focus on bug fixes and visual corrections.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3303\">Some of the more notable fixes include:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3330\">\u003Cstrong data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3330\">Mob and Texture Fixes\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3332\" data-end=\"3403\">Several visual bugs affecting baby mobs have been corrected, including:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli data-start=\"3407\" data-end=\"3441\">Incorrect wolf pup tail textures\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli data-start=\"3444\" data-end=\"3473\">Texture gaps on baby wolves\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli data-start=\"3476\" data-end=\"3524\">Snout texture issues on baby zombified piglins\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli data-start=\"3527\" data-end=\"3565\">Helmet alignment problems on baby mobs\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3631\">These fixes help ensure models render correctly during gameplay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3638\" data-end=\"3668\">\u003Cstrong data-start=\"3638\" data-end=\"3668\">Command and Gameplay Fixes\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3670\" data-end=\"3749\">The \u003Ccode data-start=\"3674\" data-end=\"3682\">\u002Fswing\u003C\u002Fcode> command now properly displays the correct arm animation when used.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3835\">There were also fixes for pointed dripstone growth behavior in certain water setups.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3842\" data-end=\"3872\">\u003Cstrong data-start=\"3842\" data-end=\"3872\">Combat and Animation Fixes\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp data-start=\"3874\" data-end=\"3981\">Zombies holding spears previously lost their unique attack animation. 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