Mojang announced on Tuesday (7) a new update for the test versions of Minecraft Bedrock and Java editions. The update introduces new decorative elements to the game, including unreleased structures, a new bed, and most notably, highly anticipated cushions, a feature heavily requested by the community.
After a 17-year wait, players will finally be able to sit in Minecraft using these new seats, which can be positioned on any flat surface. This eliminates the long-standing need to hold down the shift key to pretend a character is sitting on decorative chairs built by the community.
In addition to cushions, the update introduces straw beds to the game. These items come with distinct operational rules:
The update also expands world exploration by adding abandoned camps to the terrain generation.
The community’s reaction on the official announcement post has been highly positive. Numerous players are actively celebrating the addition of cushions and sharing images of their in-game sofas and chairs, which have now become truly functional. Over time, these features are expected to inspire increasingly incredible builds across the player base.
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