Mojang Studios Announces Native Minecraft: Bedrock Edition for PS5
Mojang Studios has officially announced the upcoming release of a native version of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition for the PlayStation 5, set to launch on October 22, 2024. This development has been in the works for nearly a year, with community testers contributing to the process. While the excitement surrounding the announcement is palpable, the reality is that this update primarily focuses on enhancing performance and render distance rather than introducing groundbreaking features.
Better Performance for PS5 Players, and Little Else
The new version will not include enhanced features such as ray tracing; instead, it aims to optimize the game’s performance on the PS5, taking full advantage of the console's capabilities compared to the PS4's backward compatibility layer. Current PS4 owners can look forward to receiving this update at no additional cost, while PS5 beta testers will enjoy access to all cross-play features available in Minecraft.
Despite the lack of major enhancements, the improved performance is a welcome change for PS5 players. Mojang's commitment to refining the gaming experience aligns with their ongoing efforts to evolve Minecraft. Additionally, fans can anticipate more Minecraft-related announcements in the near future, including details from the upcoming Minecraft Live show and updates on the much-anticipated live-action Minecraft movie, which has recently teased its first trailer.
As the gaming community eagerly awaits the October release, it’s clear that Mojang is dedicated to maintaining Minecraft's relevance in an ever-evolving landscape, even if the latest update may not be as revolutionary as some had hoped.
