How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview

The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview were released on October 17, 2024. This experimental build or beta version brings many modifications to the upcoming Pale Garden's features, such as the size of the Pale Moss. The preview also implements changes affecting the behavior of certain blocks, gameplay, and the graphical interface.

As a reminder, the Minecraft Bedrock previews are accessible only to Xbox One and Series X|S consoles, PlayStation 4 and 5 consoles, Android/iOS devices, and Windows 10/11 PCs. The beta and preview will not run on trial editions of the game.

This guide explains how to download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview for various devices.

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How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview for all compatible platforms

Xbox One and Series X|S consoles

The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview introduces major changes to features of the Pale Garden (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview with a stable internet connection and an official copy of Minecraft. You can also download the preview and beta if you have an active Game Pass subscription. Here's how:

1. Launch the Xbox store or your Microsoft Game Pass Library.
2. Open up Search and enter "Minecraft Preview."
3. Once the specific store page is opened, select it and install the preview.
4. Make sure you have a stable internet connection while the preview is being installed and that your device is turned on.

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PlayStation 4 and 5

Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview adds major changes to flora and fauna in the Pale Garden (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview and experience the latest features of Pale Garden by following these steps:

1. Run Minecraft from the game library.
2. Head to the sidebar on your left and choose "Preview."
3. Select the "Get Playstation 4/5 Preview" (subject to your console edition).
4. Select "Download" and wait for it to install. Make sure your device is not turned off during installation.

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Android/iOS devices

The creaking and the Creaking Heart receive modifications as part of the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview (Image via Mojang Studios)

Minecraft has also pushed the update and previews to Pocket editions on Android and iOS devices. To experience the changes to the Pale Garden and the creaking in the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview update, follow these steps:

Android

1. On your Android device, open the Google Play Store.
2. Navigate to the Minecraft page or click the page link.
3. Scroll down to the bottom and select "Join the Beta."
4. This will replace your standard edition with the beta and preview.

iOS

1. Download the TestFlight app and head to the official page of the preview.
2. Sign up with your Apple account and you should receive an email with your registered ID.
3. Open the email, select "View in TestFlight," and accept it.
4. Select "Install" (for new users) or "Update" (existing beta users) to access the preview and beta.

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Windows 10/11 PCs

The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview can be downloaded from the Minecraft launcher on PC (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can easily download and run the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview if you have the Bedrock edition installed on your PC. If you don't have Bedrock, you can get it from the Minecraft Launcher or the Microsoft Store. Then, install and run the latest preview by following these steps:

1. If you already have a previous version, like the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 beta and preview installed, you will have to visit the Microsoft Store app and enter your library. Head to the Games tab and look for the Minecraft Preview listing. Select the "Update" button and wait for it to complete. If you don't get the update prompt, select the "Get Updates" button in the top right of the window to refresh the updates listing.
2. If you are downloading a beta and preview for the first time, head to your launcher and choose the Bedrock edition of the game. Select the button that says "Latest Release" and open the drop-down. Select "Latest Preview" (1.21.50.24) and hit the "Install" button to load the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.20 beta and preview. Wait for the installation to complete and you should be able to access the latest preview.

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That explains how to download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.24 beta and preview on your preferred device. Note that previews usually get updated automatically although you may have to update it manually to the latest version, especially if you already have a preview edition installed.

Download this beta and preview to experience a host of changes and take a stroll down the Pale Garden or hunt down the creaking mob.

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