How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview

The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview were released on October 30, 2024. This experimental build or beta version brings many modifications to the upcoming Pale Garden's features such as changes to the music volume and flammability of the Pale Moss. The preview also implements changes affecting the behavior of certain blocks, gameplay, and the interface.

It must be noted that the Minecraft Bedrock previews are accessible only to Xbox One and Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, Android/iOS devices, and Windows 10/11 PCs. The beta and preview will not run on trial editions or inactive Game Pass editions of the game.

Here's how you can download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview for all compatible platforms.

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How to download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview for all compatible platforms

Xbox One and Series X|S consoles

The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview bring changes to the behavior of the Pale Moss family (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can easily download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview if you have a stable internet connection and a licensed copy of Minecraft. Additionally, you can also download the preview and beta if you have an active Xbox Game Pass subscription. Here's how:

1. Launch the Xbox store or your Microsoft Game Pass Library.
2. Open the search bar and enter "Minecraft Preview."
3. Once the preview page is listed, select it and install the preview. Wait for the download to complete.
4. Make sure you have a stable internet connection while the preview is being installed and that your device does not turn off during that time.

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PlayStation 4 and 5

Creaking Heart receives some functional changes in the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview on your Playstation device by following these simple steps:

1. Run Minecraft from the game library or the homepage.
2. Head to the sidebar on your left and choose the tab marked "Preview."
3. Select the "Get Playstation 4/5 Preview" button (subject to your console edition).
4. Choose "Download" and wait for the preview to install. Make sure your device is not turned off during installation and has an active internet connection while the update is being completed.

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Android/iOS devices

Download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview from the respective app store listing (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can also experience the host of changes introduced in the Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview on Pocket editions for Android and iOS devices.

To experience the changes to the Pale Garden biome in the update, follow these steps:

Android

1. On your compatible Android device open the Google Play Store application.
2. Navigate to the Minecraft page or click the page link to open the listing.
3. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click the "Join the Beta." button
4. Once downloaded, it will replace your standard edition with the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview.

iOS

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

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Windows 10/11 PCs

Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview introduces many changes to the Pale Garden (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can download and run the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview if you have the Bedrock edition installed on your PC.

If you don't have a copy of Bedrock, you can get it from the official Launcher or the Microsoft Store. Once acquired, here's how you can install and run the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview by following these steps:

1. If you already have a previous version, like the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.25 beta and preview installed, you will have to manually visit the Microsoft Store app and enter your application library. Head to the Games tab and look for Minecraft Preview in the list of games. Select the "Update" button next to the listing and wait for it to complete. If you don't get the update prompt, you can select the "Get Updates" button in the top right of the window to manually show the updates listing.
2. If you are downloading a beta and preview for the first time, head to the Minecraft launcher and choose the Bedrock edition of the game from the list on the left. Click the drop-down that says "Latest Release" and expand it. Select the "Latest Preview" option from the drop-down and hit the "Install" button to download and install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview. Wait for the installation to complete and you should be able to access the preview and enjoy the latest updates before they are officially released.

This is how you can download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.50.26 beta and preview on all compatible devices. It is important to note that most platforms will automatically update to the latest preview version but if it is not updated, you can follow these steps to enjoy the host of updates announced as part of the update.

These previews are a great way for players to enjoy upcoming features and for Mojang to fine-tune the updates before their official release. Additionally, players can also submit bug reports and glitches that go towards improving the Pale Garden Winter Drop ahead of its expected release this holiday season

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