How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview

The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview was released on December 12, 2024. This experimental build makes a host of much-needed changes and modifications to existing gameplay. The update adds changes to the behavior of certain blocks and mobs, including features that bring parity between both editions of the games.

You must keep in mind that these beta and previews are accessible only on Xbox One and Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, Android/iOS devices, as well as Windows 10/11 PCs. It is not supported on trial versions or inactive Game Pass subscriptions.

That said, here's how you can download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview for all compatible platforms.

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How to download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview for all compatible platforms

Xbox One and Series X|S consoles

Get your hands on the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview from the store listing. (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview if you have a stable internet connection and a licensed copy of the game. You can also try this experimental version if you have an active Xbox Game Pass regular or Ultimate subscription for your console.

1. Launch the Xbox app store or your Microsoft Game Pass Library.
2. Open the game library and head to the search bar. Enter "Minecraft Preview".
3. Once the preview page is listed, select it and click the "Install" button. Wait for the update files to get downloaded.
4. Make sure that you have an active internet connection while the preview and its files are being installed. It is recommended to ensure that your device is not turned off during the update.

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PlayStation 4 and 5

Download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview and experience the latest changes and updates ahead of release. (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can get your hands on the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview for your Playstation device by following these simple steps:

1. Run Minecraft from the homepage, the game library, or the "frequently played" tab on your console.
2. Open the sidebar on your left and choose the "Preview" prompt.
3. Next, choose the "Get Playstation 4/5 Preview" button (depending on your console).
4. Now, hit the "Download" button and wait for the game files to be installed. During the update, please ensure that your console is not turned off and has an active internet connection during the update to prevent game file corruption.

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Android/iOS devices

Join the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview from the respective app store listing. (Image via Mojang Studios)

Thanks to Mojang's recent move to introduce experimental updates for mobile devices, you can try out experimental builds and changes on Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) for Android and iOS devices as well.

Follow these easy steps to install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview on Pocket Edition (PE) for Android and Apple:

Android

1. Open the Google Play Store on your preferred device.
2. Head to the Minecraft page to open the store listing.
3. Scroll down to the bottom of the store page and click the "Join the Beta" prompt.
4. Wait for the preview files to get downloaded and installed. Once done, this will replace the latest The Garden Awakens update with the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview.

iOS

1. Get the official TestFlight app and head to the official page of the Minecraft beta and preview.
2. Sign up for the beta using your linked account. You then will receive an email on your registered ID for the beta and preview, as well as access links for the experimental build.
3. Open the email and tap on the "View in TestFlight" button or link to accept it.
4. Next, choose "Install" (for new beta users) or "Update" (for existing users) to access the preview and beta on your iOS device.

It is also important to note that if you are an existing beta user, you can also head over to the individual app store to update to the latest preview build. You will see that the Open/Play button on the app store listing will be replaced by an Update button. Simply click update and wait for the latest build to get installed. Once done, you will be able to access the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview.

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Windows 10/11 PCs

You can access the latest features and parity changes in the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview if you have the Bedrock Edition installed on your Windows 10/11 device.

If you don't have a copy of the Minecraft Bedrock edition, you can purchase it from the official website or the Xbox/Microsoft Store listing. Once acquired and installed, here's how you can run the latest beta and preview on your PC:

For existing Beta edition players:

Head to the Microsoft store listing to update to the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview. (Image via Mojang Studios)

If you already have a previous build (like the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.23 beta and preview) installed, you will have to visit the Microsoft Store app and head to the application library to manually update to 1.21.60.24.

• Head to the Games tab in the Microsoft Store and scroll down or search for "Minecraft Preview" in the list of games.
• Click the "Update" button next to it and wait for the files and assets to get installed.
• If you do not get the "Update" button next to the listing, you can hit the "Get Updates" button in the top-right part of the page to manually run another check and queue the list of available updates.

Additionally, you can also visit the Xbox app and update the Preview edition from the list of installed games on the left. Choose Minecraft Preview and hit "Update" to get to the Bedrock 1.21.60.24 release.

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For new Beta edition players

Download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview from the official launcher. (Image via Mojang Studios)

• If this is your first time downloading a beta and preview, head to the official Minecraft launcher and choose Bedrock from the list of available editions on the left.
• Click on the drop-down menu labeled "Latest Release" next to the green Play button and expand it to see other options.
• Next, click on the "Latest Preview" option below it and hit the "Play" button to download and install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview.
• You will have to wait for a while for all files to get downloaded and installed successfully.
• Once installed, you should now be able to access the preview and enjoy the latest modifications and changes to the game ahead of their official release soon.

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