How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview

Mojang released the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview on January 8, 2025. This experimental build introduces a host of new features such as falling leaves and wildflowers, as well as new pig variants. The update also adds changes to the behavior of existing blocks and mobs to improve the gameplay experience for players.

It is important to note that this beta and preview 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.

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How to download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview for all compatible platforms

Xbox One and Series X|S consoles

Search for the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview from the store listing (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview as long as you have an active internet connection and a licensed copy of the game. You can also enjoy the features of this experimental build if you have an active Xbox Game Pass (regular or Ultimate edition) subscription for your console.

1. Launch the Xbox app store or your Microsoft Game Pass Library on your console.
2. Open the game library and go to the search bar. Enter "Minecraft Preview".
3. Once the preview is listed, select it and click on the "Install" button. Wait for the necessary files to get downloaded. Ensure you have a stable internet connection while the preview and its files are installed. It is also recommended that your device is not turned off during the update, to prevent files from getting corrupted.

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PlayStation 4 and 5

Get your hands on the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview to check out the latest features ahead of their release (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can download and install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview on your PlayStation device by following these simple steps:

1. Open Minecraft from the homepage, the game library, or the "frequently played" tab on your console.
2. Open the sidebar on your left and click on the "Preview" prompt.
3. Next, choose the "Get Playstation 4/5 Preview" button (depending on your console).
4. Now, select the "Download" button and wait for the game files to be installed. During the update, try to avoid turning off your console and ensure an active internet connection, to prevent game file corruption.

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Android/iOS devices

You can easily join and experience the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview from the respective app store (Image via Mojang Studios)

You can easily try experimental builds and changes on Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) for Android and iOS devices since Mojang introduced support for these devices. Here's how you can experience new Minecraft features such as the falling leaves and the pig variants on your favorite mobile device:

Android

1. Head to the Google Play Store on your preferred device.
2. Go to the Minecraft page or search "Minecraft" 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 complete, this will replace the latest official edition with the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview.

iOS

1. Download the official TestFlight app and head to the page of the Minecraft beta and preview.
2. Sign up for the beta using your linked account. Next, you will receive an email on your registered ID for the beta and preview, including access links for the experimental version.
3. Open the email and tap on the "View in TestFlight" button or click on the link to accept it.
4. Next, choose "Install" (for new beta users) or "Update" (for existing users) to access the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview on your iOS device.

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. The "Open/Play" button on the store listing will be replaced by an "Update" button. Simply click on the "Update" button and wait for the latest build to get installed. Once done, you will be able to access the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview.

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Windows 10/11 PCs

You can access the latest features in the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview if you have the Bedrock Edition of the game installed on your Windows 10/11 device.

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

For existing Beta edition players:

Open the games section on the Microsoft store and update to the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview (Image via Microsoft)

If you have an existing version like the Bedrock 1.21.60.24 beta and preview installed, you will need to visit the Microsoft Store app and head to the app library to manually queue the update for Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview:

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

Apart from this, you can also visit the Xbox app and update to the latest Preview edition from the list of installed apps and games on the left sidebar. Select "Preview" and click on the "Update" button to get to the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview.

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For new Beta edition players

Download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview from the official launcher (Image via Mojang Studios)

• If this is your first time downloading an experimental build, head to the official Minecraft launcher and choose Bedrock from the list of available game editions on the sidebar.
• Click on the lower drop-down menu labeled "Latest Release" next to the green "Play" button and expand it to see the list of available options.
• Next, click on the "Latest Preview" option below it and choose the "Play" button to download and install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.60.25 beta and preview.
• You will have to wait a while for the files to get downloaded and installed successfully. Once installed, you should now be able to access the preview and enjoy the latest modifications and features ahead of their official release.

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