How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview

Mojang Studios released the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview on March 18, 2025. This experimental build introduces an array of changes for blocks and mobs, such as the happy ghast, alongside modifications to existing features. Additionally, it also addresses bugs and issues in the game.

Here's how you can get your hands on the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview

Note: The 1.21.80.28 beta and preview is accessible only on Xbox One and Series X/S, PlayStation 4 and 5, Android/iOS devices, and Windows 10/11 PCs. Note that this build is not supported on trial versions or inactive Game Pass subscriptions.

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How to download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview for all compatible platforms

Xbox One and Series X/S consoles

You can get your hands on the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview from the console's game library (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || Mojang Studios)

You can download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview on Xbox consoles if you have an active internet connection and a licensed copy of the game. Additionally, it can be accessed with an Xbox Game Pass subscription (regular or Ultimate edition).

Follow these steps to do so:

1. Launch the game store or your Game Pass Library on your Xbox console.
2. Go to the game library and go to the search bar. Now, type or search for "Minecraft Preview."
3. Once the preview version is listed, choose it and click on the "Install" button.
4. Wait for the required files and assets to get downloaded. Do not turn off your console or lose internet connectivity to prevent the installation from getting corrupted.

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PlayStation 4 and 5

Download and install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview to try out the latest features and changes ahead of their release (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || Mojang Studios)

You can access the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview on your PlayStation device by following these steps:

1. Open Minecraft from the console's homepage, the "Frequently Played" tab, or the game library on your PlayStation 4/5.
2. Go to the left sidebar and choose the "Preview" button.
3. Now, click on the "Get PlayStation 4/5 Preview" button (depending on your console).
4. Hit the "Download" button and wait for the required game assets to be installed.
5. During the installation process, it is recommended that your console have a stable internet connection and not be turned off to prevent game file corruption.

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Android/iOS devices

Download and install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview from the respective app stores (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || Mojang Studios)

Mojang has introduced beta support for mobile devices, allowing Minecraft Pocket Edition players to try experimental preview builds and their features on supported Android and iOS devices.

Here's how you can get your hands on the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview on your mobile device:

Android

1. Go to the Google Play Store application on your compatible Android device.
2. Visit the Minecraft page or just type the game's name in the store search bar to find it.
3. Once found, scroll to the bottom of the application's listing and tap the "Join the Beta" button.
4. Now, wait while the preview files are downloaded and installed. Once done, this will replace the existing release version with the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview.

iOS

1. Download and install the TestFlight app from the Apple App Store and head to the Minecraft preview page. Make sure there are slots available for signing up for the beta and preview. If not, you will have to try again on the first of the next month to see if there are free slots.
2. Sign up for the beta and preview using your linked official account. Now, wait until you receive an email on your registered email ID containing links for the experimental build.
3. Now, open the email and tap the "View in TestFlight" button. Alternatively, you can follow the attached link to open it on the Testflight app.
4. Choose "Install" (for new beta users) or "Update" (for existing users) to get the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview on your compatible iOS device.

iOS players are recommended to try out the beta and preview at least once a month to maintain access since slots are very limited.

Additionally, most iOS and Android devices will have automatic updates enabled to ensure that users are on the latest available version of all of their installed apps and games.

However, if this feature is not enabled on your device, you can do it manually by visiting the individual app store (Android/iOS) to get your hands on the latest available version. You will notice that the "Open/Play" button has been replaced by an "Update" button. Once updated, you can enjoy the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview on your device.

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Windows 10/11 PCs

You can test the latest features and changes made to blocks and mobs in the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview if you have the Bedrock Edition of the game installed on your Windows 10/11 device.

However, if you do not own Bedrock, just head to the official Mojang website or the Xbox/Microsoft Store to get your hands on it. Once done, simply log in with your registered Microsoft account and follow these steps to experience the 1.21.80.28 beta and preview on your PC:

For players with an existing beta and preview

Head to the Microsoft Store to manually queue the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview update (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || Mojang Studios)

If you have an existing preview build like the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.27 beta and preview installed on your Windows device, you will have to go to the Microsoft Store app to manually queue the update.

Simply head over to the app library and queue the update for the Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview by following these steps:

• Head to the Games tab on the Microsoft Store application and scroll down or search for "Minecraft Preview" in the list of installed games.
• Now, click on the "Update" button next to the listing and wait for the files to be installed.
• However, if you do not see the "Update" button next to the game's Preview listing, just hit the "Get Updates" button in the top-right corner of the window. This will manually queue the list of available updates.

Additionally, you can use the official Xbox app to install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview. Navigate to the left sidebar and locate the list of installed apps and games. Now, click on the Preview edition and then hit the "Update" button to download the latest build.

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For new beta edition players

Download the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview from the game launcher (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || Mojang Studios)

If this is your first time trying a beta and preview build, visit the official Minecraft launcher. Choose Bedrock from the list of available versions and games, and follow these steps to successfully install the 1.21.80.28 beta and preview:

• Go to the lower part of the launcher and expand the drop-down menu on the left side marked "Latest Release" next to the green "Play" button in the middle.
• Click on this drop-down to expand and open the list of available installation options. Now, simply choose the "Latest Preview" option below it.
• Once selected, just hit the "Play" button to install the Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.80.28 beta and preview.

Since this is the first time you are installing the beta, it will take a while for all the assets and files to get downloaded and installed. Once done, dive into the experimental and try features ahead of their release.

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