Minecraft pigs are getting an update, but a fan-favorite variant is missing

Minecraft has released a few details about the next game drop, which will add two new pig variants, but fans on Reddit seem bummed about a missed opportunity. They feel the iconic muddy pig, known for its clumsy and adorable look, from Minecraft Earth should also be added, as it has been a favorite among the community.

How can we have a pig update without this lil guy? byu/designersquirrel inMinecraft

Redditor u/designersquirrel expressed disappointment by saying Mojang could have added this nostalgic variant as part of this Minecraft update. They also pointed out how rare variants like pink sheep and brown pandas add charm to the game and suggested that pigs deserve similar treatment. The muddy pig, with its playful personality, would have been a perfect fit in the game.

Comment byu/designersquirrel from discussion inMinecraft

Another user, u/-PepeArown-, agreed and mentioned that pigs playing in the mud are such a common sight in real life. They also suggested Mojang could tweak the colors of the Minecraft Earth muddy pig to match the vanilla textures.

Redditors want more variants of previous mobs (Image via Reddit)

Other fans joined the discussion with their wish lists for the update. u/MetaGear005 wanted the return of the moobloom, a cow variant that could fit beautifully in biomes filled with the new wildflowers. Several users supported this idea, imagining how mooblooms would add to the Overworld’s aesthetic.

The discussion didn’t stop there. u/Wizardnumber32 turned the conversation toward the Trail Ruins, suggesting that the tuff and copper golems from past votes should have been added. These golems, with their cute designs, could have brought more friendly buddies for the players.

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About the upcoming Minecraft game rop

The new update has a lot of potential (Image via Mojang Studios)

Scheduled as Minecraft’s first update of 2025, it brings six exciting features to enhance gameplay. Two of these features are the new pig variants: the cold pig and the warm pig. The cold pig thrives in snowy biomes, its fluffy fur helping it survive the freezing temperatures. It adds a cozy and wintery vibe to the game’s colder regions.

On the other hand, the warm pig can be found in warm, sandy biomes. With its rust-brown color, it fits perfectly into the sun-soaked landscapes of deserts and savannas. The update isn’t just about pigs. Mojang is also introducing ambient updates to make the Overworld feel more alive.

Falling leaves, leaf litter, and wildflowers will add a new layer of immersion. Players can enjoy these additions visually and interact with them, using wildflowers to craft dyes and leaf litter to decorate builds.

Another major feature is the simplified lodestone recipe. Previously, crafting a lodestone required netherite, making it a late-game item. With the new recipe, players will only need iron ingots and chiseled bricks, making lodestones more accessible for navigation in all dimensions.

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While the upcoming Minecraft update promises exciting new features, the absence of the muddy pig has left some fans feeling nostalgic for what could have been.