Minecraft releases Bedrock 1.21.3 hotfix update for PlayStation 4

A surprising Minecraft hotfix update debuted for Bedrock Edition on PlayStation 4 on July 15, 2024, known as version 1.21.3. It looks like some unsuspecting issues may have cropped up specifically on the PlayStation 4 platform, and the 1.21.3 update addresses them for performance and console stability, at least where the back-end is concerned.

According to the official patch notes, this Minecraft Bedrock update on PS4 "fixed an issue that could occur with back-end services," though it isn't clear as to what the specifics are, as Mojang didn't clarify.

Whatever the case, for the sake of keeping the game version running smoothly, it doesn't hurt to examine how you can update the title on PS4 to receive this hotfix.

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How to install the Minecraft 1.21.3 hotfix update on PlayStation 4

Downloading Minecraft updates on PlayStation 4 is quick and easy (Image via Mojang)

When it comes to downloading the latest updates for Minecraft on PlayStation 4, your console will typically update it automatically while it's on and connected to the internet. However, there may be situations where the console doesn't automatically update as planned (or you've disabled auto-updates for whatever reason), and you need to begin a manual process.

Fortunately, as long as you have a stable internet connection, manual updates for Minecraft on PS4 are about as easy to implement as possible and can be accomplished in just a few button presses.

Below, you can find the steps for downloading the latest update manually to implement the hotfix:

1. From your dashboard, find the thumbnail for the game either on the dashboard itself or in the game library.
2. Press the options button on your controller.
3. On the resulting sidebar, select "Check for Updates." If your console is connected to the internet, it should add the update to your download queue, and you can simply wait until the download is completed, and you can dive back into the game!

That's all there is to it! Keep in mind that these steps will apply for any updates, including the 1.21.3 hotfix, so when Mojang introduces new updates in the future, you'll know exactly what needs to be done to keep the game up to date. However, it's important to note that if you also have Bedrock previews on your console, these applications are kept separate and won't be updated along with the base game.

Whatever the case, hopefully, the 1.21.3 update addresses any potential crashes or game-breaking bugs for PS4 consoles on the back end, as Mojang intended. Otherwise, additional hotfixes may need to be downloaded to compensate.