After weeks of testing and refinement, Mojang Studios is finally releasing the 1.18.2 patch update for Minecraft: Java Edition, which includes dozens of fixes and technical updates.

Minecraft runs on Java version 17 as of this pre-release – and you can expect the same to be true of the live version of Java Edition once 1.18 officially lands.

Mojang Studios are now releasing Pre-Release 2 for Minecraft: Java Edition 1.18.2, another snapshot that includes additional fixes before the patch update releases to everyone.

Last week, many players were left disappointed after Mojang released no Minecraft snapshot. Despite a delay, Mojang has now finally released a new snapshot for Java Edition.

To get into the Minecraft beta on Java edition on PC, you'll need to follow these steps: Install the Minecraft Java client by logging into your account and downloading it.