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Home/Gaming/Minecraft's First New Dimension in 14 Years Debuts in Dungeons II
VERIFIEDBy Xavier Rivera·Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 2:16 PM AST·1 min read

Minecraft's First New Dimension in 14 Years Debuts in Dungeons II

Minecraft Dungeons II introduces the Sift dimension on September 29, with the same content planned for Minecraft Java and Bedrock editions in 2027. The update represents the first new dimension added to the franchise in over 14 years.

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The Sift dimension will launch first in Minecraft Dungeons II on September 29 before arriving in the main Minecraft game in 2027.

The Sift marks Minecraft's first new dimension since 2012. Mojang Studios revealed the addition at Gamescom and provided further details during Minecraft LIVE on September 26. The dimension introduces a distinct visual style along with new mobs that serve as both companions and threats.
The Sift marks Minecraft's first new dimension since 2012.

Players encounter shifting environmental effects and hazardous blocks that change exploration and survival mechanics. Two confirmed biomes, Meadows and Carapace, appear in the dimension, while additional areas remain undisclosed.

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Minecraft Dungeons II serves as the initial release vehicle. The action RPG launches September 29 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Steam, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. It will also be available day one on Xbox Game Pass and supports Xbox Play Anywhere.
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The dimension expands to Minecraft Java and Bedrock editions in 2027. Mojang has not yet detailed access methods or exact differences from the Dungeons II version. An in-development preview shown during the event offered limited early footage of the dimension running inside Minecraft.
The dimension expands to Minecraft Java and Bedrock editions in 2027.

Future Minecraft LIVE events will share additional information on the Sift's arrival timeline and features.
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