During the Minecraft LIVE September 2026 broadcast, Mojang unveiled a host of announcements set to shape the future of the game. The highlight was the reveal of a brand new dimension, arriving after more than 14 years.

When Did the Broadcast Take Place?

Minecraft LIVE was streamed from Mojang Studios HQ on September 26, 2026. The main event started at 19:00 CEST and ran for 1 hour and 8 minutes. Before the main show, the pre-show "The Deep Dig" hosted by falsesymmetry began at 18:30 CEST.

The Sift: A New Dimension After 14 Years

The biggest surprise of the broadcast was The Sift. This new dimension will first be playable in Minecraft Dungeons II, and will be added to both Java and Bedrock editions in 2027 as part of the main game. With this, Mojang is offering players an entirely new realm to explore beyond the Overworld and Nether, marking one of the franchise's most significant world expansions in recent years.

Minecraft Dungeons II Release Date Revealed

Minecraft Dungeons II is set to launch on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. The game features an interconnected open world, parkour sections, leap attacks, and the town of Bravehaven. Here, players will join villagers to investigate the soul corruption spreading across the Overworld. Mojang also confirmed that additional post-launch content (DLC) is planned.

Ice Caves Biome and the New Frozen Zombie

Another major addition is the Ice Caves biome. This chilly region introduces glowing ice crystals and lighting blocks that can be placed vertically or horizontally. The biome also features a new enemy mob, the Frozen Zombie, which inflicts freezing effects in melee combat and throws ice orbs from a distance that can be used for potion brewing or as weapons.

Minecraft Theme Park and Hotel Announcement

In partnership with Merlin Entertainments, Mojang Studios announced that a Minecraft World theme park will open in 2027 at Chessington World of Adventures Resort in London. The park will include the world's first official Minecraft hotel, a deep-sea themed restaurant, and a roller coaster called "Escape the Nether."

Other Announcements

• Sound effect packs will be coming to the Minecraft Marketplace later in 2026.
• Mojang is developing a new creative platform for players to produce their own content; details are still limited.
• Minecraft Education celebrated its 10th anniversary.

With so much new content on the way, there's never been a better time to start playing. If you haven't tried the Java or Bedrock editions yet, you can get instant access with a Minecraft key and preview The Sift in Dungeons II before it comes to the main game.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Sift dimension coming to standard Minecraft?

The Sift will first be available in Minecraft Dungeons II, and will be added to the Java and Bedrock editions as a standard update in 2027.

Which platforms will Minecraft Dungeons II be released on?

Mojang hasn't confirmed the full platform list yet, but the game launches on September 29, 2026, with additional post-launch content planned.

Where will the Minecraft theme park be located?

Minecraft World will open in 2027 at Chessington World of Adventures Resort in London and will feature the world's first official Minecraft hotel.