Mojang has officially rolled out the much-anticipated Minecraft Bedrock 26.30.25/26 beta and preview, giving players across multiple platforms a chance to dive into the game’s upcoming content. This new pre-release version offers an exclusive sneak peek at features from the highly awaited “Chaos Cubed” update, which introduces fresh in-game elements like Geysers and explosive Sulfur Cube Archetypes.

If you’re eager to test out these new features before they make their way into the final global release, hopping into the beta and preview is the way to go. Here is a comprehensive, platform-by-platform guide on how to download and install the Minecraft Bedrock 26.30.25/26 beta version.

Windows 10/11 (PC)

Downloading the preview on your PC is a seamless process using the official launcher:

  1. Open the Minecraft Launcher.

  2. From the left sidebar, select Minecraft: Bedrock Edition.

  3. Next to the main “Play” button, click on the drop-down menu and select “Latest Preview.”

  4. The launcher will automatically download and install the Bedrock 26.30.25/26 beta version.

Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S

Xbox players can grab the preview directly from the store or their Game Pass library:

  1. Head over to the Xbox Game Store or your Game Pass Library.

  2. Go to the search bar and type in “Minecraft Preview.”

  3. Once the preview application appears on your screen, click the “Install” button.

PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5

For PlayStation users, the preview is accessible directly through the base game’s menu:

  1. Find Minecraft on your console’s homepage, either in your Frequently Played tab or your game library.

  2. Navigate to the left sidebar and scroll down until you see the “Preview” option.

  3. Click on “Get PlayStation 4/5 Preview” to initiate the download.

Pocket Edition (Android and iOS)

Mobile players can also join the fun, though the process differs slightly depending on your operating system.

For Android (Google Play Store):

  1. Open the Google Play Store and search for “Minecraft.”

  2. Open the game’s store page and scroll down until you find the “Join the Beta” section.

  3. Tap “Join” to enroll in the beta program.

  4. Once enrolled, you will be eligible to download the 26.30.25/26 beta version update directly to your device.

For iOS (Apple App Store):

  1. To access the beta on an iPhone or iPad, you will need to download Apple’s TestFlight app.

  2. Open TestFlight and sign up for the Minecraft preview.

  3. An invitation link for the beta version will be sent to your email. Click the link to download the preview. Note: iOS preview slots are severely limited. If the program is full, you may have to wait until spots open up to participate.

With the Bedrock 26.30.25/26 beta now live, it’s the perfect time to experiment with the new Chaos Cubed features. Jump in, test the explosive new mechanics, and get a head start on what Mojang has planned for the future of Minecraft!

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