Java Edition Alpha v1.2.0/Development versions

This is a list of Java Edition Alpha v1.2.0 development versions.

Alpha v1.2.0 (preview)

A special pre-release version of Alpha v1.2.0 was privately given to PC Gamer and IndieGames.com.[1] Multiple differences between this preview and the officially-released Alpha v1.2.0 can be seen in the released footage. This is the first and only preview released in 2010.

Differences from Alpha v1.2.0 preview

The Nether

  • Referred to as the Slip.[2]

Zombie Pigman

  • Has the original blood texture, instead of the slime/decay.[3]
  • Runs around making pig noises, and makes zombie noises when hurt.
  • Don't have their arms up like a zombie, and they are not wielding a golden sword either.

Glowstone

Ghast

  • Does not have any sound effects.

PC Gamer

A preview of part 1 was released on October 29, 2010.

A preview of part 2 was released on October 29, 2010.

IndieGames.com

A preview was released on October 29, 2010.

Slipgate linkage between Overworld and Slip.

Gallery

PC Gamer

IndieGames.com

Notes and references

  1. Halloween update previews are up – The Word of Notch, October 29, 2010
  2. "Minecraft Halloween Update Slipgate Adventures 1" – PCGamer on YouTube, October 29, 2010
  3. "Minecraft Halloween Update - Slipgate Adventures 2.avi" – PCGamer on YouTube, October 29, 2010

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