How do I install Minecraft 1.13 Snapshot 18w02a?

Download the client or server jar file above and follow the installation guide on 1Minecraft.net. Snapshots go in a separate launcher profile, so they won't affect your main Minecraft installation.

What does the enderman_holdable tag do?

It controls which blocks enderman can pick up and teleport with. Server admins and map makers can now customize this behavior instead of being stuck with the default list.

Will my mods work with snapshot 18w02a?

Snapshots can have compatibility issues with mods. Check the mod's Discord or issue tracker to see if they support this snapshot version before installing.

What's different about the /execute command?

The new subcommands give you more control over how commands run. Facing and positioned are the main additions. Check the command wiki for full syntax details.

Can I use this snapshot on a server?

Yes, download the server jar and set it up like any other server. Remember that snapshots get a lot of changes, so backups are a good idea.

Minecraft 1.13 Snapshot 18w02a Download

Minecraft 1.13 Snapshot 18w02a is here with some solid improvements to the /execute command system and a bunch of bug fixes. The big one for this snapshot is the ability to customize what blocks enderman can pick up.

What’s New in 18w02a

New Features

Added minecraft:enderman_holdable block tag to control which blocks enderman can pick up
Translation files switched from .lang (key=value) to .json format (“key”: “value”)
Better error messages when commands fail, with tooltips for more info
Teleporting to entities in other dimensions is now allowed
New /execute subcommands for more control over command execution
Server commands (functions, console, rcon) run from world spawn in the overworld

Command Changes

/execute Updates

Facing will run commands as though you’re facing x y z coordinates
Facing entity (eyes|feet) runs commands as though you’re facing the entity’s eyes or feet
Offset has been renamed to positioned x y z
Additional new subcommands for expanded command control

/teleport Simplified

No rotation or facing parameters – just teleports you to the target entity or position
Teleport victim to entity without rotation or facing
Cleaner syntax to avoid ambiguity with the old command

How to Install

Installing Minecraft snapshots is straightforward. Head over to our full guide at How To Download & Install Minecraft Snapshots for step-by-step instructions.

Download Minecraft 1.13 Snapshot 18w02a

Client: Download

Server: Download

Compatibility

Snapshot 18w02a is compatible with 1.13. Make sure you’re downloading the right files for your setup. If you’re using mods with snapshots, check for known incompatibilities before testing.