Slowly but surely, snapshots for the Minecraft 1.21 update are being released, and we're getting a chance to test out all the new features and blocks coming to the game. Minecraft Snapshot 23W43A is particularly exciting because of all the new building blocks from the copper and tuff block families. So let's go through all the new blocks Minecraft 1.21 will bring to the game.
News in Minecraft Snapshot 23w43a: New Copper & Tough block! Bat Makeover!
All of the copper blocks in this snapshot will behave like the familiar copper blocks, in that they will all go through four stages of oxidation. Also, you can apply honeycomb on them and scrape it off with an ax whenever you want. You can obtain these blocks to survive by crafting in the crafting grid or cutting in the stonemason. Here is the list of all new copper blocks:
The copper lamp is a unique light source block with fascinating properties. It can be turned on once to activate and emit light. However, turning it back on will turn it off, providing lots of new and exciting redstone opportunities.
Tuff blocks, which were added all the way back in the 1.17 update, are now getting a much-anticipated upgrade! You will be able to make slabs, stairs and even a bunch of other detailed tuff blocks. Here is a list of them all:
