Minecraft developer Mojang has announced that the Sift is coming to both Java and Bedrock Edition in 2027. This will be the game’s first new dimension in more than 14 years, as per IGN.
The Sift was first revealed for the upcoming dungeon crawler game Minecraft Dungeons 2. Now, it is also coming to the main Minecraft game. It will join the Overworld, the Nether and the End as Minecraft’s official fourth dimension.
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What did Mojang say about The Sift?
The news was announced during Minecraft LIVE in September 2026. Mojang did not give many details about how The Sift will work in the main Minecraft game. It only gave players a short look at what the new dimension will look like.
Mojang shared this official statement about The Sift: “Minecraft LIVE revealed that the newest Minecraft dimension isn’t just finding its home in Dungeons II, it’ll also be coming to Minecraft Java & Bedrock Edition next year. This will be the first new dimension in over 14 years – joining the Overworld, the Nether and the End as our fourth dimension. During the broadcast, you got a glimpse into this dimension in Minecraft – and even one of the mobs that calls it home. But surely that’s not enough! Luckily you can experience it for yourself in Minecraft Dungeons II – coming September 29, 2026.”
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When is the Sift Coming out?
The Sift will arrive in Minecraft Dungeons 2 on September 29, 2026. It will then come to Minecraft Java and Bedrock Edition sometime in 2027.