Minecraft has shared the first features of its third game drop of 2026 at TwitchCon, and while we still have a lot to learn, we do know it'll feature an entirely new forest biome: the dappled forest. After the Chaos Cubed update focused on bringing a new and exciting biome to the underground, I for one am excited to have somewhere new to explore in the overworld, especially given the autumnal aesthetic the biome will take on.
As shown in the reveal during Minecraft Live at TwitchCon, the dappled forest will consist of poplar trees with orange, yellow, and red leaves, as well as dirt blocks covered with leaf litter, new red shrubs, and brown mushrooms. You know, all those classic, cosy, fall features. The addition of poplar trees also brings a new wood set, which is a warm grey colour when broken down into planks and slabs.
