A helpful visual marker, as well as a source of buffs, Minecraft's beacons aren't the easiest to craft but its upsides certainly are worth the trouble. Emitting a large beam of light, providing ...

In Minecraft, no matter how well-built your humble abode or daunting castle is, creepers and more will eventually find it, and when they do, you’re going to have to defend your home. By placing a ...

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To craft a beacon in "Minecraft," you'll need glass, obsidian, and a rare item called the Nether Star. Once you've crafted the beacon, you'll also need to build a pyramid pedestal to place it on.

Many Minecraft veterans recommend setting up at least one beacon within your base. However, since a beacon requires a lot of resources, it’s usually recommended to set one up when you’re close to ...

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You can use beacons in "Minecraft" to give your character powerful upgrades and buffs. To craft a beacon in "Minecraft," you'll need glass, obsidian, and a rare item ...

The easiest way to obtain glass in Minecraft is to smelt sand or red sand in the furnace. Sand can be found in the desert biome, near rivers, lakes, or under the ocean. While red sand can only be ...