Minecraft Dungeons II Release Date, News & Guides

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MINECRAFT DUNGEONS II | Official Gameplay TrailerThe Sift — the new dimension reached through rifts tearing open across the Overworld — plus loadout and battle-style customization.Minecraft (official YouTube channel)

MINECRAFT DUNGEONS II | Reveal TrailerThe first look at the game: the Deep Dark threat, the Twisted Warden, and the Ancient Cities the campaign is built around.Minecraft (official YouTube channel)

MINECRAFT DUNGEONS II | Announce TrailerThe announcement itself, confirming the sequel and its September 29, 2026 release date.Minecraft (official YouTube channel)

Latest News

Minecraft Dungeons II capes: how to unlock Hero and Twisted

Mojang explains the cape promotions. Check which rewards need a pre-order, which need the first game, and what remains unannounced.

Minecraft Dungeons II will be playable at Tokyo Game Show 2026

Minecraft Dungeons II: The Rift, the prequel novel, is out four weeks before the game

Brave Haven, the Enchantsmith and minecart travel: what gamescom 2026 revealed

The road to launch

Release details

Mar 2025Codename Spicewood leaks
A sequel in development surfaces publicly under its internal name.
Mar 2026Announced at Minecraft Live
Mojang reveals the game with a Fall 2026 window.
Jun 10, 2026Gameplay shown
Xbox Wire publishes a hands-on covering gear and world structure.
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Jul 28, 2026Date confirmed
September 29 announced, day one on Xbox Game Pass.
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Jul 29, 2026Pre-orders open
Both editions go live across every storefront.
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Aug 20, 2026The Sift revealed
Gameplay trailer shows a new dimension reached through rifts across the Overworld.
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Aug 26, 2026First public hands-on
Playable at gamescom, Hall 7 booth A-0.61, through August 30.
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Aug 26, 2026Hub and enchanting detailed
Xbox Wire covers Brave Haven, the Blacksmith's re-rolls, Enchant Books and minecart travel.
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Sep 1, 2026Prequel novel due
Minecraft Dungeons II: The Rift, a tie-in novel, arrives 28 days before the game.
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Sep 29, 2026Release
Launches on PC, Xbox, PlayStation 5, Switch and Switch 2, day one on Game Pass.

Common Questions

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When does Minecraft Dungeons II come out?September 29, 2026, on all five confirmed platforms simultaneously.Minecraft.net What platforms is Minecraft Dungeons II on?Windows, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.Minecraft Wiki Is Minecraft Dungeons II on Xbox Game Pass?Yes. Day-one availability on Xbox Game Pass is officially confirmed.Minecraft Wiki How many players can play Minecraft Dungeons II together?Up to four players, solo or in co-op.Minecraft.net How much does Minecraft Dungeons II cost?$29.99 for Standard and $49.99 for Deluxe on Steam.Steam Do you need to play the first Minecraft Dungeons?No. Mojang says the first Minecraft Dungeons is not required.Minecraft.net