Minecraft: Bedrock Edition's latest preview version, 1.19.70.23, was released today. Players who dive into it will find plenty of new implementations slated to be released for the milestone 1.20 update by the end of spring.

In this preview, players can experience the long-awaited archeology feature. The sniffer mob has also been added, complete with a new ancient flower type known as a Torchflower.

Additionally, changes have been made to improve parity between Bedrock and Java Edition, and a litany of bug fixes have been implemented. The game's API has also been refactored in a few spots, which may delight modders to some degree.

But how do Minecraft fans enjoy this new preview? Diving into the action is easier than it might seem.

Steps to download Minecraft's Bedrock Preview on all compatible devices

Minecraft's Bedrock preview 1.19.70.23 is available on most Bedrock Edition-compatible devices. This includes the Xbox version, Pocket Edition on Android and iOS, as well as Windows-based PCs.

Opting into the preview program and downloading the latest version should only take a few moments. Afterwards, all players have to do is jump into the game and activate experimental features' data pack to check out the new content being previewed.

Downloading the preview on Windows

Downloading the preview on Xbox One and Series X|S

1. On your main dashboard or the Xbox Game Pass library screen, open your search function and search for "Minecraft Preview." The application's store page should appear.
2. Open the store page and press the download button. When the download completes, the application will appear on your dashboard or Game Pass library. Keep in mind that this application will be separate from your standard game installation, so be sure you open the preview version and not your original copy of the game.

Downloading the preview on Android

Downloading the preview on iOS

As long as players have a legal copy of Bedrock Edition and a functional Microsoft Account (or a merged one from Mojang), they should be able to take full part in the preview program.