Question 1

What did the Nether Update change?

Accepted Answer

The Nether Update (1.16) completely overhauled the Nether with four new biomes, netherite as a new top-tier material, piglins for bartering, bastion remnant structures, ruined portals in the overworld, and new blocks like crying obsidian.

Question 2

Why do PvP servers often use 1.16?

Accepted Answer

1.16 has the new combat system with netherite gear, making it popular for PvP-focused servers. The combat meta is well-established with competitive players familiar with the mechanics.

Question 3

How do I get netherite on 1.16 servers?

Accepted Answer

Mine ancient debris in the Nether (most common at Y=15), smelt it into netherite scrap, combine 4 scraps with 4 gold ingots to make a netherite ingot, then upgrade diamond gear at a smithing table.

Question 4

Do 1.16 servers support newer clients?

Accepted Answer

Many 1.16 servers accept newer clients through ViaVersion. This lets you play on a 1.16 server while using any client from 1.17 to the latest version.

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