When Is The Sift Coming to Minecraft?
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The Sift debuts in Minecraft Dungeons II on September 29, 2026. It comes to Minecraft Java & Bedrock in 2027. No exact month or day for Java & Bedrock has been officially announced yet.
What is The Sift’s release date?
The Sift arrives in two stages:
| Game | Release | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Minecraft Dungeons II | September 29, 2026 | Officially confirmed |
| Minecraft: Java Edition | 2027 | Year confirmed, exact date not announced |
| Minecraft: Bedrock Edition | 2027 | Year confirmed, exact date not announced |
So if you want to see The Sift in 2026, Minecraft Dungeons II is where it debuts.
What’s the full timeline for The Sift?
Here’s every official milestone so far, in order:
- Gamescom: The Sift is mentioned for the first time.
- Minecraft LIVE 2026: The Sift is shown in detail.
- September 26, 2026: Xbox Wire publishes the official announcement.
- September 29, 2026: The Sift debuts in Minecraft Dungeons II.
- 2027: The Sift comes to Minecraft Java & Bedrock.
When is The Sift coming to Java and Bedrock?
According to the official announcement, The Sift comes to Minecraft Java & Bedrock in 2027. No month, season or day has been announced.
If you see a more specific date somewhere, check whether it comes from an official source before you plan around it.
Will Java and Bedrock get The Sift on the same day?
That hasn’t been officially announced. Java and Bedrock are officially listed together for 2027, but a same-day release hasn’t been confirmed.
Which update brings The Sift to Java and Bedrock?
That hasn’t been officially announced either. Ice caves, a new underground cave biome, are coming in Minecraft’s next game drop. Whether that drop has anything to do with The Sift hasn’t been officially announced. See what ice caves are.
Which platforms get The Sift first?
The Sift debuts in Minecraft Dungeons II, which is listed for:
- Xbox Series X|S
- Xbox on PC
- Steam
- PlayStation 5
- Nintendo Switch
- Nintendo Switch 2
Minecraft Dungeons II is also on Game Pass from day one. For what to do once you’re in the game, see how to get to The Sift.
What hasn’t been announced about The Sift’s release yet?
As of the last update, none of these have been officially announced:
- The exact 2027 date for Minecraft Java & Bedrock
- Whether Java and Bedrock get The Sift on the same day
- Which Minecraft update brings The Sift to Java & Bedrock
- The time of day The Sift goes live in Minecraft Dungeons II
- The exact price of Minecraft Dungeons II
This page is updated when official news lands. Check the “Last updated” date at the top.
FAQ
What else do people ask about The Sift's release?
When does The Sift come out?
The Sift debuts in Minecraft Dungeons II on September 29, 2026. It comes to Minecraft Java & Bedrock in 2027.
What time does The Sift release on September 29?
A release time hasn't been officially announced. The official date for The Sift's debut in Minecraft Dungeons II is September 29, 2026.
When is The Sift coming to Java and Bedrock?
In 2027. The exact 2027 date hasn't been officially announced.
Is The Sift out now?
The Sift debuts in Minecraft Dungeons II on September 29, 2026. It isn't in Minecraft Java or Bedrock yet; it's officially set for 2027.
Is The Sift coming to PS5 and Switch?
Minecraft Dungeons II, where The Sift debuts, is listed for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, as well as Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC and Steam. The Sift also comes to Minecraft Java & Bedrock in 2027.
Sources
Facts about The Sift and other upcoming features come only from the official sources below. General gameplay tips describe how Minecraft works today.