What is Minecraft Dungeons II?
Minecraft Dungeons II is the sequel to the action-RPG dungeon crawler developed by Mojang Studios in collaboration with Double Eleven. Players take on the role of a hero investigating mysterious rifts appearing across the Overworld, which lead to an entirely new dimension called the Sift, full of dangers and secrets.
When does Minecraft Dungeons II release?
Minecraft Dungeons II is scheduled to launch on September 29, 2026, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. The global launch is set for 08:00 UTC.
What platforms is it coming to?
The game launches simultaneously on PC (Steam and Microsoft Store), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2, making it one of the widest-reaching launches in the series' history.
Who developed Minecraft Dungeons II?
The game is developed by Mojang Studios in collaboration with Double Eleven, the studio also responsible for the first installment. It's a direct sequel to 2020's Minecraft Dungeons, arriving six years after the original release.
What editions of the game are available?
Two main editions are available: Standard and Deluxe. The Deluxe Edition includes everything from the Standard Edition, plus a soul cape, the Blub pet, four character skins, and access to DLC 1 and 2 once they are released.
What's included in the pre-order bonus?
Players who pre-order the game receive two character skins, the Twisted cape, and the Twisted chicken pet as digital bonus items.
Is Minecraft Dungeons II on Xbox Game Pass?
Yes, the game will launch on Xbox Game Pass on release day, September 29, 2026.
How does the open-world and quest system work?
Unlike the first installment, which relied on selecting separate missions from a camp table, Minecraft Dungeons II features a seamless, open world that players can explore without loading screens, discovering settlements, fast-travel points, and procedurally varied locations such as caves and forgotten ruins. Quests are divided into main and side missions that span both the Overworld and the new Sift dimension.
Is the game single-player or multiplayer?
Minecraft Dungeons II can be completed solo or in co-op with up to four players. The game supports local couch co-op, online cross-play, and mixed sessions, along with built-in matchmaking and session codes that make it easy for friends to join.
What's new in the gear and inventory system?
The number of combat gear slots has increased from 6 to 12. Armor is no longer a single item; players now equip separate helmets, chestplates, leggings, and boots. A new item category, talismans, has been introduced, granting passive bonuses, and items can now roll additional random effects. Ranged weapons have gained unlimited, automatically regenerating ammunition.
Can you jump in Minecraft Dungeons II?
Yes, for the first time in the series, heroes can jump in addition to the existing dodge roll. Jumping enables not only exploration but also aerial attacks, adding a new dimension to combat and movement across the world.
Has the enchanting system changed?
Yes, the system has been significantly expanded. As players adventure, they collect enchantment books that are added to a personal library, which can then be used at a local enchantsmith to apply a chosen enchantment to any gear slot. Enchantments can also be upgraded and leveled up as players progress, giving greater control over character builds.