Is the Sift a real dimension in Minecraft?
Yes. Mojang announced the Sift as the game’s fourth dimension, joining the Overworld, the Nether and the End. It is the first new dimension in more than 14 years.
The September 2026 Minecraft Live broadcast showed a short look at the Sift in the main game and one of the mobs that lives there. The written recap does not name that mob.
The Sift is the new dimension coming to Minecraft Java and Bedrock in 2027; no exact date is out yet. Right now you can only explore it in Minecraft Dungeons II, released on 29 September 2026.
Where can I play the Sift right now?
Today the Sift is only in Minecraft Dungeons II. In that game, rifts open across the Overworld and lead you into the new dimension.
Dungeons II is out on Nintendo Switch 1 and 2, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Windows and Steam. It is a separate action RPG, not an update to the main game.
Source · www.minecraft.netMinecraft Dungeons II launch announcement
How many players is Minecraft Dungeons II? Co-op and crossplay
Is the Sift in the 26.4 snapshots?
No. The notes for 26.4 Snapshot 4 and Bedrock Preview 26.70.20, both released on 13 October 2026, contain no Sift changes. These test builds cover the upcoming drop with the ice caves.
Minecraft 26.4 Snapshot 4: jukebox playlists and Brittle Ice
Can I build a Sift portal in Java or Bedrock?
Not yet. The announcement has no portal recipe, and entry items or progression requirements are not out either. The rifts belong to Dungeons II; how you enter the Sift in the main game is still unknown.
| What you saw | What it means |
|---|---|
| Dungeons II gameplay video | The Sift as it looks in that game |
| Minecraft Live main-game footage | A first look for Java and Bedrock, not a recipe |
| A portal tutorial on social media | Likely a mod or custom map, not the official entry method |
Should I prepare my world for the Sift?
No need yet. The exact date, the required items and how existing worlds are affected are not announced. There is no official reason to start stockpiling resources or converting your world.
Source · www.minecraft.netMinecraft Live September 2026 announcement
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