Minecraft Mob Vote is Officially Retired: What’s Next for the Game?
The beloved (and sometimes controversial) Minecraft mob vote is no more. For years, the annual event has allowed players to vote on new mobs, with the winner being added to the game—while the other contenders were left behind, much to the frustration of the community. But now, Mojang is scrapping the mob vote entirely in favor of a new approach to Minecraft updates.
“Minecraft Live will now become a more focused broadcast, happening twice a year instead of one show per year,” explained Minecraft general manager Ryan Cooper. Each broadcast will offer the latest updates on upcoming features, what’s entering testing, and news across the Minecraft franchise. This change is part of a broader shift to more frequent, smaller updates throughout the year.
Why End the Mob Vote?
According to Mojang, while they appreciated the excitement surrounding the mob vote, the decision was driven by feedback from the community. In a statement to PC Gamer, a Minecraft spokesperson acknowledged that the vote—though fun—often led to disappointment, as only one mob was added while other exciting concepts were shelved. The frustration culminated in a 2023 petition, signed by over 534,000 players, calling on Mojang to stop the mob vote and add all three proposed mobs each year.
The sentiment was echoed by the community: “The mob vote generates engagement by tearing the community apart,” the petition stated, noting that players were frustrated by missing out on potential mobs that would never make it into the game. The end of the vote reflects Mojang’s effort to deliver more of what players want, with more frequent content updates that won’t leave great ideas behind.
What Comes Next?
Mojang’s decision to retire the mob vote is part of a shift toward delivering smaller, more frequent updates rather than one major annual release. Cooper confirmed that Minecraft will now be releasing several free game drops throughout the year. In April, players saw the Armored Paws update, and this new model suggests more regular additions like that, though the size and nature of each update may vary.
However, there’s no clear word on whether more mobs will be added as part of this new approach. While Cooper promised more frequent features, it remains to be seen if they will include new creatures, which have always been a central point of excitement for players.
Community Reactions
The Minecraft community’s response has been mixed. On one hand, many fans are relieved that the mob vote—often seen as divisive—has come to an end. Others, however, are cautiously optimistic, waiting to see how this new update structure will unfold. The creator of the 2023 petition praised Mojang’s decision, stating, “Almost a YEAR after we all mobilized to tell Mojang that we wouldn’t take lackluster content strategies anymore, they finally listened!”
That said, it’s too early to know if these changes will fully satisfy the community’s demands. While more frequent updates are promised, there’s still uncertainty over how often players can expect new mobs or major gameplay features. For now, Minecraft fans are awaiting the first of these smaller, more frequent updates to see how the new system plays out.
In any case, the days of the mob vote are officially behind us. Now, we look forward to seeing what Mojang has in store for the future of Minecraft—one update at a time.
