Minecraft with RTX Launches for Windows Q0 this Very Day

In January, Minecraft developer Mojang and gaming tech company Nvidia announced that the game's sandbox was getting a new feature that would allow for a major overhaul in visuals. All about minecraft servers and minecraft in general Called Minecraft with RTX, the shiny new option got a beta launch back in April, however, its full launch has landed - Minecraft with RTX launches on Windows 10 this very day.

"We're looking forward to launching Ray Tracing in Minecraft for Windows 10, powered by NVIDIA and Minecraft's Render Dragon technology!" Mojang announces on the website for the building game. "Players will have the chance to enjoy Minecraft in a completely new way (sorry), with brighter blocks and emissive pixel. Water reflections cast shadows, rich global illumination, and precisely cast shadows. Why do I have to explain it using fancy words when you can just watch an online video with beautiful images?"

The studio has released a brand new footage reel that shows off the block builder and its stunning new ray traced graphics. It's available below. It includes handy before and after shots of various RTX-enabled worlds, the clip shows the ability of the feature to alter the entire look of the game's visuals.

Mojang says that for the new feature to be working in your game on Windows 10, you'll need to have a GPU capable of ray tracing, for example a "GeForce RTX 2060 or higher". The developer explains that Minecraft with RTX will automatically enhance all Minecraft games by using a special rendering texture pack. This is a combination of effects of ray tracing to improve the user experience.

If you're looking to locate some Minecraft Ray traced worlds You can visit that link, or head to the Minecraft marketplace to grab some for your game. The update also includes two new free worlds: Colosseum RTX which is now available as well as Dungeon Dash RTX which will be "coming shortly".

If you're keen to try make some ray traced worlds yourself, head to Nvidia's website here to find a starter pack and guide which designed to assist you in starting. All about minecraft servers and minecraft in general You can also go through the FAQs and learn more about the update.