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DUNGEONS2BUILD Minecraft Dungeons II · released
Out now on PC, Xbox, PlayStation 5 & Switch
- Windows
- Xbox Series X|S
- PlayStation 5
- Nintendo Switch
- Nintendo Switch 2
The Game
Official description
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A new threat stirs, ready to descend upon the land and its inhabitants to cause unspeakable mayhem. Become a hero and take on foes unlike anything you’ve faced before, journey through long-forgotten locations, and clash with the forces of evil once more.
— Official store listing
Platforms & editions
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- Windows
- Xbox Series X|S
- PlayStation 5
- Nintendo Switch
- Nintendo Switch 2
- Standard Edition
- The base game. $29.99 on the US Xbox Store.
- Deluxe Edition
- The base game plus two DLCs, four hero skins, the Soul Cape and the Blub pet. $49.99 on the US Xbox Store.
Specifications
- Developers
- Mojang Studios, Double Eleven
- Publisher
- Xbox Game Studios
- Engine
- Unreal Engine
- Genre
- Action RPG dungeon crawler
- Players
- Single-player and up to four-player co-op
- Global release
- September 29, 2026
- Announced
- Minecraft Live, March 21, 2026
- Gameplay reveal
- Xbox Games Showcase, June 7, 2026
What's New
New since Minecraft Dungeons (2020).
Built on Unreal Engine
A new engine and a new art style compared with the 2020 original.
A jump ability
Heroes can jump for the first time, and every weapon gets its own jump attack.
Four-piece armor
Armor is split into four individual slots instead of one, so you pick each piece.
Talismans
A new gear type that grants passive effects on top of your weapons and armor.
Reworked inventory
An improved inventory menu plus quality-of-life fixes throughout.
A new threat
An all-new story tied to Minecraft’s Deep Dark and Ancient Cities.
The Biomes
Heroes cross rifts into The Sift, a new dimension. 5 biomes revealed so far.
The Bosses
Two of the headline fights, plus four more you will meet. Their attacks, tells and how to survive them are in the boss guide.
The Twisted Warden
The Copper Monstrosity
Sculk Monstrosity
A golem-like Sift boss with a three-hit punch combo, an explosive projectile barrage and a long dash. It summons minions.
Harmonizer
A Sift boss that screeches and turns soul-corrupted mid-fight. You fight it alongside Sculk Slashers.
Prime Enchanter
One of the three Illager High Council members behind the story.
Monstrous Opus
The true final boss, deep in the Deep Dark. Expect ground slams that crack the floor with lava, expanding rings, a charge with a fire line and horn attacks.
Select Edition
Both editions are on sale now, and the base game is on Game Pass. Not sure which to get? The Edition Picker decides in four questions.
Standard Edition
The base game. $29.99 on the US Xbox Store.
Deluxe Edition
The base game plus two DLCs, four hero skins, the Soul Cape and the Blub pet. $49.99 on the US Xbox Store.
Pre-order bonus (closed Sep 28)
Steve and Alex hero skins
The Twisted Chicken pet
The Twisted Cape
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Minecraft Dungeons 2 Beginner's Guide: How to Play (Start Here)
Start with an online hero, finish the Squid Coast tutorial, reach Brave Haven, then unlock the merchant, Enchantsmith and Blacksmith in that order. Fight at range, jump for safety, keep every gear slot filled and pick Normal unless you want a gentler start.
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Best Armor Sets in Minecraft Dungeons 2: Every Set by Role
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Best Loot Gear in Minecraft Dungeons 2: Raider, Looter, Luck, Prospector
Four effects boost loot: Raider, Looter, Luck and Prospector. Add the Lucky Clover and Looter's Charm talismans, and run loot gear only when your damage build is already safe.
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Minecraft Dungeons 2 FAQ
Will there be a Minecraft Dungeons 2?
Yes. Minecraft Dungeons II, the sequel to Minecraft Dungeons from Mojang Studios and Double Eleven, is out now. It released on September 29, 2026.
When does Minecraft Dungeons 2 come out?
It is already out. Minecraft Dungeons 2 released on September 29, 2026, on every platform on the same day.
What platforms is Minecraft Dungeons 2 on?
It is available now on Windows, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Is Minecraft Dungeons 2 multiplayer or 2 player?
Yes. Minecraft Dungeons 2 supports co-op for up to four players, online or locally in couch co-op, and can also be played solo.
Is Minecraft Dungeons 2 cross platform?
Yes. Online co-op supports cross-play between platforms. Cross-progression has not been announced.
Do I need to play the first Minecraft Dungeons before 2?
No. Minecraft Dungeons 2 is a direct sequel with an all-new story, but it stands on its own.
What is new in Minecraft Dungeons 2?
A new Unreal Engine and art style, a jump ability, four-piece armor, talismans with passive effects, a reworked inventory, and a new story tied to the Deep Dark, with rifts leading to a new dimension, the Sift.
What editions of Minecraft Dungeons 2 are there?
A Standard Edition and a Deluxe Edition that adds two DLCs, four hero skins, the Soul Cape and the Blub pet. The pre-order bonus (Steve and Alex skins, the Twisted Chicken pet and the Twisted Cape) ended on September 28, 2026.
How much does Minecraft Dungeons 2 cost?
On the US Xbox Store the Standard Edition is $29.99 and the Deluxe Edition is $49.99. Prices vary by region and store.
Will Minecraft Dungeons 2 be on Game Pass?
Yes. It is on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass from day one, and supports Xbox Play Anywhere: buy once, play on Xbox and PC.
What are the Minecraft Dungeons 2 PC requirements?
Minimum: Windows 10 64-bit, an Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 2200G, 8 GB of RAM, and a GeForce GTX 1050 or Radeon RX 560 with 2 GB of VRAM (DirectX 11).
What is the Minecraft Dungeons 2 pre-order bonus?
The pre-order window closed on September 28, 2026. Pre-orders of either edition got the Steve and Alex hero skins, the Twisted Cape and the Twisted Chicken pet.
What time did Minecraft Dungeons 2 unlock?
It unlocked at 08:00 UTC on September 29, 2026, which is 1 AM PT, 4 AM ET, 9 AM BST, 10 AM CEST and 6 PM AEST. PlayStation Store release data lists that time; no written announcement states it.
What are the Minecraft Dungeons 2 review scores?
On launch day the review aggregators showed a critic average of 85 on one and 75 on another. Steam user reviews were Mixed at 49% positive from 1,227 reviews, and that number moves quickly.
Does Minecraft Dungeons 2 have cross-progression?
Not announced. Online co-op works across platforms, but no official page says a character or save can move between platforms.
What is the Minecraft Dungeons 2 Deluxe Upgrade?
It is a separate add-on that brings a Standard Edition up to Deluxe content. It listed at 19.99 EUR on Steam and 20.00 GBP on PlayStation at launch.
How do I get the Minecraft Dungeons 2 Hero Cape?
Play the original Minecraft Dungeons (Game Pass and Steam count), then log into Dungeons II on the same Microsoft account before December 31, 2026. Joining a friend’s co-op session is enough, and you do not need to own the sequel.
How big is Minecraft Dungeons 2 on Switch?
Nintendo lists about 6.8 GB on Switch and 6 GB on Switch 2.
Is Minecraft Dungeons 2 open world?
Not in the traditional sense. Mojang is purposefully not calling it an open world: it is one interconnected world you can walk across, larger than the first game, with jumping and hidden secrets.
Sources: official game page, gameplay systems article, Xbox Wire and the Xbox Store. Checked .
Tools
Four free tools are live: plan a loadout in Build Lab, check the launch week tier list, search the gear database or pick an edition.
