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{{about|the explorable dimensions accessible within the game|the definition of dimensions in data packs|Dimension definition}}
{{about|the explorable dimensions accessible within the game|the definition of dimensions in data packs|Dimension definition|other uses}}
 
[[File:Dimensions.jpg|thumb|width=360x360|The three dimensions in the game (left to right): [[The Nether]], [[Minecraft:The End]], and the [[Minecraft:Overworld]]]]
'''Dimensions''' are parallel worlds within a ''Minecraft'' [[Minecraft:world]] characterized by a way of generation, biomes and structures, and other things unique to one dimension. Each dimension is its own separate 3D space, not affecting other dimensions. Players can explore and discover various dimensions in ''Minecraft'', typically through the use of [[Minecraft:portal]]s. With the addition of [[Minecraft:data pack]]s, players can make [[Minecraft:custom dimension]]s to explore in ''Minecraft''.{{only|java}}
'''Dimensions''' are parallel worlds within a ''Minecraft'' [[Minecraft:world]] characterized by a way of generation, biomes and structures, and other things unique to one dimension. Each dimension is its own separate 3D space, not affecting other dimensions. Players can explore and discover various dimensions in ''Minecraft'', typically through the use of [[Minecraft:portal]]s. Content creators can also make [[Minecraft:custom dimension]]s to explore in ''Minecraft''.


The [[Minecraft:daylight cycle]] and [[Minecraft:weather]] may work differently or not exist in different dimensions, as well as respawn points (such as [[Minecraft:bed]]s and [[Minecraft:respawn anchor]]s).
The [[Minecraft:daylight cycle]] and [[Minecraft:weather]] may work differently or not exist in different dimensions, as well as respawn points (such as [[Minecraft:bed]]s and [[Minecraft:respawn anchor]]s).


== Overworld ==
== Overworld ==
[[File:1.18 terrain.png|alt=|thumb|A small mountain and River biome in the Overworld.]]
{{Main|Overworld}}
{{Main|Overworld}}
[[File:Overworld VV.png|thumb|Different grassland biomes and water bodies in the Overworld]]
The Overworld is the primary dimension in ''Minecraft''. It has a wide variety of unique [[Minecraft:biome]]s to explore, and is easily the most diverse of the dimensions. Players typically spend most of their time in this dimension.
The Overworld is the primary dimension in ''Minecraft''. It has a wide variety of unique [[Minecraft:biome]]s to explore, and is easily the most diverse of the dimensions. Players typically spend most of their time in this dimension.


Unique features of the Overworld include:
Unique features of the Overworld include:


* Sleeping in a bed skips the night and sets spawn point (explodes when used in other dimensions).
* Surface and underground [[Minecraft:biomes]]
* The most biomes of any dimension.
* [[Minecraft:Ocean]]s containing [[Minecraft:water]]
* Surface and underground biomes.
* The most amount of [[Minecraft:ore]]s
* [[Minecraft:Ocean]]s containing [[Minecraft:water]].
* Many naturally [[Minecraft:generated structures]]
* The most amount of [[Minecraft:ore]]s.
* The most types of [[Minecraft:mob]]s
* Many naturally [[Minecraft:generated structures]].
* A [[Minecraft:daylight cycle]]
* The most types of [[Minecraft:mob]]s.
* [[Minecraft:Weather]]
* A [[Minecraft:daylight cycle]].
** Sleeping in a bed skips the night and sets spawn point (explodes when used in other dimensions)
* [[Minecraft:Weather]].
*[[Minecraft:Sky]] features and [[Minecraft:atmospherics]]
* A total [[Minecraft:altitude|vertical height]] of 384 blocks, as opposed to 256 blocks for other dimensions.
* A larger [[Minecraft:altitude|vertical height]] of 384 blocks


== The Nether ==
== The Nether ==
[[File:Nether.png|thumb|The [[Nether wastes]] biome in The Nether.]]
{{Main|The Nether}}
{{Main|The Nether}}
The Nether (known as DIM-1 in the files) is a hot dimension where [[Minecraft:lava]] flows equivalent to water's flow characteristics. It is so hot that [[Minecraft:water]] evaporates and [[Minecraft:wet sponge]]s dry out the instant they are {{control|placed}}. The ground mainly consists of [[Minecraft:netherrack]], but [[Minecraft:soul sand]] covers the surface of [[Minecraft:soul sand valley]]s, and the [[Minecraft:basalt delta]]s consist of [[Minecraft:basalt]] and [[Minecraft:blackstone]]. A player can go to the Nether by entering a [[Minecraft:Nether portal]] in the [[Minecraft:Overworld]]. In most biomes, hostile mobs spawn and attack players, although in the [[Minecraft:warped forest]] only [[Minecraft:endermen]] spawn who don't attack players unless provoked.
[[File:Vibrant Visuals Nether.png|thumb|A [[Crimson Forest|crimson forest]] and [[Minecraft:Warped Forest|warped forest]] seperated by the [[Minecraft:lava sea]] in the Nether]]
The Nether is a hot dimension where [[Minecraft:lava]] flows equivalent to water's flow characteristics. It is so hot that [[Minecraft:water]] evaporates and [[Minecraft:wet sponge]]s dry out the instant they are {{control|placed}}. The ground mainly consists of [[Minecraft:netherrack]], but [[Minecraft:soul sand]] covers the surface of [[Minecraft:soul sand valley]]s, and the [[Minecraft:basalt delta]]s consist of [[Minecraft:basalt]] and [[Minecraft:blackstone]]. A player can go to the Nether by entering a [[Minecraft:Nether portal]] in the [[Minecraft:Overworld]]. In most biomes, hostile mobs spawn and attack players, although in the [[Minecraft:warped forest]] only [[Minecraft:endermen]] spawn who don't attack players unless provoked.


Unique features of the Nether include:
Unique features of the Nether include:


* Using a respawn anchor sets spawn point and consumes a charge should death occur (explodes when used in other dimensions).
* Using a [[Minecraft:Respawn Anchor|respawn anchor]] sets spawn point and consumes a charge should death occur (explodes when used in other dimensions).
* Oceans containing lava.
* Oceans containing lava
* 1 block pockets of lava
* 1 block pockets of lava
* Cave-like terrain.
* Cave-like terrain
* [[Minecraft:Nether quartz ore]], [[Minecraft:Nether gold ore]], and [[Minecraft:ancient debris]].
* [[Minecraft:Nether quartz ore]], [[Minecraft:Nether gold ore]], and [[Minecraft:ancient debris]]
* A ceiling of [[Minecraft:bedrock]].
* A ceiling and floor of [[Minecraft:bedrock]]
* [[Minecraft:Huge fungi]] in the [[Minecraft:crimson forest]]s and [[Minecraft:warped forest]]s.
* [[Minecraft:Huge fungi]] in the [[Minecraft:crimson forest]]s and [[Minecraft:warped forest]]s
* [[Minecraft:Fog]] color shifts for certain biomes.
* [[Minecraft:Fog]] color shifts for certain biomes
* [[Minecraft:Piglin]]s to [[Minecraft:barter]] with.
* [[Minecraft:Piglin]]s to [[Minecraft:barter]] with
* [[Minecraft:Bastion remnant]]s guarded by [[Minecraft:piglin brute]]s.
* [[Minecraft:Bastion remnant]]s guarded by [[Minecraft:piglin brute]]s
* [[Minecraft:Nether fortress]]es guarded by [[Minecraft:wither skeleton]]s and [[Minecraft:blaze]]s.
* [[Minecraft:Nether fortress]]es guarded by [[Minecraft:wither skeleton]]s and [[Minecraft:blaze]]s


== The End ==
== The End ==
[[File:The End.png|thumb|The central island of the End.]]
{{Main|The End}}
{{Main|The End}}
The End (known as DIM1 in the files) is a space-like dimension with floating [[Minecraft:End stone]] islands, accessible with an [[Minecraft:End portal]] in a [[Minecraft:stronghold]]. In its center, there is a large lone island on which the [[Minecraft:ender dragon]] fight takes place; the outer islands are about a thousand blocks of void away from it. The End is a barren environment, but it is the place where some of the most unique and useful items in the game can be obtained, such as the [[Minecraft:elytra]] or [[Minecraft:shulker box]]es.
[[File:The End Vibrant Visuals.png|thumb|The central island in the End]]
The End is a space-like dimension with floating [[Minecraft:End stone]] islands, accessible with an [[Minecraft:End portal]] in a [[Minecraft:stronghold]]. In its center, there is a large lone island on which the [[Minecraft:ender dragon]] fight takes place; the outer islands are about a thousand blocks of void away from it. The End is a barren environment, but it is the place where some of the most unique and useful items in the game can be obtained, such as the [[Minecraft:elytra]] or [[Minecraft:shulker box]]es.


Unique features of the End include:
Unique features of the End include:


* Almost no bedrock.
* Floating islands with access to the [[Minecraft:void]]
* Direct access to the [[Minecraft:void]].
* [[Minecraft:End crystal]]s igniting the block upon which they're placed on fire
* Fire burning indefinitely on [[Minecraft:bedrock]].
* [[Minecraft:End flash]]es and a black pixel [[Minecraft:End sky|sky]]
* [[Minecraft:End crystal]]s igniting the block they're placed on fire.
* [[Minecraft:End cities]] guarded by [[Minecraft:shulker]]s
* Floating islands of [[Minecraft:End stone]].
* [[Minecraft:End gateway]]s to access the outer islands
* No ores.
* One of the main [[Minecraft:boss]]es in the game, the [[Minecraft:ender dragon]]
* [[Minecraft:End flash]]es.
* [[Minecraft:End cities]] guarded by [[Minecraft:shulker]]s.
* [[Minecraft:End gateway]]s to access the outer islands.
* One of the main [[Minecraft:boss]]es in the game, the [[Minecraft:ender dragon]].


== Custom dimensions ==
== Custom dimensions ==
[[File:Custom dimension custom plains biome.png|thumb|An example of a custom dimension with modified colors and [[calcite]] instead of stone.]]
[[File:Custom dimension custom plains biome.png|thumb|An example of a custom dimension with modified colors and [[calcite]] instead of stone]]
{{Exclusive|java|section=1}}
{{Main|Custom dimension}}
{{Main|Custom dimension}}
Using [[Minecraft:data pack]]s, it is possible to create custom dimensions and [[Minecraft:dimension type]]s that have different [[Minecraft:biome]]s, world generation and properties from the regular dimensions.
Using [[Minecraft:data pack]]s, it is possible to create custom dimensions and [[Minecraft:dimension type]]s that have different [[Minecraft:biome]]s, world generation and properties from the regular dimensions.{{only|java}}
 
Using [[Minecraft:add-ons]], it is possible to create custom dimensions however, currently it is only possible to control [[Minecraft:Script|scripts]] and there is no world generation. Each custom dimension is similar to an Overworld [[Minecraft:void world]] generation, with same height limit.
{{-}}
{{-}}


== Unimplemented dimensions ==
== Unimplemented dimensions ==
[[File:Sky Dimension 1.jpg|thumb|A view of the unimplemented Sky Dimension.]]
[[File:Sky Dimension 1.jpg|thumb|A view of the unimplemented Sky Dimension]]
=== Sky Dimension ===
=== Sky Dimension ===
{{Main|Sky Dimension}}
{{Main|Sky Dimension}}
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In a Twitch livestream, the developers briefly mentioned the idea of a "dream dimension" that would be exclusive to [[Minecraft:Pocket Edition]].<ref>{{twl|19541608|Minecraft: Pocket Edition & Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition Q&A|Minecraft|October 7, 2015}}</ref>
In a Twitch livestream, the developers briefly mentioned the idea of a "dream dimension" that would be exclusive to [[Minecraft:Pocket Edition]].<ref>{{twl|19541608|Minecraft: Pocket Edition & Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition Q&A|Minecraft|October 7, 2015}}</ref>


== Joke dimensions ==
== History ==
{{Expand section}}
{{Expand section}}
In multiple [[Minecraft:April Fools update]]s, new joke dimensions have been added for those updates only.
=== Infinite dimensions ===
[[File:ShapesBuffet.png|thumb|One of the joke dimensions found in 20w14∞.]]
{{Main|20w14∞}}
In the joke snapshot 20w14∞, about 2.1 billion (2^31) dimensions were added. These only existed in 20w14∞ and these changes were not kept in later snapshots. There were also several easter egg dimensions, each having their own unique feature, including the ant dimension, the sponge dimension, the library dimension, the bridges dimension, the isolation dimension, the slime dimension, and the skygrid dimension. The other dimensions were completely random.
{{-}}
=== The Moon ===
[[File:Moon 1.png|thumb|A [[lunar base]] in the moon dimension.]]
{{Main|The Moon}}
In [[Minecraft:23w13a or b]], there is a dimension called [[Minecraft:the Moon]]. The Moon dimension is primarily made of [[Minecraft:cheese]] and features a mob called the [[Minecraft:moon cow]]. The Moon also features [[Minecraft:lunar base]]s which expand into a tree-like structure when activated.
{{-}}
=== Potato Dimension ===
[[File:Arboretum.png|thumb|The [[arboretum]] biome in the Potato dimension.]]
{{Main|Poisonous Potato Dimension}}
In [[Minecraft:24w14potato]], the Potato dimension was added. It is similar to the unused Sky dimension, and features many potato-themed mobs, blocks, structures, and a [[Minecraft:Mega Spud|boss]].
{{-}}
== History ==
{{WIP|section=1}}


=== ''Java Edition'' ===
=== ''Java Edition'' ===
{{HistoryTable
{{HistoryTable
|{{HistoryLine|java pre-classic}}
|{{HistoryLine|java pre-classic}}
|{{HistoryLine||Cave game tech test|link=Cave game tech test|Added the Overworld.}}
|{{HistoryLine||Cave game tech test|Added the Overworld.}}
|{{HistoryLine|java indev}}
|{{HistoryLine|java indev}}
|{{HistoryLine||20100212-1210|Added the daylight cycle to the Overworld.}}
|{{HistoryLine||20100212-1210|Added the daylight cycle to the Overworld.}}
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{{HistoryTable
{{HistoryTable
|{{HistoryLine|pocket alpha}}
|{{HistoryLine|pocket alpha}}
|{{HistoryLine||Pre-release|Added the Overworld.}}
|{{HistoryLine||Demo|Added the Overworld.}}
|{{HistoryLine||dev=build 1|v0.12.1|Added the Nether.}}
|{{HistoryLine||dev=build 1|v0.12.1|Added the Nether.}}
|{{HistoryLine|pocket}}
|{{HistoryLine|pocket}}
|{{HistoryLine||dev=alpha 0.17.0.1|1.0.0|Added the End.}}
|{{HistoryLine||dev=alpha 0.17.0.1|1.0.0|Added the End.}}
|{{HistoryLine|bedrock}}
|{{HistoryLine||26.20|dev=Preview 26.20.26|exp=Beta APIs|Custom dimensions can now be created through a new scripting registry. Currently, the build limits for registered dimensions is -512 to 512.}}
|{{HistoryLine||26.30|dev=Preview 26.30.27|exp=Beta APIs|Custom dimensions no longer have a height of -512 to 512, but rather the standard height of the Overworld, being from -64 to 320.}}
|{{HistoryLine||26.30|dev=Preview 26.30.29|Custom dimensions through scripting have moved to stable.}}
}}
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=== April Fools dimensions ===
== Issues ==
{{HistoryTable
|{{HistoryLine|java}}
|{{HistoryLine||20w14∞|Added infinite dimensions.}}
|{{HistoryLine||23w13a or b|Added [[Minecraft:the Moon]].}}
|{{HistoryLine||24w14potato|Added the [[Minecraft:Poisonous Potato Dimension]].}}
}}
 
==Issues==
{{Issue list}}
{{Issue list}}


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[[Minecraft:ja:ディメンション]]
[[Minecraft:ja:ディメンション]]
[[Minecraft:ko:차원]]
[[Minecraft:pt:Dimensão]]
[[Minecraft:lzh:維]]
[[Minecraft:nl:Dimensies]]
[[Minecraft:pt:Dimensões]]
[[Minecraft:ru:Измерения]]
[[Minecraft:th:มิติ (แก้ความกำกวม)]]
[[Minecraft:uk:Вимір]]
[[Minecraft:uk:Вимір]]
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[[Minecraft:zh:维度]]

Latest revision as of 11:07, 31 August 2026

For the {{{Description}}} of the same name, see [[{{{Destination}}}]].

File:Dimensions.jpg
The three dimensions in the game (left to right): The Nether, Minecraft:The End, and the Minecraft:Overworld

Dimensions are parallel worlds within a Minecraft Minecraft:world characterized by a way of generation, biomes and structures, and other things unique to one dimension. Each dimension is its own separate 3D space, not affecting other dimensions. Players can explore and discover various dimensions in Minecraft, typically through the use of Minecraft:portals. Content creators can also make Minecraft:custom dimensions to explore in Minecraft.

The Minecraft:daylight cycle and Minecraft:weather may work differently or not exist in different dimensions, as well as respawn points (such as Minecraft:beds and Minecraft:respawn anchors).

Overworld

Template:Main

File:Overworld VV.png
Different grassland biomes and water bodies in the Overworld

The Overworld is the primary dimension in Minecraft. It has a wide variety of unique Minecraft:biomes to explore, and is easily the most diverse of the dimensions. Players typically spend most of their time in this dimension.

Unique features of the Overworld include:

The Nether

Template:Main

File:Vibrant Visuals Nether.png
A crimson forest and warped forest seperated by the Minecraft:lava sea in the Nether

The Nether is a hot dimension where Minecraft:lava flows equivalent to water's flow characteristics. It is so hot that Minecraft:water evaporates and Minecraft:wet sponges dry out the instant they are Template:Control. The ground mainly consists of Minecraft:netherrack, but Minecraft:soul sand covers the surface of Minecraft:soul sand valleys, and the Minecraft:basalt deltas consist of Minecraft:basalt and Minecraft:blackstone. A player can go to the Nether by entering a Minecraft:Nether portal in the Minecraft:Overworld. In most biomes, hostile mobs spawn and attack players, although in the Minecraft:warped forest only Minecraft:endermen spawn who don't attack players unless provoked.

Unique features of the Nether include:

The End

Template:Main

File:The End Vibrant Visuals.png
The central island in the End

The End is a space-like dimension with floating Minecraft:End stone islands, accessible with an Minecraft:End portal in a Minecraft:stronghold. In its center, there is a large lone island on which the Minecraft:ender dragon fight takes place; the outer islands are about a thousand blocks of void away from it. The End is a barren environment, but it is the place where some of the most unique and useful items in the game can be obtained, such as the Minecraft:elytra or Minecraft:shulker boxes.

Unique features of the End include:

Custom dimensions

File:Custom dimension custom plains biome.png
An example of a custom dimension with modified colors and calcite instead of stone

Template:Main Using Minecraft:data packs, it is possible to create custom dimensions and Minecraft:dimension types that have different Minecraft:biomes, world generation and properties from the regular dimensions.Template:Only

Using Minecraft:add-ons, it is possible to create custom dimensions however, currently it is only possible to control scripts and there is no world generation. Each custom dimension is similar to an Overworld Minecraft:void world generation, with same height limit.

Unimplemented dimensions

File:Sky Dimension 1.jpg
A view of the unimplemented Sky Dimension

Sky Dimension

Template:Main The sky dimension was a scrapped dimension that would have contained floating land masses and was planned to be added in the Minecraft:Adventure Update. Eventually, the code for the sky dimension was repurposed for Minecraft:The End instead.<ref>Template:Tweet</ref>

Dream Dimension

Template:Main In a Twitch livestream, the developers briefly mentioned the idea of a "dream dimension" that would be exclusive to Minecraft:Pocket Edition.<ref>Template:Twl</ref>

History

Template:Expand section

Java Edition

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Bedrock Edition

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Legacy Console Edition

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New Nintendo 3DS Edition

Template:HistoryTable

Issues

Template:Issue list

References

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Navigation

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