Minecraft Java Beta Introduces Buggy Netherite Horse Armor
Minecraft Java Edition's latest beta brings Netherite Horse Armor, but a bug prevents its expected lava-proof feature.
Minecraft's latest Java Edition beta introduces Netherite Horse Armor, intended to be lava-proof, but reports show a functionality error. In Java Edition, the armor is destroyed by lava despite its intended feature.
Key facts
- Minecraft Java Edition beta released Netherite Horse Armor on 2025-11-09.
- Expected to be lava-proof, Netherite Horse Armor fails in lava on Java Edition.
- Reddit user '_cetera_' demonstrated the bug in a video clip.
- Tests indicate this issue is specific to Minecraft Java; Bedrock remains unaffected.
- Mojang acknowledged the bug with a pending fix after a report.
Impact / What’s next
Despite intentions for durability, Java players noted the armor doesn't match other Netherite items when in lava. Crafting involves Diamond Horse Armor, a Netherite Ingot, and a Netherite upgrade smithing template. Mojang is expected to release a patch addressing the inconsistency, restoring anticipated features for Minecraft fans.