Minecraft Vanilla Adds Gravity Stick Feature with Command Blocks
Gravity Stick lets players control objects in Minecraft using vanilla command blocks, enhancing gameplay without mods.
The Gravity Stick brings the Half-Life gravity gun experience to Minecraft's vanilla version using command blocks. This new feature allows players to manipulate mobs and items without mods, enhancing interaction while retaining the classic feel.
Key facts
- The Gravity Stick is created using Minecraft's vanilla command blocks.
- Players use a command block set to Repeating, Unconditional, Always Active.
- The feature uses the command: /execute as @a[nbt={SelectedItem:{id:"minecraft:stick"}}] at @s positioned ^ ^1 ^10 run tp @e[type=!player, type=!minecraft:item, distance=..15] ~ ~ ~.
- Creator 'Aero' includes this in a series of vanilla command block tricks.
- Gravity Stick enhances player interaction without requiring third-party mods.
Impact / What’s next
This new feature reshapes gameplay by allowing vanilla players to execute complex interactions typically reserved for modded environments. Notably, it widens the vanilla experience by offering creative command block applications, such as TNT trails and item-wearing mobs, featured in Aero's video.