Minecraft’s Mounts of Mayhem update is now available on the Nintendo Switch, introducing a variety of new mounts, weapons, and armor for players to explore. The update expands combat and exploration options across multiple biomes, offering fresh ways to engage with both familiar and new enemies.
Introducing the Spear
A significant addition in this update is the spear, a versatile weapon suitable for both mounted and close-quarters combat. The spear offers two attack types: a jab that pushes enemies back and a charge attack that deals more damage based on player movement speed.
This makes it especially effective when mounted. The weapon also supports the Lunge enchantment, which provides a burst of speed when using the jab attack, allowing players to close the distance on enemies. Enchanting the spear consumes hunger points, and higher enchantment levels require more resources to use.
New Mounts Expand Exploration
Mounts are a central feature of this update. Players can now tame underwater creatures such as the nautilus and zombie nautilus, which increase swimming speed and allow longer periods underwater through the Breath of the Nautilus effect. Rare variants of the zombie nautilus are available in warmer waters, offering additional incentives for exploration.
Desert biomes introduce the camel husk, which can carry two riders and does not burn in sunlight. These mounts require combat skill to tame due to their hostile riders. Additionally, zombie horses spawn at night with spear-wielding zombie riders, allowing players to tame the undead once the rider is removed.
Upgrades for Horses
The update also includes Netherite horse armor, the highest tier of armor available for horses. This armor is immune to fire damage and can be crafted by combining diamond horse armor with a Netherite ingot and an upgrade template at a smithing table. Horses equipped with Netherite armor can swim across bodies of water, although their speed in water is slower than on land, removing the need to transport them by boat.
Hostile Riders Introduce New Combat Challenges
While the mounts themselves can be tamed, their riders are generally hostile. Trident-wielding drowned ride zombie nautiluses, while spear-wielding zombies ride zombie horses. Camel husks may carry both a husk rider and a new enemy called a parched, which attacks with a bow and does not burn during the day. These mechanics add new layers of challenge and strategy for players looking to tame these mobs.
The Mounts of Mayhem update is available now on Nintendo Switch for $29.99, offering new ways to explore the Overworld, deserts, oceans, and Nether with enhanced mounts, weapons, and armor.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Mounts of Mayhem update in Minecraft?
The Mounts of Mayhem update adds new mounts, weapons, and armor to Minecraft on Nintendo Switch, expanding combat and exploration options.
What new weapon does the update add?
The update introduces the spear, which can be used for mounted or hand-to-hand combat and supports the Lunge enchantment for bursts of speed.
Which new mounts are available in the update?
New mounts include the nautilus, zombie nautilus, camel husk, and zombie horse, each with unique abilities and taming requirements.
What is Netherite horse armor?
Netherite horse armor is the highest tier of horse armor, immune to fire damage, and allows horses to swim across water. It is crafted using diamond horse armor and a Netherite ingot.
Are there any new hostile enemies with the mounts?
Yes. Many of the new mounts have hostile riders, including spear-wielding zombies, trident-wielding drowned, and the parched on camel husks.
