Summary
Minecraft snapshots are experimental game versions, offering a glimpse into upcoming features and changes before their official release. Primarily available for the Java Edition, these snapshots are identified by a naming convention that includes the year, week, and release order (e.g., 23w04a for the fourth snapshot in week 4 of 2023 for version 1.20). Snapshots are designed for players eager to test new features and provide valuable feedback to Mojang, Minecraft's developer.
| Note | Snapshots can be unstable and may cause world corruption, lag, or server faults. A new world is highly recommended when using Snapshots. |
How to Install Minecraft Snapshots on a Minecraft Server
1. Log in to the Bisecthosting Games panel.
2. Stop the server.![]()
3. Under the Minecraft Tools tab, choose Minecraft Jar.
4. Select Vanilla Minecraft on the left.
5. Click Install on the desired snapshot version.
6. Press the Install button.![]()
7. Choose what to do with the existing server files and click Next.
8. Start the server. ![]()
