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Time of India
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Top 5 most difficult farms to build in Minecraft for survival players
Image via Mojang In the evolving world of Minecraft, players try to make their survival experience more efficient and rewarding. One of the most effective ways is by constructing an automated farm. While some players are simple and some players demand extreme efforts and in-depth knowledge about the game, and the main thing is high XP points, players who enjoy challenges find these complex automated farms offer not only essential products but also a true test of expertise. This article involves the top five most difficult farms to build in Minecraft for survival players, spotlighting the reasons behind these complicated builds and the advantages they offer after completion. Most Challenging Minecraft farms for survival mode builders Top 5 Most DIFFICULT Farms to build in Minecraft! Building advanced farms in survival mode is much harder than expected. The process involves a hostile environment, limited supplies, creepy mobs, and redstone mechanisms. Here are the five farms that top the list in terms of difficulty and payoff: 1. Wither Skeleton farm Location: Inside a Nether fortress Why is it tough? Requires clearing and spawn-proofing a massive area to increase the chance of spawning. Building platforms in a dangerous nether area where lava and mobs are a continuous menace. The sorting systems for skulls and drop rate are a bit low. Benefits: Steady supply of Wither Skeleton skulls, which are used to summon the powerful Wither boss. 2. Guardian farm Location: Ocean Monument Why it's tough: The monument must be drained, where more than hundreds of sponges are used, and it is time-consuming. The Guardian mobs are aggressive and can laser attack us at any time. Requires resources like sponges and conduits. Benefits: Efficient source of prismarine, fish, and XP. 3. Enderman XP farm Location: In The End Why it's tough: As it is built over the void, making every step dangerous. Requires precise use of the endermen mechanism to upgrade efficiently. First, players must defeat the Ender Dragon to access the area safely. Benefits: One of the best farms to gain XP quickly. 4. Slime farm Location: Deep underground slime chunks Why it's tough: Locating slime chunks without any tools is a time-consuming process. Large-scale mining and lighting are required to improve spawn rates. Difficult to optimize without proper tools or mods. Benefits: Provides slimeballs, which are essential for sticky pistons and leads. 5. Raid farm Location: Near a pillager outpost and village Challenges: Involves complex redstone and villager mechanics, which should be managed carefully. Risky due to the raids bringing powerful enemies, including Evokers and Ravagers. Villagers must be kept alive until the raid ends. Benefits: Tons of emeralds, enchanted books, and totems of undying. Constructing high-efficiency farms in Minecraft's survival mode is a bit tricky, which tests players' skills, patience, and strategies. The five farms listed above represent the complexity in the game; mastering these types of builds can enhance your gameplay, offering valuable resources and unlimited XP. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
A Minecraft Movie sequel updates and what can make it better
(Image Via Mojang Studios) After the huge success of A Minecraft Movie, the fans are already buzzing about the potential sequel. The film, irrespective of the mixed reviews, crushed the box office and was able to earn over $700 million worldwide. With more to come being teased by Warner Bros. , the question isn't if we will be getting a sequel. It is about how it can be even better. From the deep game backstory to some fresh adventures, here is what Minecraft Movie 2 can level up to make it even better. A Minecraft Movie 2 updates so far Warner Bros. executive Jesse Ehrman recently gave some strong hints about A Minecraft Movie 2 being in its early talks. As per him, it would be 'foolish' not to make another film after the success of the first one. Director Jared Hess even expressed his excitement, hinting at the unexplored mods, biomes, and characters. Additionally, the post-credit scenes teasing Alex, the iconic counterpart of Steve , set her up as the key player in the sequel. With the 1st film focused on the Nether and Piglins, the sequel can dive into the End Dimension. It can introduce Ender Dragon as the ultimate villain. The expanded abilities of Endermen in the movie, like the mind-warping visions, hint at their bigger role in the sequel. Also, if the sequel follows the progression of the game, we can see Alex and Steve teaming up for an epic battle against the most infamous box of Minecraft. Ways in which A Minecraft Movie Sequel can be improved A Minecraft Movie 2 (2026) | Warner Bros | 5 Pitches for the Sequel Minecraft Movie 2 can explore the End dimension. With the Nether as a highlight, the floating islands and the eerie atmosphere of the End would make for a much more stunning cinematic setting. Even to fight Ender Dragon could be the grand finale of the film. The sequel can introduce some more mobs and bosses. It can have the Warden, Phantom, and Wither, the terrifying creatures of the game, to raise the stakes. In a manner, the Wither boss battle will be a perfect chaos. The role of Alex, too, can be expanded in the movie. She is, after all, a fan-favorite character, and to give her a dynamic with Steve while expanding her backstory will add depth to the movie. While all continues, different biomes like icy tundras, deserts, and jungles can be introduced to make the Minecraft Movie 2 world feel fresh and vast. Each of these biomes can be introduced with unique mobs, challenges, and visuals. Even for some deeper game references, the sequel can capture the feel of playing the Minecraft game. A Minecraft Movie had some fun nods, but now the thrill can be taken to finding diamonds or even surviving through the character's first night. With proper direction, A Minecraft Movie 2 could be bolder, bigger, and even much more faithful towards the game. As the pieces get in place and the fan theories and predictions continue, Warner Bros. can work on crafting something unforgettable. Get the latest IPL 2025 updates on Times of India , including match schedules , team squads , points table and IPL live score for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Don't miss the list of players in the race for IPL Orange Cap and IPL Purple cap .
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Raleigh County announces unveiling of Bill Withers Statue in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – The city of Beckley is proud to announce a ceremony to honor a famous West Virginia songwriter. The city announced they will hold an unveiling of the Bill Withers Statue at the Beckley Intermodal Gateway on Friday, March 28, 2025. They also announced they will unveil the 'Bill Withers Plaza' at the ceremony. Bill Withers was born in Slab Fork but raised in the Beckley area. Officials tell 59News several speakers and musicians will be in attendance including Wither's wife, Marcia. WVU Princeton Community Hospital announces re-accreditation from the DNV Beckley-Stratton Middle School students and staff will also conduct a live performance of Wither's famous song 'Lean On Me.' Director of Beckley Events, Jill Moorefield said she is proud to unveil the statue after several years of development. 'It will be a sense of pride. It will be like another attraction down here. People can come and get their pictures taken and kids can play the musical equipment. They can realize that 'hey, you can be from this area and you can do big things.'' Director of Beckley Events Jill Moorefield The ceremony will be from noon to 1 p.m. to honor the life and legacy of one of West Virginia's own. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
