Minecraft puts its Java multiplayer test on hold: "The experience wasn't what we wanted"

The new Minecraft Java Edition 26.2 pre-release build removes peer-to-peer multiplayer connections, but the friends list will ...
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Minecraft pulls multiplayer from Java Edition for Chaos Cubed update

Mojang is scaling back expectations for its next major Minecraft update. The studio recently confirmed a significant feature ...

Minecraft Removes Peer-to-Peer Multiplayer Support in First 26.2 Pre-Release Build

Learn how Minecraft 26.2 Pre-Release 1 removes peer-to-peer multiplayer support while keeping the friends list and focuses on ...
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52 Games Have Already Been Shut Down in 2026

It's always sad when players can no longer access a game after server support ends, and 2026 has unfortunately seen a high number of game shutdowns.
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Unsanctioned GTA Online modding platform Rage:MP is shutting down thanks to a cease and desist from Take-Two

As it currently stands, it's a bit unclear how Rockstar are planning to approach multiplayer with GTA 6. It seems that GTA Online will continue to run even after the impending sequel launches, but ...