If you are wondering what happened to Minecraft 1.22, the answer is simple: it does not exist. Mojang replaced the old numbering system in 2026.
The New System
Starting in 2026, Minecraft uses year-based version numbers. All 2026 versions start with 26:
- 26.0 (February 2026): First game drop of the year
- 26.2 Chaos Cubed (June 2026): Second major drop
- 26.3 (September 2026): Third drop, expected soon
Why the Change?
Mojang wanted to align Java and Bedrock edition version numbers. Previously, Java used 1.x and Bedrock used a separate scheme. Now both use the same year-based system.
What Server Owners Need to Know
- Update your Minecraft server through the game panel as usual
- Paper, Purpur and other server software follow the same version numbers
- Plugins may need updates between major drops
- Always back up before updating
