Minecraft 1.21.8 Release Candidate 1: Bug Fixes for Intel & AMD Graphics

Minecraft: Java Edition has rolled out the Minecraft 1.21.8 Release Candidate 1, focusing on critical graphical fixes. This version brings much-needed relief to players using Intel integrated graphics and AMD GPUs who have been facing visual corruption and freezing issues.

What’s New in Minecraft 1.21.8 RC1?

This cold-weather “hotfix” tackles visual glitches and crashes, mainly on Intel graphics cards and AMD setups. Mojang encourages players to report any persistent bugs on their official bug tracker.

Fixed Bugs in Minecraft 1.21.8 RC1

Here are the major fixes:

• MC-295947 – Screen freeze on Intel integrated graphics
• MC-296107 – Visual corruption in entities and blocks
• MC-296908 – Texture atlas distortion
• MC-297784 – Incorrect entity shading on Intel Gen11
• MC-298903 – Solid color inventory items and colored text bugs
• MC-298908 – Wrong lighting direction for inventory items
• MC-299144 – AMD crash when loading shaders in resource packs

How to Install Minecraft 1.21.8 RC1

1. Open the Minecraft Launcher
2. Click the Installations tab
3. Enable “Snapshots”
4. Select Minecraft 1.21.8 Release Candidate 1 and install

Note: Always back up your world or install in a separate folder to avoid corruption.

Download Cross-platform Minecraft Server Jar

Share Feedback or Report Bugs

• Minecraft Bug Tracker
• Minecraft Feedback Site
• Join Minecraft Discord

Final Thoughts

This release doesn’t introduce new features, but it significantly improves game stability and performance—especially for users facing long-standing GPU issues. Install the update and get back to your world—glitch-free!

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