Copper Golems & Tools Arrive in Minecraft’s Latest Snapshot

Minecraft has officially launched part of its third major feature update, introducing copper tools and the long-awaited copper golem. These additions mark the beginning of what Mojang is calling “Game Drop 3.”

According to the announcement on X, this is just the start of what’s coming. Here's a quick breakdown of what's been added and what players can expect.

What’s New

Copper Tools
Players now have access to a new mid-tier set of tools made from copper. These sit between stone and iron in terms of effectiveness, giving players an additional progression option early in the game. While not as strong as iron, copper tools bring a fresh look and a bit more flexibility to early survival gameplay.

Copper Golem
The copper golem was first teased during a Minecraft mob vote, and now it’s officially part of the game. These golems can interact with their environment—particularly buttons and other redstone components—making them a fun and functional addition for players interested in automation or unique builds.

Why It Matters

This update isn’t just about new gear; it finally gives copper a real purpose in your worlds. Up until now, copper was one of those resources you ended up with stacks of but rarely used for anything outside of decorative blocks or lightning rods. I know from personal experience how frustrating it is to mine tons of it, only to leave it sitting in a chest collecting dust. With the addition of copper tools and copper golems, that’s starting to change. Minecraft is giving players more reasons to collect and use copper, while also hinting at deeper gameplay changes in the future.

Final Thoughts

This new addition adds more variety to gameplay and gives builders and redstone fans a few new tools to work with. Whether you're running a vanilla survival world or building a custom modded server, these changes are worth checking out.

We'll continue to monitor the updates and share more insights as Game Drop 3 develops.