Java Edition 1.0

Minecraft 1.0 will be the official release of Minecraft for the computer. It is planned to be released during MineCon today. Jeb has confirmed the version number 1.0 in a tweet. 1.0 is set to include many completed features from the Adventure Update as well as features and bug fixes from the 1.9 Pre-Releases.

Changes
To see complete list of known changes, see Upcoming Features


 * A proper ending to the game in a realm called "The End".
 * New Nether content.
 * New achievements.
 * Score is stated on death based on total experience orbs held on the player.
 * New game modes. (Hardcore)
 * New biomes. (Mushroom and Tundra)
 * New items.
 * New blocks.
 * New mobs. (Enderdragon (Boss Mob), Snow Golem,  Mooshroom Cows,  Villager Mobs, Magma Cube, Blaze)
 * Animal breeding.
 * Potions.
 * Tool rebalance as well as enchantments.
 * Improved Armor system.
 * Mob health rebalance. (Sheep, Spiders, Zombies)
 * New sound effects, including: Chest sound, Door/Gate sound, Bow Sound, Enderman sound, Silverfish sound, Explosion sound.
 * Item Repair.
 * New Stronghold content.