Java Edition Alpha v1.2.0 (preview)

A special pre-release version of Alpha v1.2.0 was specially given to PC Gamer and Indiegames as a preview version. Multiple differences between this preview and the officially-released Alpha v1.2.0 can be seen in the released footage.

Differences from Alpha v1.2.0

 * The Nether
 * Referred to as the Slip


 * Zombie Pigman
 * Has the original blood texture, instead of the slime/decay.
 * Runs around making pig noises, and make zombie noises when hurt.
 * They don't have their arms up like a Zombie, and they are not wielding a sword either.


 * Glowstone
 * Drops itself instead of a glowstone dust.


 * Ghast
 * Does not have any sound effects.

Trivia

 * On the same day of the release of the preview, Minecraft hit 500,000 sales.