Java Edition 1.8.8

1.8.8 is an update to Minecraft that was released on July 28, 2015. 1.8.8 is compatible with servers running 1.8 – 1.8.7.

Realms

 * Added the minigame Splatter by SethBling to Minecraft Realms.
 * SethBling had originally named the map Splatoon after the Wii U game, but it was renamed by Marc for "obvious reasons".
 * Realm-wide resource packs for custom maps and minigames

Blocks and items

 * Banners
 * Only up to 16 layers are rendered now