Java Edition 1.4.2 (pre-release)

1.4.2-pre is the third pre-release for 1.4.2. It was released a day prior to the official 1.4.2 release. It is identical in every way to the official 1.4.2 release, including the version number.

Fixes
8 bugs fixed


 * Fixed a severe memory leak in the server
 * Corrected rendering of fences and cobblestone walls
 * You can no longer attempt to connect to an outdated server (only when the version is shown)

From the previous development version
 * – Cracked effect sometimes remains when a zombie is interrupted while attempting to break down a door.
 * – Matrix Fireball
 * – Entites such as villagers and cows fall through blocks and suffocate.
 * –  is ignored by the client
 * – Stair Glitches