The Buzz - June 2025 📰
What's all the buzz about? Welcome to June's issue of The Buzz! Your one-stop shop for all things Hive.
In this newsletter, we'll cover all of the latest Hive news and updates and highlight some of your awesome community creations!
If you don't want to miss out on news, exclusive competitions, and more, be sure to subscribe to our blog by heading onto The Hive and typing /newsletter in chat. Everyone who subscribes will receive the exclusive Mail Bee costume!
News & Updates 📰
Summer is just around the corner, which means we’re nearly halfway through 2025 already! Since our last issue, there’s been no shortage of exciting Hive news; from game updates and a new LTM, to the introduction of a brand-new premium rank. Without further ado, let's dive in!
Ultimate is Here! ⭐
Ever since the release of the Hive Plus rank, all the way back in 2018, it quickly became clear that players wanted more. So much so, a new rank became by far the most upvoted suggestion on our forums, ever!
And we listened! Just over 5 years later, a brand new premium rank, Hive Ultimate, has arrived! Packed with an incredible range of perks and epic cosmetics, this new rank truly was the ultimate way to level up your Hive experience.
Hive Ultimate is available now for 3,420 Minecoins. Already have Hive+? Upgrade to Ultimate for just 1,690 Minecoins!
Ready, Set, Build! 🏗️
One of our most popular games just got a massive update! Build Battle now has its very own dedicated microhub, a brand new limited-time mode, and an exciting set of new levels and cosmetics to unlock.
And no, you’re not imagining it, Just Build has officially been renamed to Build Battle!
But don't worry - while the name may be new, it’s still the building game you know and love. This update introduced a ton of highly requested features and improvements, along with 50 brand-new themes designed to spark your creativity.
This update also introduced a brand new mode, Speed Builders! In this fast-paced building showdown, you'll compete against other players to recreate builds as quickly and accurately as you can.
Since its release, Speed Builders has been updated with a wide array of new builds; have you mastered them all yet?
Cosmetics Drop 🆕
From the eerie depths of the Deep Dark to the far reaches of deep space, our latest wave of epic cosmetics has landed! Have you explored them all yet?
The Baby Warden Pet may hail from the eerie depths of the Deep Dark, but don’t be fooled! Behind those glowing eyes and haunting stare lies nothing but love!
Climb aboard the Starship Mount and get ready to cruise through the cosmos (or at least the hub)! This epic spacecraft comes fully equipped with pew-pew firepower, three slick color variants, and a second seat for your trusty co-pilot.
With the Red Panda Buddy perched on your head, every step feels like a warm hug. Who knew headwear could be this wholesome?
Emerge from the Deep Dark with the Sculk Wings! Channelling the eerie energy of the ancient underground, this chilling backbling is perfect for those who thrive in the shadows.
Which cosmetic is your favorite, and what would you like to see in future drops? Be sure to let us know!
Trust No One... 😲
As revealed on our roadmap, big changes for Murder Mystery are in the works! The much-loved mode will soon be joining Build Battle and the roster of other minigames with their own dedicated microhubs!
Alongside the microhub, the update will also introduce challenges and a Challenge Merchant, giving you the chance to earn challenge medals to spend on exclusive rewards!
And for the first time since the game's release, a brand-new limited-time mode is on the way! This brand new mode will bring a new twist to everyone's favourite survival game.
Be sure to keep an eye on our announcement channels to be the first to know when the update arrives! We'd love to know what challenges you'd like to see. If you have any ideas, be sure to share them on our Discord.
CHICKEN JOCKEY 🐔
Ever dreamed of riding into battle like a true Chicken Jockey? Dream no more! The Chicken Jockey Pet and Mount bundle is now available on The Hive store!
This bundle includes the epic Chicken Jockey Mount, which transforms you into a baby zombie, and the adorable (but slightly terrifying) Chicken Jockey Pet, all for just 1170 Minecoins!
A Koala-ty New Pet 🐨
We’re proud to announce that after just 1000 days of development, the Koala Pet is now available in the Hive Store for 660 Minecoins.
You might say this Koala is an elite choice for a pet!
Community Spotlight 🏅
In this segment, we'll highlight some of our favorite community creations, shared by you, our amazing players!
Players who have their art or video featured each receive the exclusive Buzztastic Creator hub title!
Baby Dragon Crochet by Ethiniii
Check out this adorable crochet creation of the Baby Dragon pet! We love how its tiny wings and big eyes perfectly capture the in-game cuteness. Would you want one of these sitting on your desk?
Build Battle Art by megarizardon x
Megarizardon X shared this awesome hand-drawn piece featuring our brand-new Build Battle microhub! From the detailed NPCs to the graffiti-covered walls, we loved spotting all the little touches.
LEGO Hub by Shmolliedog
Shmolliedog built this incredible LEGO recreation of The Hive's hub! It features game NPCs, Cubee, and even Mailbot! We love how much detail was packed into this tiny build. Can you name all the NPCs?
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