Mojang Studios has released the third chapter in their "Overworld Adventures" series, taking players on a journey through Minecraft's Plains biome. Published on May 12, 2025, "Simply the Best - Chapter 3: More Things to See" follows the Sky Scribe character as they explore this classic biome while riding a customizable happy ghast companion.
Customizable Happy Ghasts Make Their Debut
The latest installment introduces happy ghasts as rideable companions that players can customize with harnesses in 16 different colors. These friendly versions of the typically hostile Nether mobs appear to be a significant new feature, with the Sky Scribe initially using a red harness before planning to craft a blue one using cornflowers found in the Plains.
This customization element adds another layer of personalization to Minecraft's already expansive creative options, giving players yet another way to express themselves while exploring the blocky world.
Plains Biome: A Dangerous Beauty
The chapter highlights the distinctive features of the Plains biome, showcasing both its pastoral beauty and hidden dangers. Wild horses and donkeys roam the relatively flat, grassy terrain, offering players potential mounts if tamed. However, lurking among the occasional oak trees are pillager outposts, home to hostile mobs that attack on sight.
What dangers await in the Plains?
Perhaps most treacherous are the hidden ravines that can be completely concealed by tall grass, as demonstrated when the Sky Scribe accidentally falls into one during their adventure. These deep chasms can lead to unexpected cave systems below, adding an element of surprise to what might otherwise seem like safe terrain.
Pillager outposts represent another significant hazard, with these structures housing hostile crossbow-wielding enemies that will pursue players who venture too close. The narrative style of the chapter, presented as an adventure diary with postcard images, effectively captures both the wonder and peril of Minecraft's world.
Continuing the Adventure
This third chapter in the Overworld Adventures series suggests more biome explorations are coming. The conclusion hints at the Sky Scribe and their happy ghast companion leaving the Plains for new adventures, potentially exploring other distinctive biomes in future installments.
The series continues to showcase the diversity of environments and experiences that have made Minecraft an enduring favorite among players of all ages since its full release in 2016.