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Discover Ultimate Tips to Vanquish Mobs in Minecraft

Feb 20,2025 Author: Sadie

Mastering the Minecraft Mob-Killing Commands: A Comprehensive Guide

There are many reasons to eliminate mobs in Minecraft. The most efficient method is using commands, specifically the /kill command. However, even this seemingly simple command has some nuances. This guide details how to target and eliminate mobs effectively.

Before You Begin: Enabling Cheats

The /kill command requires a world with cheats enabled. If cheats aren't already activated, follow these instructions:

Java Edition:

  1. Enter your world.
  2. Press Esc.
  3. Select "Open to LAN."
  4. Toggle "Allow Commands" to "On."

Remember, this enables cheats only for that session. To permanently enable cheats, create a new world copy with cheats enabled from the main menu's Singleplayer screen.

Minecrafr Open to Lan Screen  Java Edition

Bedrock Edition:

  1. Navigate to your worlds.
  2. Select the world and click the pencil icon.
  3. In the settings menu, toggle "Cheats" to "On."

Minecraft Cheats Screen Bedrock edition as part of an article about how to kill mobs.

Using the /kill Command

The basic /kill command, entered alone, will kill the player. To target mobs, use selectors:

  • /kill @e[type=!minecraft:player]: This kills all entities except the player.

  • /kill @e[type=minecraft:chicken]: This kills all chickens.

  • Targeting by Distance:

    • Java Edition: /kill @e[distance=..15] (kills all entities within 15 blocks)
    • Bedrock Edition: /kill @e[r=10] (kills all entities within 10 blocks)
  • Specific Mobs within a Distance:

    • Java Edition: /kill @e[distance=..15,type=minecraft:sheep] (kills sheep within 15 blocks)
    • Bedrock Edition: /kill @e[r=10,type=minecraft:sheep] (kills sheep within 10 blocks)

The game autocompletes commands, so precise memorization isn't necessary.

Key Selectors:

  • @p: Nearest player
  • @r: Random player
  • @a: All players
  • @e: All entities
  • @s: Yourself

With these commands, you can efficiently manage mob populations in your Minecraft world. Minecraft is available on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile devices.

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