Minecraft Bedrock 1.19: Easy Gold Farm Tutorial

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Hey guys! Are you ready to rake in the gold in Minecraft Bedrock 1.19? If you're tired of constantly running out of gold for those crucial trades, power your beacons, or craft stacks of golden carrots, then you've come to the right place. In this guide, we’re going to dive deep into building a super-efficient gold farm that works like a charm in the latest version of Minecraft Bedrock. Let's get started and turn those zombie piglins into your personal gold mines!

Why Build a Gold Farm in Minecraft Bedrock 1.19?

Before we jump into the nitty-gritty of building, let's quickly cover why having a gold farm is a game-changer. Gold, while not the sturdiest material for tools or armor, is incredibly valuable in Minecraft. Its uses include:

  • Trading with Piglins: Piglins in the Nether love gold! Toss them a gold ingot, and they'll give you all sorts of goodies in return, like ender pearls, obsidian, and even the rare soul speed enchantments.
  • Golden Apples and Carrots: These provide handy buffs, making them essential for exploring, fighting, or even taming horses.
  • Clocks and Powered Rails: These can be useful for certain builds and redstone contraptions.
  • Beacons: Once you've conquered a Wither, you'll need gold blocks to fuel your beacon for those sweet status effects.

Building a gold farm offers a reliable, automated way to acquire this precious resource. No more endless mining or risky Nether expeditions – just sit back, relax, and watch the gold pour in!

Understanding the Mechanics

So, how does a gold farm work in the Nether? The secret lies in zombie piglins, or should I say, their aggression. When a player angers one zombie piglin, all nearby zombie piglins become hostile. We exploit this by creating a situation where lots of zombie piglins spawn and get angry, then we lead them to their doom (for our benefit, of course!).

In Minecraft Bedrock Edition, zombie piglins primarily spawn in the Nether in two main ways:

  1. Nether Portals: Zombie piglins have a chance to spawn when a Nether portal is created or when a player is near an active portal. This is the most common mechanism used for gold farms.
  2. Nether Wastes Biome: While they can spawn naturally in this biome, the rates are generally lower compared to portal-based spawning.

Our gold farm design will focus on maximizing the portal spawning method. By creating a large number of portals in a specific configuration, we can significantly boost the spawn rate of zombie piglins. Remember, the more portals, the more zombie piglins, the more gold!

Materials You'll Need

Alright, let’s gather the necessary materials. You’ll need:

  • Nether Portal Blocks (Obsidian): Enough for the number of portals you plan to build. A good starting point is around 8-10 portals, which means around 80-100 obsidian blocks.
  • Flint and Steel: To activate the portals.
  • Building Blocks: Any solid block will do (cobblestone, netherrack, etc.). You'll need a few stacks for the farm structure.
  • Hoppers: Lots of hoppers! These will collect the gold nuggets and XP orbs. Aim for at least 20-30, depending on the size of your collection area.
  • Chests: To store all that glorious gold. Start with a double chest or two.
  • Water Buckets: For transporting the zombie piglins.
  • Lava Buckets: For the killing mechanism.
  • Signs: To control the flow of water and lava.
  • Slabs or Trapdoors: To prevent spiders from spawning.

Step-by-Step Construction Guide

Now, for the fun part: building the gold farm! Follow these steps carefully:

Step 1: Finding the Right Location

First things first, head to the Nether. The best place to build your farm is in the Nether Wastes biome, ideally at a high elevation. This minimizes interference from other mobs and ensures better spawning rates.

Step 2: Building the Portal Array

This is where you'll construct your Nether portals. Here’s how:

  1. Lay Out the Base: Create a flat platform of about 15x15 blocks. This will be the foundation for your portal array.
  2. Build the Portals: Construct your Nether portals side by side, leaving a one-block gap between each portal. Make sure the portals are all oriented in the same direction.
  3. Connect the Portals: Use building blocks to connect the tops and bottoms of the portals, creating a unified structure. This helps with mob flow and aesthetics.

Step 3: Creating the Collection System

Below the portal array, you'll need to build a collection system to gather all the gold nuggets and XP orbs.

  1. Dig Out a Collection Area: Dig a large pit underneath the portal array. This pit should be at least 5 blocks deep to prevent mobs from escaping.
  2. Place Hoppers: Cover the floor of the pit with hoppers, making sure they are all connected to each other.
  3. Connect to Chests: At the end of the hopper line, place a double chest to store your gold.

Step 4: Designing the Killing Chamber

Now, let’s set up the killing chamber where the zombie piglins will meet their demise.

  1. Water Flow: Place water sources at one end of the portal array to push the zombie piglins towards the killing area.
  2. Lava Blades: At the end of the water stream, create a lava blade using signs. The lava should be positioned so that it damages the zombie piglins but doesn't destroy the items.
  3. Drop: The water should push the mobs towards an edge. The edge should force the mobs to fall, so they can die and you can collect the gold and xp.

Step 5: Fine-Tuning and Optimization

With the basic structure in place, it’s time to fine-tune the farm for maximum efficiency.

  1. Light Suppression: Make sure the entire area is well-lit to prevent other mobs from spawning. Use slabs or trapdoors to cover any dark spots where spiders might spawn.
  2. AFK Spot: Find a safe spot nearby where you can AFK (away from keyboard) to let the farm run automatically. This spot should be within 128 blocks of the portal array to keep the chunks loaded.
  3. Testing: Run the farm for a while and monitor the gold output. If necessary, adjust the water flow, lava placement, or portal configuration to improve efficiency.

Pro Tips for Maximum Gold Production

Want to take your gold farm to the next level? Here are some pro tips:

  • More Portals: The more portals you have, the more zombie piglins will spawn. Consider expanding your portal array for increased production.
  • Looting Enchant: Use a sword with the Looting enchantment to increase the number of gold nuggets dropped by each zombie piglin.
  • Auto-Smelting: Set up an auto-smelting system with furnaces and hoppers to automatically convert the gold nuggets into gold ingots.
  • Item Sorting: Implement an item sorting system to separate the gold from other drops like rotten flesh.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Sometimes, things don’t go as planned. Here are some common issues and how to fix them:

  • Low Spawn Rates: Make sure your farm is located in the Nether Wastes biome and at a high elevation. Also, check for any nearby caves or open areas where other mobs might be spawning.
  • Mobs Getting Stuck: Adjust the water flow and lava placement to ensure the zombie piglins are being pushed efficiently towards the killing area.
  • Items Despawning: Ensure the hoppers are properly connected and the collection area is large enough to prevent items from despawning before they can be collected.

Conclusion

There you have it – a comprehensive guide to building an efficient gold farm in Minecraft Bedrock 1.19! With a little effort and the right design, you’ll be swimming in gold in no time. So go ahead, build your own zombie piglin gold factory and enjoy the riches. Happy crafting, and I'll see you in the Nether!