Before players can start building a medieval castle in Minecraft, it is important that they become familiar with the game’s block types and tools.

Image via Minecraft To give a castle its visually dramatic look without creating an immensely complicated build, finding a prime castle location will make all the difference.

To make the bamboo mosaic blocks, all you need is two bamboo slabs, which you can get from taking three bamboo planks and placing them horizontally across the crafting grid.

Bricks let you build structures that resemble real life, but they can be a little confusing to acquire in Minecraft.

After you've built a humble abode or a daunting castle, you should install a Beacon. Here's how to make a Beacon & use it in Minecraft.