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How To Kill All Mobs in Minecraft

Feb 26,25(9 months ago)
How To Kill All Mobs in Minecraft

Mastering Minecraft Mob Elimination: A Comprehensive Guide to the /kill Command

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

Prerequisites: Enabling Cheats

Before using any commands, ensure your Minecraft world has cheats enabled. If unsure, see the instructions below.

The /kill Command: Syntax and Usage

The basic command is /kill, but this will kill you. To target mobs, use specific syntax:

  • Kill all mobs: /kill @e[type=!minecraft:player] (@e targets all entities; type=!minecraft:player excludes the player.)

  • Kill specific mobs: /kill @e[type=minecraft:chicken] (Replace chicken with the desired mob type.)

  • Kill mobs within a radius:

    • Java Edition: /kill @e[distance=..15] (Kills mobs within 15 blocks.) /kill @e[distance=..15,type=minecraft:sheep] (Kills sheep within 15 blocks.)

    • Bedrock Edition: /kill @e[r=10] (Kills mobs within 10 blocks.) /kill @e[r=10,type=minecraft:sheep] (Kills sheep within 10 blocks.)

The game autocompletes commands, minimizing memorization.

Important Selectors:

Understanding these selectors is key:

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

Enabling Cheats in Minecraft

Commands won't function without cheats enabled. Here's how to do it:

Java Edition:

Minecrafr Open to Lan Screen  Java Edition

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

This enables commands for the current session. To permanently enable cheats, create a world copy with cheats enabled using the "Re-create" option in the Singleplayer menu.

Bedrock Edition:

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

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

Minecraft is available on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile devices.

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