C418 - Minecraft, Volume Beta (mp3, 2013) May 2026

Compared to the minimalistic and somber Volume Alpha , Volume Beta is noted for its increased complexity and diverse emotional range.

: Tracks 20 through 29 comprise 10 of the collectible in-game music discs (such as "Stal," "Ward," and "Chirp") that were missing from the first soundtrack album. C418 - Minecraft, Volume Beta (MP3, 2013)

While originally self-released as a digital download (MP3/FLAC) in 2013, the album has since been reissued in various physical formats. Minecraft - Volume Beta - C418 - Bandcamp Compared to the minimalistic and somber Volume Alpha

: C418 has described the album as being "dedicated to America and Asia," whereas he felt Volume Alpha was a "love record to Europe". Content Highlights Minecraft - Volume Beta - C418 - Bandcamp

The album includes music "silently" added to the game during various updates, as well as several tracks exclusive to the album release.

: Unlike the first album, several tracks here include percussion—most notably "Aria Math" and "Taswell".

: The album features a contrast between "more positive" upbeat tracks and "very dark" ambient pieces.