Minecraft 26.3 update finally adds concrete stairs after making fans wait for nearly a decade; people are excited

The Minecraft 26.3 update has finally added concrete stairs and slabs, a feature players have been eagerly awaiting since 2017. This long-requested addition allows players to craft these blocks at any crafting table, similar to existing stairs and slabs in the game.¹

Despite the popularity of concrete, which was introduced in 2017 and quickly became a favorite due to its variety of colors and ease of use, players have been frustrated by the absence of concrete stairs and slabs for nearly a decade. “At the time, players assumed they’d get stairs eventually. I doubt they expected they’d be waiting for nine years,” noted one player.

The announcement of these new features has sparked excitement within the community, with the official Minecraft TikTok account's video about the update garnering over 500,000 views in just a few hours, making it one of the fastest-growing videos on the profile. “So yeah, for many players it’s just nice to finally, after nearly a decade, have concrete slabs and stairs in the game,” expressed a fan.²

While the addition may not dramatically change gameplay, it fills a long-standing gap that has annoyed players for years. As the update rolls out to all versions of the game, fans are hopeful for more enhancements in the future.