Who qualifies for First Swarm?

Confirm before the game opens

First Swarm is the free reward for players who confirm public registration before the Season 5 game server opens publicly. Filling out the form is the first step. You must also confirm your email before that cutoff.

Private tests, previews and unconfirmed registrations do not qualify. No purchase or referral is required.

What you can claim

The reward is the First Swarm title and subtle honey-gold particles with an off switch. Both are cosmetic and usable through Season 5 only, with no automatic carryover to Season 6. They do not include currency or gameplay bonuses.

Claim within 90 days of opening

Claim within 90 days after the actual public game opening. You will need to prove control of the eligible inbox and ownership while logged into your Minecraft account. Email confirmation alone does not prove game-account ownership or reserve a name.

There is one grant per verified player. Multiple emails, renamed accounts and linked Java/Bedrock accounts do not create extra rewards. Marketing unsubscribe does not remove earned eligibility; requesting deletion of your reward record can prevent later verification or recovery.

Read the full First Swarm terms

When to expect claiming details

The game is still in development, with no announced opening date. The actual in-game preview and secure claiming instructions will be shared before opening. Registering does not deliver the reward immediately.

First Swarm remains a free registration reward.

Article update, October 30

This explanation has been revised around the reward terms selected on October 24 and the public registration form. The original October 20 publication date is retained.