Gravity is an in-game mechanic obeyed by entities. It makes entities fall if there is no Block directly below them until they hit a block or fall into The Void. All Mobs obey gravity, except for Ghasts, Bats, and sometimes Blazes.
Mechanics[]
Gravity in Minecraft is not the same for all entities. Each group of entities undergoes a different amount of acceleration due to Gravity. There is also a drag force which is proportionate to velocity, again dependant on the type of entity.
Blocks Obeying Gravity[]
| Kind | Acceleration due to Gravity (m/s²) |
|---|---|
| Players and Mobs | 32 |
| Items, Top Snow, Sand, Red Sand, Concrete Powder, Gravel, TNT, Anvils | 16 |
| Minecarts, Boats | 16 |
| Water, Lava | N/A |
Trivia[]
- Thrown Items also obey gravity.
- After Update 0.11.0, Sand and Gravel naturally generated above air will not fall until a block state nearby is toggled, or if it is shot with an Arrow.
- Minecarts go faster when going downhill, as they obey gravity.