Minecraft - How To Use The Tick Command

Summary

This video tutorial introduces the versatile 'tick' command in Minecraft Java Edition, highlighting its ability to manipulate game speed and freeze the world. The presenter demonstrates how to use 'tick' with various options, including 'tick query' for performance insights, 'tick rate' to adjust game speed, 'tick sprint' for temporary speed boosts, 'tick freeze' to pause the game, and 'tick unfreeze' to resume. The video also offers tips on optimizing settings for higher tick rates, showcasing the command's potential for creative gameplay and technical exploration.

Takeaways

• 😎 The 'tick' command in Minecraft Java Edition allows for manipulation of game speed and freezing the game state.
• 🔒 Admin permissions are required to use the 'tick' command, and it must be enabled in the game settings.
• 📊 The 'tick query' function provides information about the current tick rate and performance metrics.
• ⏱️ The game's default tick rate is 20 ticks per second, with each tick ideally taking 50 milliseconds.
• 🚀 'Tick rate' can be adjusted from 1 to 10,000, affecting the speed at which the game runs.
• 🌪 Using a low tick rate (e.g., 1) significantly slows down the game, including player movement.
• ⏩ Increasing the tick rate (e.g., to 200 or 2,000) speeds up the game, but may not reach the target rate due to performance limitations.
• 🔧 Adjusting video settings like graphics and render distance can improve game performance and increase tick rates.
• 🏃‍♂️ 'Tick sprint' temporarily increases the game's tick rate for a specified duration, such as seconds or in-game days.
• ⏸️ The 'tick freeze' command pauses the game, but players and ridden entities can still move.
• 🔄 'Tick step' allows for advancing the game one tick at a time after it has been frozen.
• 🔓 'Tick unfreeze' command is used to resume the normal game state from a frozen state.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the 'tick' command in Minecraft Java Edition?

The 'tick' command in Minecraft Java Edition is used to control and manipulate the game's tick rate, which affects the speed at which the game runs, including the movement of particles, mobs, and the player.

What are the requirements to use the 'tick' command in Minecraft?

To use the 'tick' command, you need to have admin permissions, meaning it cannot be used by default in command blocks or data packs. Additionally, cheats must be enabled in your world.

What does the 'tick query' function do in Minecraft?

The 'tick query' function provides information about the current tick rate and performance, including whether the game is frozen, the target tick rate, the average time per tick, and percentiles of tick times from a sample.

What is the default tick rate in Minecraft, and what does it represent?

The default tick rate in Minecraft is 20 ticks per second, which means that each tick, on average, should take 50 milliseconds, assuming no performance issues.

How can the 'tick rate' command affect the speed of the game in Minecraft?

The 'tick rate' command allows you to set a value between 1 and 10,000 that determines how fast the game runs. Lower values slow down the game, while higher values speed it up, affecting the movement of particles, mobs, and the player.

What happens when the tick rate is set to a very high value, such as 2,000?

When the tick rate is set to a very high value like 2,000, the game moves significantly faster, with the sun and other elements in the game world moving at an accelerated pace. However, the actual performance may not reach the target tick rate due to hardware limitations.

How can the performance of the 'tick' command be improved in Minecraft?

The performance of the 'tick' command can be improved by adjusting video settings, such as setting graphics to 'fast', lowering render distance, and simulation distance, which can help the game run faster and achieve higher tick rates.

What is the 'tick sprint' command, and how does it work?

The 'tick sprint' command temporarily increases the tick rate of the game for a specified period of time, such as 60 seconds, one in-game day, or a custom duration. It allows the game to run at a higher speed for the duration of the sprint.

Can the 'tick sprint' command be stopped before it completes its set duration?

Yes, the 'tick sprint' command can be stopped before it completes its set duration by typing 'tick sprint stop' in the chat, which will interrupt the sprint and provide information on the achieved tick rate during the sprint.

What does the 'tick freeze' command do in Minecraft?

The 'tick freeze' command freezes the game in its current state, stopping all movements and animations of particles, mobs, and the environment, while the player and any entities they are riding can still move.

How does the 'tick step' command function in relation to the 'tick freeze' command?

The 'tick step' command is used after the game has been frozen with the 'tick freeze' command. It allows the game to move forward by a single tick or a specified number of ticks, then freezes it again, enabling precise control over the game's progression.

What is the 'tick unfreeze' command, and what happens when it is used?

The 'tick unfreeze' command is used to completely unfreeze the game after it has been frozen with the 'tick freeze' command, allowing the game to resume its normal operation and progression.