Mastering Minecraft Mob Elimination: A Comprehensive Guide to the /kill Command

There are many reasons you might want to eliminate mobs in Minecraft. The most efficient method is using commands, specifically the /kill command. However, even this seemingly simple command has nuances. This guide explains how to effectively use the /kill command to target various mobs.

Prerequisites: Enabling Cheats

Before using any commands, ensure your Minecraft world has cheats enabled. The instructions differ slightly between Java and Bedrock editions.

Java Edition:

1. Enter your world.
2. Press Esc.
3. Select "Open to LAN."
4. Toggle "Allow Commands" to "On."

Remember, this enables cheats only for that specific session. To permanently enable cheats, create a new world copy with cheats enabled from the main menu's Singleplayer screen.

Bedrock Edition:

1. Navigate to your worlds.
2. Select the world you wish to modify.
3. Click the pencil icon.
4. In the bottom-right menu, toggle "Cheats" to "On."

Using the /kill Command

The /kill command's basic syntax is /kill [selector] [arguments].

• Killing All Mobs: /kill @e[type=!minecraft:player] This targets all entities (@e) except players (type=!minecraft:player).

• Killing Specific Mob Types: /kill @e[type=minecraft:chicken] This kills all chickens. Replace minecraft:chicken with the desired mob type.

• Killing Mobs Within a Radius:

  • Java Edition: /kill @e[distance=..15] kills all entities within 15 blocks.
  • Bedrock Edition: /kill @e[r=10] kills all entities within a radius of 10 blocks.

• Killing Specific Mobs Within a Radius:

  • Java Edition: /kill @e[distance=..15,type=minecraft:sheep] kills all sheep within 15 blocks.
  • Bedrock Edition: /kill @e[r=10,type=minecraft:sheep] kills all sheep within a radius of 10 blocks.

The game will autocomplete commands, minimizing the need for memorization.

Important Selectors:

• @p: Nearest player
• @r: Random player
• @a: All players
• @e: All entities
• @s: Yourself

Minecraft is available on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile devices.