To craft a beacon in "Minecraft," you'll need glass, obsidian, and a rare item called the Nether Star. Once you've crafted the beacon, you'll also need to build a pyramid pedestal to place it on.

Beacons are a powerful endgame item in Minecraft. They have the benefit of not only acting as location markers that can be spotted from extremely far away, but they also provide a powerful status ...

Avalanche beacons don’t last forever, and you should retire them after 5-7 years. Just like any piece of safety gear, it will eventually come time to retire your avalanche beacon. Most experts ...

Avalanche beacons (otherwise called avalanche transceivers) can save your life when snowmobiling, skiing, hunting, or hiking in avalanche terrain. Before heading out, each member of your party turns ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. In Minecraft, a Beacon is a block that allows players to gain helpful status effects when paired with a pyramid. It can also help players find their ...