Ghast in Minecraft
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The Ghast is a neutral mob in Minecraft. A large floating hostile mob that shoots explosive fireballs. You can find it in: the Nether, mostly in open areas.
- Type
- Neutral mob
- Size
- 4 × 4 blocks
- Where to find
- The Nether, mostly in open areas
- Main drops
- Ghast Tear and Gunpowder
Where to find the Ghast
The Nether, mostly in open areas.
Ghast behavior
A large floating hostile mob that shoots explosive fireballs.
The Ghast is 4 blocks tall and 4 blocks wide, so it needs plenty of headroom to move around.
What does the Ghast drop?
| Drop | Notes |
|---|---|
| Ghast Tear | Common drop |
| Gunpowder | Common drop |
Kill it with a sword enchanted with Looting to get more drops.
In Creative mode you can spawn one with a Ghast Spawn Egg.
Data for Minecraft Java Edition 26.1, based on the open minecraft-data project. Some details can differ in Bedrock Edition. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.
Frequently asked questions
Where do you find a Ghast in Minecraft?
The Nether, mostly in open areas.
What does a Ghast drop?
A Ghast drops Ghast Tear and Gunpowder.