Minecraft: the perfect sandbox game where your creativity knows no bounds. But why build a majestic castle when you can mess with your friends instead? Here are 10 hilarious pranks to play on your friends in Minecraft that will have you laughing and them plotting their revenge.

1. Fake Diamond Ore

Everyone loves finding diamonds, right? So why not sprinkle a little disappointment into your friend’s day with some fake diamond ore? Simply craft a bunch of stone blocks and place them where diamonds are usually found. Watch as your friend’s excitement turns to confusion when their pickaxe breaks and all they get is plain old stone.

To make this prank even more elaborate, you can create a whole vein of fake diamond ore surrounded by lava. This way, your friend will go through the trouble of building a bridge or using water to get to the “diamonds,” only to be met with the crushing realization that they’ve been duped.

2. Invisible Maze

Construct a maze using invisible barrier blocks. Make sure to cover the top with regular blocks so your friend doesn’t catch on immediately. Watch as they struggle to find their way out, bumping into invisible walls and questioning their sanity.

For added fun, place some signs with misleading directions or humorous messages. You can also create multiple dead ends with treasure chests containing silly items like rotten flesh or dirt blocks. Just be prepared for some serious payback once they finally escape!

3. Exploding Cake

What’s better than a cake? An exploding cake, of course. Place TNT under a cake and hook it up to a pressure plate or a redstone trigger. When your friend goes to enjoy a sweet treat, they’ll get a big surprise instead. Just make sure you’re at a safe distance!

To really sell the prank, decorate the area around the cake with party decorations and gifts. Make it look like a surprise celebration, then watch as the surprise blows up—literally. Just be prepared to help them rebuild afterward!

4. Lava Trap

Dig a pit and fill it with lava, then cover it with a thin layer of dirt or stone. Lure your friend over with some enticing bait, like a chest full of goodies. When they step on the disguised pit, they’ll plummet into the fiery depths below. It’s a classic prank that never gets old.

To make the trap even more devious, you can create a false bottom in a mine shaft or place it in front of a frequently used door. Your friend will never see it coming until it’s too late. Just remember, lava can be a bit unforgiving, so maybe have a water bucket handy for quick rescues.

5. Teleporting Minecart

Set up a minecart rail that leads to a seemingly innocent ride. However, rig it with command blocks that teleport the minecart (and your friend) to a remote or dangerous location. They’ll think they’re in for a fun ride, only to end up in the middle of nowhere or surrounded by hostile mobs.

For a less deadly but equally hilarious twist, teleport them to a glass box high above the ground. They’ll have an excellent view of the landscape, but no way to get down without help. Leave them up there for a bit before graciously teleporting them back.

6. Waterlogged House

Replace the floor of your friend’s house with waterlogged blocks. It won’t destroy anything, but it will create an annoying sloshing sound every time they move around. It’s the perfect prank for when you want to drive someone slightly mad without causing any real damage.

To enhance the prank, you can place waterlogged blocks in key areas like under their bed or crafting table. The constant splashing sound will drive them nuts as they try to figure out where it’s coming from. It’s harmless but incredibly annoying!

7. Chicken Bomb

Fill your friend’s house with chickens. A LOT of chickens. Use spawn eggs or a dispenser to release a horde of clucking chaos inside their carefully constructed home. The sheer volume of noise and feathers will leave them baffled and scrambling to clear out the mess.

To make this prank even more epic, set up a redstone clock to continuously dispense chickens. Your friend will be dealing with a never-ending flood of poultry until they find and disable the mechanism. Bonus points if you use dyed chickens for a colorful surprise!

8. Spider Infestation

If your friend hates spiders, this prank is sure to get a reaction. Use a combination of spider spawn eggs and cobwebs to turn their base into a creepy, crawly nightmare. Hide some dispensers with spawn eggs in the walls for an ongoing surprise whenever they think they’ve cleared them all.

For maximum effect, do this prank at night when spiders naturally spawn. The combination of natural and spawned spiders will make it seem like their base is cursed. Just be ready to help them clean up once the screaming stops.

9. Ghost Block Trap

Ghost blocks look solid but are actually passable. Replace some key blocks in your friend’s floor or walls with ghost blocks and watch as they fall through or walk into what they thought was solid ground. It’s a harmless prank that can lead to some funny moments.

To make it even funnier, place water or slime blocks underneath the ghost blocks. Your friend will get a surprising but harmless drop that leaves them confused and amused. It’s a great way to add some laughs without causing any real harm.

10. Curse of Binding Armor

Enchant some armor with the Curse of Binding and leave it in a chest for your friend to find. Once they put it on, they won’t be able to take it off until it breaks or they die. Enjoy their frustration as they run around in cursed gear, plotting their revenge on you.

For an added layer of fun, enchant the armor with ridiculous enchantments like Thorns or Fire Protection. They’ll be stuck with a set of armor that’s both useful and annoying. Just be prepared for them to come after you once they finally get free.

Pranking your friends in Minecraft is all about creativity and timing. These pranks range from harmless fun to mild annoyance, ensuring you’ll get plenty of laughs without causing too much grief. Just remember, turnabout is fair play, so be prepared for your friends to prank you right back!