Stand at least 24 blocks away from the trap at night. Mobs will not spawn if you are standing too close to the trigger zone.
The recent 0.2 updates have introduced several new characters that can be unlocked by purchasing them from the in-game shops.
Work at night: Hostile mobs are more active and easier to find. lovely craft piston trap achievement guide top
Place grass or smooth stone blocks on the sticky piston faces so the floor looks completely natural.
The key to reaching the top lies in four specific challenges. These are the main objectives that will define your mastery of the game. Stand at least 24 blocks away from the trap at night
4 Sticky Pistons (Regular pistons work, but sticky is more reliable) 12 Solid Blocks (Cobblestone or Dirt) 1 Bucket of Water (Optional, for baiting) 1 Spawn Egg or a dark area to lure a mob The Standard "Box" Method
| Mistake | Consequence | Fix | |---------|-------------|-----| | Using a creeper | Explosion destroys piston | Avoid creepers; use a zombie only | | Pushing mob into open air | No damage, mob walks away | Push mob into solid block | | Sticky piston + no delay | Mob gets launched but lives | Add a repeater delay | | Mob injured by player first | Kill credit goes to player | Trap must deal 100% of damage | Work at night: Hostile mobs are more active
Use a Rocket and a Piston to send it into a specific location (the "Back Door").
Find a zombie or skeleton dungeon. Mark the coordinates. This gives you infinite attempts.