Knockback in Minecraft
This Minecraft tutorial explains the Knockback enchantment with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
Supported Platforms
The Knockback enchantment is available in the following versions of Minecraft:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
 Java Edition (PC/Mac) | Yes |
 Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes |
 Xbox 360 | Yes |
 Xbox One | Yes |
 PS3 | Yes |
 PS4 | Yes |
 Wii U | Yes |
 Nintendo Switch | Yes |
 Windows 10 Edition | Yes |
 Education Edition | Yes |
* The version that it was added or removed, if applicable.
NOTE: Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now called Bedrock Edition. We will continue to show them individually for version history.
Background
The Knockback enchantment increases the knockback dealt when attacking a player or mob. This will cause the player or mob to repel backwards more than usual.
You can add the Knockback enchantment to any sword using an enchanting table, anvil, or game command. Then use the enchanted sword to fight and see your enemies repell backwards when attacked!!
The maximum level for the Knockback enchantment is Level 2. This means that you can enchant a sword with up to Knockback II. The higher the level, the more powerful the enchantment.
| Enchantment Name | Knockback |
|---|---|
| Min Level | Level 1 (Knockback I) |
| Max Level | Level 2 (Knockback II) |
| Description | Increases the knockback dealt when attacking a player or mob (knockback means that the entity repels backwards) |
| Applies To |  Swords |
| How to add Enchantment | 1. Enchanting Table 2. Anvil 3. /enchant command |
Items to Enchant with Knockback
In Minecraft, you can enchant the following items with Knockback:
Hold the Enchanted Sword
Once you have a sword that is enchanted with Knockback, you need to hold the enchanted sword in your hand. When you attack with this enchanted sword, you will see a higher knockback dealt to the mob.
Let's show you what happens when we attack a creeper with a sword that is enchanted with Knockback.
Once the sword strikes the creeper, the creeper will be pushed away from you...sending it flying backwards through the air. The Knockback enchantment repels the mob in the opposite direction of an attack.
Congratulations, you just learned all about the Knockback enchantment in Minecraft.
Enchantment ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: |
II | 19 |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: |
II | 12 | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: |
II | 12 | 1.4.0 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: |
II | 12 | 1.14.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: |
II | 12 | 1.5.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: |
II | 12 | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: |
II | 12 | 1.0 |
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Enchant Command for Knockback
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