[MC-306148] Spectator GUI automatically hides even if the game is paused

Bug:

In spectator mode, the GUI automatically hides even if the game is paused.

Steps to reproduce the issue:

Enter spectator mode
Open the spectator menu by pressing one of the hotbar keys
Pause the game and observe the menu automatically hide

Expected result:

The menu stays open and does not automatically hide, only hiding if the game is running

Actual result:

The menu automatically hides when the game is paused

Attachments

Comments 3

Automation for Jira 2026-02-02T01:08:44Z

Thank you for helping us improve Minecraft! We saved your files:

[media]

kyleisNOTmyname 2026-02-02T19:01:05Z

Can confirm as of 26.1-snapshot-5 in a singleplayer world.

[Mojang] Triage Team 2026-02-03T08:22:17Z

Thank you for your report!
After consideration, the issue is being closed as Working as Intended.

Please note, that mechanics of the game may change between updates.
Things such as graphics, sounds, world creation, biomes, redstone, villagers, and animals may not work the same in current versions.

Full Version History – Snapshot Version History – The official Minecraft feedback site

Quick Links:
📓 Bug Tracker Guidelines – 💬 Community Support – 📧 Mojang Support (Technical Issues) – 📧 Microsoft Support (Account Issues)
📓 Project Summary – ✍️ Feedback and Suggestions – 📖 Game Wiki