: The EaglercraftXServer plugin already includes protocol support for 1.16, allowing browser clients to theoretically connect to 1.16 servers.
: Future updates face significant hurdles due to ongoing copyright concerns and DMCA takedowns from Mojang. Highlights of Minecraft 1.16 (Nether Update) minecraft 116 eaglercraft top
Because the standard Eaglercraft client is built on version 1.8.8, connecting to a 1.16 server requires a "bridge" to translate the game's protocols. minecraft 116 eaglercraft top