diff --git a/package.json b/package.json
index 9d7b4a03..eb670302 100644
--- a/package.json
+++ b/package.json
@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 {
   "name": "pxt-microbit",
-  "version": "2.1.7",
+  "version": "2.1.8",
   "description": "micro:bit target for Microsoft MakeCode (PXT)",
   "keywords": [
     "JavaScript",