Warner Bros. has unveiled a new trailer for the highly anticipated A Minecraft Movie, showcasing a live-action interpretation of the game’s iconic Villagers. The response from fans has been overwhelmingly negative, with many expressing their dismay at the portrayal of these beloved characters. The trailer, which is set to debut in full during the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, has sparked a wave of reactions, with some viewers labeling the Villager design as “cursed” and “possibly the dumbest thing I’ve ever seen.”
Fan Reactions to the Trailer
The trailer offers a glimpse of two Villagers, animated in a style reminiscent of real-world animals rather than being portrayed by actors like Jack Black’s Steve. While the Villagers maintain their signature blocky appearance, they diverge from the game’s more whimsical creatures, appearing instead with a rugged, flesh-like texture.
- “What the f**k are these things?” questioned DinoBoyGamer on Reddit, capturing the bewilderment of many fans.
- Real-Report8490 added, “Realism and blockiness do not work together,” echoing a sentiment shared by numerous viewers.
- Several fans independently described the design as “cursed,” while Bobo3076 remarked, “Maybe we treated the old live-action Sonic design too harshly.”
The announcement of A Minecraft Movie in September was met with immediate backlash, as fans noted a stark contrast between the live-action characters and the green-screen-generated animated world. In response to the trailer’s reception, one fan even took the initiative to recreate it entirely in an animated format.
In a conversation with IGN in November, the director and producer acknowledged the mixed reactions, stating they were prepared for the feedback and ready to address the concerns raised by the community.
Image credit: Warner Bros. Pictures.
Ryan Dinsdale is an IGN freelance reporter. He’ll talk about The Witcher all day.
