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AppWizard

May 12, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Comes to Digital this Week, to 4K UHD, Blu-Ray and DVD this June

A Minecraft Movie will be released digitally on May 13, 2025, and will be available for purchase on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 24, 2025. The film is a collaboration between Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge, directed by Jared Hess. It is the first live-action adaptation of the best-selling video game Minecraft and has grossed over 2 million globally, achieving the largest domestic opening for 2025 and becoming the highest-grossing movie based on a video game. The story follows four characters who are transported to the Overworld and must navigate its challenges with the help of an expert crafter. The film's special features include several featurettes showcasing the making of the film and its music.

AppWizard

May 10, 2025

A MINECRAFT MOVIE Has Just Passes Another Global Box Office Milestone But Will It Reach A Billion?

Warner Bros. Discovery's A Minecraft Movie has earned over 0 million globally and remains in the Top 3 at the box office after six weeks, with a domestic total of 9 million. It generated .9 million on Friday, with projections suggesting a weekend total exceeding million. Experts predict it may not reach billion but would be the second highest-grossing video game adaptation, behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The film features a star-studded cast including Jason Momoa and Jack Black and is directed by Jared Hess. It follows four misfits navigating the Overworld, facing challenges from Piglins and Zombies. The screenplay is a collaborative effort from multiple writers, and the film is produced by a team including Roy Lee and Jason Momoa.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

A Minecraft Movie Available To Stream At Home Without Chicken Jockey Meme Chaos Starting This Month

A Minecraft Movie will be available for digital purchase on platforms like Amazon Prime and Apple TV starting May 13, with DVD and Blu-ray copies releasing on June 24. The movie features Jack Black and includes additional content such as behind-the-scenes footage. The film's theatrical release saw chaotic audience behavior, including shouting and throwing popcorn, leading to police intervention, which director Jared Hess found amusing.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

A Minecraft Movie; Arrives On Digital May 13 & On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD June 24, 2025 From Warner Bros

Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will release A Minecraft Movie digitally on May 13, 2025, followed by physical formats including 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 24, 2025. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa and Jack Black, is the first live-action adaptation of the Minecraft video game. It has grossed over 2 million and achieved the largest domestic opening for 2025, becoming the highest-grossing film based on a video game. The film's running time is 101 minutes and it is rated PG for violence/action, language, suggestive/rude humor, and some scary images. Special features will include several featurettes exploring the film's production and music.

AppWizard

May 5, 2025

Oblivion Remastered is already the third-best-selling game of 2025 in the US, industry analyst says

Oblivion Remastered has become the third-best-selling game of 2025 in the United States. It was the best-selling game of the week and topped the charts on Steam for total weekly active users during the week ending April 26. The game secured fourth place on Xbox consoles and fifteenth on PlayStation. It had over 87,000 concurrent players logged in at 3 PM ET on a Monday.

AppWizard

May 5, 2025

See ‘The Minecraft Movie’ Best Characters Through The Eyes Of Wētā FX

A Minecraft Movie, directed by Jared Hess, has achieved significant box office success, earning millions worldwide after its fourth weekend and aiming to exceed 0 million. The film's success is attributed to the enduring popularity of the Minecraft video game, a well-developed script, and a talented cast and crew. Wētā FX provided major visual effects, completing 456 shots that blended Minecraft's block aesthetics with live-action footage. They developed a new technology called 'Blokz' to create Minecraft-style blockified shapes and crafted an expansive Overworld environment with 64 terrains. The character Malgosha, designed to reflect Rachel House's performance, was created through extensive collaboration and iterations, balancing creepiness and humor. The film's visual effects were integrated with live-action production to ensure a seamless experience.

AppWizard

April 26, 2025

Oblivion Remastered hit 4 million players in less than a week, with a big chunk of them buying the game on Steam

Bethesda has announced that over four million players have engaged with the remaster of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion. The remaster has achieved nearly 200,000 concurrent players on Steam, ranking it at the top of Steam's best-sellers list and second on the SteamDB best-selling tracker. The Palestinian Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) National Committee has called for a boycott of Xbox products due to Microsoft's provision of cloud and AI services to the Israeli military.

BetaBeacon

April 23, 2025

Most top-selling Meta Quest games all share one key trait

Meta Quest has revealed the top 50 best-selling games on their platform, with a variety of genres represented. AAA games like Assassin's Creed Nexus and Metro Awakening did not make the list, while original and immersive games like The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners are among the top earners. The top 3 titles are free-to-play games, indicating that VR gamers are looking for new and exciting experiences. Originality and immersion are key factors in the success of VR games on the Meta Quest platform.

AppWizard

April 19, 2025

Minecraft: The builders recreating all of London

A group of Minecraft enthusiasts, part of the online community Build the Earth, is recreating the United Kingdom in the game, focusing on detailed replicas of landmarks like the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. Over five years, they have dedicated up to 15,000 hours to the project, which began in 2020. The initiative aims for authenticity, with members researching planning applications and contacting organizations. Minecraft, launched in 2009, is the best-selling computer game of all time, allowing players to build anything using blocks.

AppWizard

April 18, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’: A ‘bad’ movie that I loved every second of

Many parents accompanying their children to see A Minecraft Movie, directed by Jared Hess, experienced an electric atmosphere in theaters, with enthusiastic teens cheering and clapping. Since its launch in 2011, Minecraft has become the best-selling video game globally, known for its sandbox style that fosters creativity and collaboration. The game holds cherished memories for many teens and young adults, who often revisit it in what is referred to as a “two-week phase.” The excitement for A Minecraft Movie is evident, with teens engaging by reciting lines from trailers and wearing Minecraft gear. The film incorporates themes of friendship, adventure, and creativity, appealing to both longtime players and newcomers.