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August 1, 2026

Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 3 to 7

Next week, several games are set to launch for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC: - Beast of Reincarnation: Releases on August 3, available on Game Pass and optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Players explore a post-apocalyptic Japan as Emma and her dog Koo, with customization options and exclusive pre-order rewards. - Kynseed: Releases on August 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A life simulation sandbox RPG from the creators of Fable, focusing on farming, family, and community interactions. - Detective Holmes: Hidden Objects: Releases on August 3, optimized for Xbox Series X|S, featuring Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson in a hidden object game with various gameplay modes. - Space Tail: Definitive Edition: Releases on August 3, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. Players follow Bea, a dog in space, engaging in observation-based gameplay. - Fading Clouds: Releases on August 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A puzzle adventure game with 30 levels set in the skies, focusing on creative problem-solving. - Five Hearts Under One Roof: Releases on August 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. An interactive FMV romance game centered on complex relationships. - Mate’Morphosis: Releases on August 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A chess-inspired puzzle game where players become the pieces they capture. - Aery – Surreal World: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A flight exploration game through dreamlike landscapes. - Herd Dispatch: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A puzzle game where players guide sheep home through strategic planning. - Montabi: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A creature-collector roguelike deckbuilding game. - Sokogem: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A minimalist puzzle game focused on logical movement. - Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. A side-scrolling beat-’em-up game featuring a detective seeking vengeance. - Yellowcreek Stories – The Cabin Watcher: Releases on August 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A first-person stealth slasher game. - INK ENIGMA 2: Hidden Object Challenges: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A hidden object game with upgraded gameplay. - John Fox: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. An action-adventure game featuring an elite warrior. - Limbot: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. A multiplayer game with a cardboard robot navigating a destructible city. - The Relic: First Guardian: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. An action RPG set in a devastated world with fast-paced combat. - Tailbreak: Releases on August 7, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. An arcade shooter featuring dinosaurs and a voiced story mode.

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July 31, 2026

Minecraft Experience surpasses 1m visitors

The Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue launched its first outdoor nighttime experience, Moonlight Trail, in Argentina on May 15 at the Ciudad Universitaria Sports Grounds in Buenos Aires. Since its inception in 2024, the Minecraft Experience has attracted over 1 million visitors worldwide. The Moonlight Trail invites participants to explore eight interactive Minecraft-inspired biomes, face formidable mobs, and restore an ancient beacon. The experience was developed in collaboration with Mojang Studios and Supply & Demand, featuring new environmental effects and gameplay mechanics for a nighttime setting. Minecraft is the best-selling video game of all time, with over 400 million copies sold globally. Further details about the experience can be found at www.minecraftexperience.com and on social media.

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July 29, 2026

Just 40 minutes from Chicago: the largest immersive venue in the Midwest, spanning 26,000 square feet, is hosting Minecraft’s first real-life challenge

The Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue has opened at EXP Rosemont, the largest immersive venue in the Midwest, located 30 minutes from downtown Chicago. This interactive adventure, available until September 7, allows participants to save villagers from a zombie invasion in an approximately 55-minute experience through eight interactive rooms. Players use a handheld device called the Orb of Interaction to engage with the environment, tackle challenges, and confront game-related foes. Successful participants receive a limited-edition Minecraft: Bedrock Edition in-game cape. EXP Rosemont is a 26,000-square-foot venue designed for large-scale interactive experiences, located at 9900 Berwyn Avenue in the Pearl District of Rosemont.

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July 25, 2026

Finding Good Minecraft Seeds That Stay Fun After The First Hour

Many players find that Minecraft worlds initially captivate them but lose their appeal after a few hours due to poor cave systems, awkward biome arrangements, and tedious travel. Players often seek optimal Minecraft seeds to enhance their experience. The placement of biomes significantly affects gameplay, with proximity to forests, caves, villages, and oceans facilitating resource gathering. Java players focus on technical builds and world generation details, while server performance is crucial for maintaining a smooth experience, especially in multiplayer settings. Bad server performance can lead to frustrating gameplay, even with good seeds. Seeds with mountainous terrain may look appealing but can be challenging for building. Well-structured cave systems are important for survival, aiding in resource collection and exploration. In multiplayer, diverse biome placements are preferred to accommodate different player needs and reduce travel. Successful worlds maintain convenience over time, rather than just during initial gameplay.

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July 22, 2026

Minecraft Summer Sale Features 300+ Marketplace Items at Up to 33% Off

Minecraft is hosting its annual Summer Sale, offering over 300 Marketplace items at discounts of up to 33%, running until July 28 at 10 a.m. PT. The sale features various add-ons and packs, including: - Fainting Goats Add-On: 328 Minecoins (was 490) - HorrorCraft Add-On 1.1: 807 Minecoins (was 1340) - 3D Weapons Texture Pack: 442 Minecoins (was 660) - Dinosaur Biomes: 663 Minecoins (was 990) - Craftable Mob Houses Add-On: 442 Minecoins (was 660) - Black X Shadow Megapack: 207 Minecoins (was 310) - Fur Craft Add-On 3.0: 663 Minecoins (was 990) - Backpack Add-On: 442 Minecoins (was 660) - Ultimate Trading Add-On: 556 Minecoins (was 830) - Planes Pro 2.0 Add-On: 783 Minecoins (was 1170)

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July 21, 2026

Minecraft meets No Man’s Sky in ‘Incredible’ new Xbox freebie

The Planet Crafter, developed by Miju Games, is set to debut on Xbox Game Pass on July 21. It is a space survival open-world terraforming crafting game that supports 1 to 10 players, allowing them to transform inhospitable planets into habitable environments. The game has received positive feedback, with a Metacritic score of 81 and an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam from over 35,500 reviews. The Planet Crafter will be available on the Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass tiers, with plans to be added to the Essential tier in the future. It will also be released on PlayStation 5 and is available on the GOG platform for PC users.

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July 21, 2026

Chaos Cubed Composer Interview

Paula, a composer, initially assigned temporary names to her tracks, which have become permanent fixtures in listeners' minds. She finds it amusing that these names, which were simple descriptors of the emotions she aimed to evoke, are now final. Paula describes her soundtrack as emotional, nostalgic, playful, introspective, and dreamy. Players can collect in-game music discs containing tracks from her soundtrack, which can be played on a craftable jukebox. One notable track, Bounce, is found in a sulfurous location in the game. Paula enjoyed the creative freedom she had while making Bounce, aiming to create a fun and unique listening experience.

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July 17, 2026

Loot, Battle, Repeat: Minecraft Dungeons II Launches Soon

Minecraft Dungeons II is set to be released on September 29, 2026, by Mojang Studios and Double Eleven. The game will expand gameplay across two unique realms, introducing new biomes and aggressive mob variants. It retains the fast-paced, isometric, top-down action of the original while enhancing RPG mechanics and exploration opportunities. The game will feature full cross-platform support for online multiplayer and local couch co-op play.

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July 11, 2026

The Minecraft Movie votes are in and, despite controversy, everyone’s a winner

Jack Black and Jason Momoa will reprise their roles as Steve and Garrett in the upcoming sequel, A Minecraft Movie Squared, alongside Kirsten Dunst as Alex. Mojang announced a competition for fans to submit designs for the film, selecting three finalists: 'Lightning Rod Lighthouse' by Francisco C.M., 'Copper Badlands Castle' by Rosanna C., and 'Tranquil Taiga Tower' by Iola Y. The 'Tree Village' by Ben V. was disqualified for not adhering to submission guidelines but will be recognized as an honorable mention. All builds will be included in the movie or its end credits. A Minecraft Movie Squared is scheduled for release on July 23, 2027.

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July 11, 2026

Minecraft Movie Build Challenge winner announcement

The Tree Village Build was removed from Grand Prize consideration due to an oversight in the admission process, as it incorporated blocks from multiple biomes. However, it will receive a special mention and be featured in the movie alongside the finalists and overall winner. The Tranquil Taiga Tower, another semifinalist, will also be included in the final movie. A Minecraft Movie Squared is set to release on July 23, 2027. All Finalist Builds will transition to the movie, with minor adjustments possible. The exact placements of the Builds in the movie are not disclosed, and the Tree Village Build is included to honor its popularity within the community. Warner Bros. will determine the placement of the Build in the movie.