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May 14, 2025

Stream A Minecraft Movie at home right now (as long as you’re in the U.S.) and have your own “Chicken Jockey” moment whenever you like

The Minecraft Movie is now available for digital rental or purchase for .99 on Amazon. A physical release, including UHD Blu-ray, is scheduled for June 24. The film is currently accessible in the U.S., while international audiences in Europe will have to wait until May 19. The movie has become the highest-grossing film of 2025, earning over 0 million, despite mixed reviews from critics. Audience reception has been more favorable, with viewers enjoying its lightheartedness and engaging content.

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May 12, 2025

How Late Producer Jill Messick First Saw The Mega Potential Of ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Through The Eyes Of Her Son

A Minecraft Movie has surpassed 0 million at the box office. Jill Messick, a producer, sought film rights from Mojang Studios in 2011 after observing her son Jackson's enthusiasm for the game. She successfully pitched the concept to Mojang's founder, Markus Persson, and later collaborated with CAA to secure the rights. Producer Roy Lee and Warner Bros. also pursued the rights, leading to a partnership with Messick. The deal was finalized in February 2014, and Mojang was sold to Microsoft for .5 billion shortly after. The film's development involved various writers and filmmakers over a decade. Jill Messick passed away in February 2018, and her contributions were honored at the film's premiere on March 30, coinciding with Mother’s Day in the U.K.

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May 11, 2025

Timberborn’s latest update adds ziplines and tubeways for rapid beaver deployment and stops your rodent residents from throwing down in sudden fits of breakdancing

Timberborn is a beaver-themed city-building game developed by Mechanistry, currently in early access. The latest update, Update 7, introduces ziplines and tubeways for improved transportation, with tubeways offering a speed advantage by transporting beavers at four times their normal pace. The update also overhauls terrain mechanics, allowing players to place terrain blocks on any solid surface and dig tunnels through the terrain. Additional features include adaptive power shafts for easier power grid reconfiguration, redesigned game maps, and various balance adjustments and bug fixes.

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May 4, 2025

Xbox Game Pass Just Quietly Added The Most Chill Way To Play God In A Classic City Builder

Anno 1800 is a city-building game by Ubisoft set in a Victorian-inspired industrial era, recently launched on Xbox Game Pass. Players colonize resource-rich islands, managing production chains and trade networks while balancing the needs of a growing populace. The console version maintains the depth of the original PC experience with a redesigned user interface that features clean menus and a radial menu system for easier navigation. The game offers a rewarding loop of expansion, optimization, and strategic planning, encouraging immersive gameplay with vibrant visuals and smooth performance. It is designed for players willing to invest time in its complexities, with a campaign mode providing a structured introduction for newcomers.

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April 28, 2025

‘There’s still a lot to do’: One year later, Slavic Magic reveals what’s next for Manor Lords, including AI progress, a new way to view records, and a team expansion

Manor Lords, a medieval city-building game, is undergoing significant development as it moves beyond its early access phase. Developer Greg Styczeń has expanded the team to ensure more consistent updates and a wider range of features. Upcoming enhancements include a refined user interface, new graphics inspired by manuscript art, and a river fishing feature that replaces pond resource nodes in certain areas. Recent updates have introduced geographical features like a towering hill on a new map, which is suitable for building a motte and bailey stronghold to improve defenses. The game aims to provide a more immersive experience with additional fishing spots and improved gameplay mechanics.

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April 28, 2025

Oblivion reigns over PC games this week, but there is still time for football, space cats and ghastly mansions

This week in gaming features several new titles: - On April 28th, "Icaria," a programmable robot block-building game, will be released. - April 29th is noted as an unremarkable day for gaming. - On April 30th, two games will launch: "Moroi," a Slavic horror narrative, and "Skin Deep," an immersive sim. - May 1st will see the release of "Despelote," an Ecuadorian soccer adventure, and "The Horror At Highrook," a Lovecraftian mystery. - On May 2nd, "Sirocco," a no-roles naval MOBA, will be introduced. Additionally, discussions about the Oblivion remaster, a beloved RPG from 2006, are expected to continue, alongside a deeper exploration of "Skin Deep" and "The Horror At Highrook."

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April 18, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Chloe Puzzle, Aeon’s End, Riptide GP, more

Nintendo has announced a new pre-order date for the Switch 2. The 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 wireless controller is available at a low price. The Bose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar has a significant price drop. The Galaxy Watch Ultra has savings of up to 0. Featured Android games include Defense Zone 2 HD, Chloe Puzzle Game Pro, Aeon’s End, and Riptide GP. Several free icon packs are also available for download.

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April 2, 2025

The history of the video game that inspired ‘A Minecraft Movie’

On April 4, "A Minecraft Movie" will be released, featuring a cast that includes Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Emma Myers, and Jennifer Coolidge. The film follows four misfits who are transported to a block-based realm and must unite with Steve, played by Black, to protect their world. "Minecraft" is a sandbox game that allows players to explore and create in a limitless environment, rated Everyone 10+ by the ESRB. It has two main modes: Creative, which offers unlimited resources and immortality, and Survival, which involves resource gathering and managing health. Markus "Notch" Persson created "Minecraft" in 2009, launching it officially in November 2011 after successful testing. He sold the game to Microsoft in 2014 for .5 billion, after which Jens "Jeb" Bergensten took over as lead designer. As of 2023, "Minecraft" is the second highest-selling video game, behind Tetris, and has received numerous updates, with the latest being the "Trials and Tales Update."

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April 1, 2025

Minecraft-Like Game ‘Hytopia’ Launches AI Vibe Coding Competition

Hytopia, a Minecraft-inspired crypto voxelverse and world-building game, is hosting a competition for creators to develop web-based mini-games using its SDK and AI-powered "vibe coding." The competition lasts 14 days, from April 1 to April 15, 2025, with a judging period of one week afterward. Participants must ensure their mini-games are at least 80% AI coded. Prizes include ,500 for the winner, ,000 for second place, and 0 for third place. Vibe coding allows users to interact with an AI assistant for coding without needing advanced skills. Hytopia was originally launched in 2022 as NFT Worlds but pivoted to create its own game after Mojang prohibited NFTs on its servers.

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April 1, 2025

Which Cinema Format Should You Choose For Minecraft: The Movie?

Minecraft's film adaptation is set for release on April 4, 2025, featuring a cast that includes Jack Black as "Steve," Jason Momoa, and Jennifer Coolidge. The film will be available in various formats, including IMAX 3D, 4DX 3D, RealD 3D, and Dolby Cinema. In the UK, IMAX 3D will only be shown at the BFI IMAX, while other venues will present it in 2D. The film maintains a consistent aspect ratio of 1.85:1 and was not specifically filmed for IMAX. HDR by Barco technology has been applied to the film, promising superior image quality, but it will only be available in six locations worldwide, primarily in North America and one in the UK. Moviegoers are advised to check local listings for availability.