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CineCrossroads: “Minecraft,” “Groundhog Day,” and “Klaus”
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December 26, 2025

CineCrossroads: “Minecraft,” “Groundhog Day,” and “Klaus”

The film adaptation of Minecraft follows Steve, who navigates a cubic universe where creativity is essential. As malevolent forces threaten this world, Steve must defend it. He is joined by individuals from the real world who initially want to return home but begin to embrace the creativity of the realm. The film has achieved record box office results, becoming one of the most successful global releases of 2025. Groundhog Day features Bill Murray as Phil Connors, a weatherman stuck in a time loop, exploring themes of personal growth and responsibility as he transforms from a cynical person to one capable of empathy and love. Klaus tells the story of Jesper, a postal worker sent to a remote town to learn responsibility, who partners with the woodsman Klaus to bring warmth and trust to the unwelcoming town of Smeerensburg. The film emphasizes the importance of human choices and kindness, offering a different perspective on holiday traditions.
Why A Minecraft Movie was 2025's most important film
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December 23, 2025

Why A Minecraft Movie was 2025’s most important film

The film adaptation of a beloved brick-building video game, A Minecraft Movie, has become the highest-grossing film in the US for 2025 and ranks fourth worldwide, nearing the billion mark globally. It features Jack Black and includes a musical number about "lava chicken." Oppenheimer, starring Cillian Murphy, is the third highest-grossing film in 2023. A Minecraft Movie received a 48% rating on Rotten Tomatoes but exceeded audience expectations during its opening weekend in April, with active participation from viewers. Some screenings required police intervention due to the excitement, as fans engaged enthusiastically with the film.
Helldivers 2 on PC will now take up 85% less space thanks to reduced installation size
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December 3, 2025

Helldivers 2 on PC will now take up 85% less space thanks to reduced installation size

Arrowhead Studios has reduced the installation size of the PC version of Helldivers 2 to 23GB, down from 154GB, by optimizing asset management with Nixxes. This reduction involved eliminating duplicated assets, which previously aimed to enhance loading times for players using mechanical hard drives. The studio confirmed that the majority of loading time is due to level generation rather than asset loading, and the differences in loading times between the new and old versions are minimal. A "slim version" is currently available for testing, with plans to make it the default version after confirming stability. The legacy version is expected to be discontinued next year.
Minecraft Mounts of Mayhem is finally ready to be unleashed, so here's when you can ride a zombie horse into battle
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November 26, 2025

Minecraft Mounts of Mayhem is finally ready to be unleashed, so here’s when you can ride a zombie horse into battle

Mojang is set to release the Mounts of Mayhem update for Minecraft on December 9, which will include new features such as: - A new weapon type, the spear, which can be crafted from various materials and has two attack modes: a quick jab and a powerful charge attack. It can also have a unique enchantment called Lunge. - New rideable mobs, including the nautilus, which is suitable for underwater exploration, alongside a zombie variant and hostile drowned mobs. - Enhanced horses that can now wear netherite-tier armor, with zombified horses spawning as overworld mobs. - The introduction of the camel husk, the tallest mob in Minecraft, which appears with two hostile mobs: a husk and a new type called the parched that attacks from a distance.
Live-action Far Cry TV series starring It's Always Sunny's Rob Mac will mimic the games' standalone format, with each season given 'a new setting following a new cast of characters'
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November 25, 2025

Live-action Far Cry TV series starring It’s Always Sunny’s Rob Mac will mimic the games’ standalone format, with each season given ‘a new setting following a new cast of characters’

Ubisoft has confirmed the development of a live-action Far Cry television series, co-created by Noah Hawley and Rob McElhenney. The series will follow the structure of the games, with each season set in a different location and featuring a new cast of characters. Hawley describes the Far Cry franchise as an anthology, while McElhenney will serve as an executive producer and star in the series. The creative team has a variety of locations to draw inspiration from, including Micronesia, Central Africa, Southeast Asia, and Montana. This adaptation follows a previous film attempt in 2008 and a recent Netflix animated series that received positive feedback.
Dole promotes healthy eating in Minecraft for global campaign
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November 1, 2025

Dole promotes healthy eating in Minecraft for global campaign

Dole Food Company has partnered with Minecraft to launch a global campaign titled “Make the World a Healthier Place,” promoting healthy lifestyles through education on eating habits, hydration, and nutrition. The campaign will run from October 2025 to March 2026 in countries including the U.S., Canada, Germany, Italy, Greece, and the Netherlands, featuring in-store displays and social media activations. Players can unlock a Dole Banana Hoodie for their Minecraft avatar by uploading a Dole Banana sticker or Dole Pineapple tag on a microsite, which will also offer digital content like activity sheets and coloring pages. Dole will release two waves of stickers featuring Minecraft characters, including iconic figures and animals. The campaign will include Minecraft-inspired recipes such as Golden Banana Ingots and Creeper Crusher Smoothies. Dole has seen a year-over-year revenue increase of 14.3%, reaching .4 billion in the second quarter ending June 30.
A Minecraft Movie gets inevitable sequel after grossing almost $1bn, putting lava chicken back on the menu
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October 10, 2025

A Minecraft Movie gets inevitable sequel after grossing almost $1bn, putting lava chicken back on the menu

A sequel to A Minecraft Movie is in development and is scheduled to be released in theaters on July 23, 2027. Director Jared Hess will return to direct the sequel, which has been anticipated since discussions began in April. The original film achieved the largest domestic debut for a video game film in the U.S., grossing 1.5 million during its opening weekend and nearly 3 million globally. The total gross of the film is approaching billion. Unique screening experiences, such as the Chicken Jockey phenomenon, contributed to its success. Speculation about the sequel's storyline includes potential exploration of The Far Lands.
The indie horror game that fought back against Monster Energy trademark trolling (and won) is now being made into a movie
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September 10, 2025

The indie horror game that fought back against Monster Energy trademark trolling (and won) is now being made into a movie

Glowstick Entertainment has secured a deal with So It Goes Entertainment to adapt its survival horror game, Dark Deception, into a feature film. The game has sold over six-and-a-half million copies and has attracted 58 million players worldwide. The film adaptation will be written by Adrian Speckert and Cory Todd Hughes. Glowstick faced legal challenges from Monster Energy over the use of the term "monster" in their game title, but the US Patent and Trademark Office ruled in Glowstick's favor, allowing them to continue using "monster" in their titles.
Microsoft Scored With Minecraft Movie: Is Call Of Duty The Next Box Office Hit?
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September 4, 2025

Microsoft Scored With Minecraft Movie: Is Call Of Duty The Next Box Office Hit?

Microsoft Corp has partnered with Paramount Skydance to develop a live-action film based on the Call of Duty franchise, following its acquisition of Activision Blizzard for .7 billion. Paramount will handle production and distribution of the film. Call of Duty, which has sold over 500 million units since its launch in 2003, presents a wealth of material for adaptation. David Ellison, CEO of Paramount, expressed his excitement about the project. The partnership could lead to a broader Call of Duty universe, including multiple films and television series. Recent successes in video game adaptations include "A Minecraft Movie," which grossed .9 million domestically and .7 million globally. Microsoft acquired Mojang Studios, the parent company of Minecraft, for .5 billion in 2014. Activision Blizzard previously had success with the film "Warcraft," which grossed 9 million globally.
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