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June 26, 2025

4K Blu-ray Review: A Minecraft Movie

A Minecraft Movie is the highest-grossing Hollywood film of 2025, with ticket sales reaching 0 million and poised to cross the billion threshold. The film features Jack Black as the voice of Steve, who embarks on a journey in the Overworld after discovering the Orb of Dominance. Despite its humorous tone and strong visual and audio presentation, the film lacks character development and fails to explore deeper themes related to creativity and adulthood. It includes supporting characters like Garrett, Henry, and Natalie, but their potential is not fully realized. The 4K Blu-ray release includes special features such as behind-the-scenes content and actor experiences with the game.

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June 19, 2025

Google’s new Veo 3 could land on YouTube Shorts this summer

YouTube's CEO, Neal Mohan, announced at the Cannes Lions Festival that the platform will integrate the advanced Veo 3 model into its Shorts feature. This integration aims to enhance creative capabilities for users and is expected to revolutionize video generation by allowing creators to generate videos using natural language. Veo 3 will enable the creation of immersive backgrounds and complex visualizations, initially limited to six-second clips. The audio features of Veo 3 were highlighted during Google's I/O 2025 event and can be accessed through a Google AI Ultra subscription.

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June 17, 2025

Fallout Shelter has been downloaded 230m times

Fallout Shelter has achieved over 230 million installations since its launch in June 2016. It was initially released on mobile platforms, then expanded to PC in July 2016, followed by Xbox One in February 2017, and later to PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch in June 2018. Bethesda has added extensive content updates to the game, including characters from the Amazon Prime Fallout series and a new questline with eight quests and various new themes, weapons, and outfits.

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June 16, 2025

Lilo & Stitch Box Office Surges Past Minecraft’s Global Earnings

Disney's live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch has surpassed 8 million in global earnings, with 6 million from domestic markets and 2 million internationally. The film's opening weekend generated 6 million, and 57.3% of its total revenue comes from international markets. It has a 76% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. Meanwhile, the Minecraft movie leads the box office with 1 million in earnings, appealing to a wide fanbase, especially in Asia and Europe. The competition between the two films is notable, with Lilo & Stitch speculated to potentially reach the billion-dollar milestone. Both Disney and Warner Bros. are considering sequels for their respective films.

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June 12, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Tops DEG Digital Transactions Chart for Week of June 1

The Minecraft Movie is officially in development, aiming to bring the game's blocky universe to life on screen. The film will focus on themes of creativity, adventure, exploration, and friendship, featuring a diverse cast of characters on unique journeys. Industry insiders suggest collaborations with renowned filmmakers and the use of cutting-edge technology to create visuals that reflect the game's aesthetic. This project marks a significant step in the trend of adapting video games into feature films, potentially leading to more adaptations in the future.

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June 5, 2025

Lilo & Stitch North America Box Office: Soon To Join A Minecraft Movie, Becoming 2nd Hollywood Film Of 2025 To Cross This Milestone!

Disney's live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch has earned 2.73 million at the North American box office within 12 days of release. On its twelfth day, the film grossed .5 million, a 60.37% increase from the previous day. It is close to crossing the 0 million threshold in the domestic market and has a total worldwide box office collection of 7.26 million, with 4.52 million from overseas markets.

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May 23, 2025

A MINECRAFT MOVIE Levels Up to Another Major Milestone

A MINECRAFT MOVIE has become one of the top 75 highest-grossing films of all time, currently ranking 75th with a global total of 0,696,673, surpassing BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY. It is also the highest-grossing domestic release of the year and the second highest-grossing film worldwide. The film has received praise for its uplifting worldview and themes of friendship, courage, and redemption, though it includes action violence, mild foul language, and frightening imagery. It has been nominated for the Kid’s Choice Awards, with stars Jason Momoa, Jack Black, and Emma Myers receiving individual nominations. The success of A MINECRAFT MOVIE indicates a growing trend in Hollywood towards video game adaptations, potentially leading to films based on franchises like Grand Theft Auto, Call of Duty, Fortnite, and Roblox.

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May 18, 2025

Warner Bros. Scores Unexpected Hat Trick: “Final Destination,” “Sinners,” “Minecraft” Year’s Biggest Hits

Warner Bros. has achieved significant success in 2025 with three blockbuster films. "Final Destination: Bloodlines" earned over million domestically and million worldwide. "A Minecraft Movie" grossed million globally, with 40% from the U.S. and 60% from international markets. "Sinners," directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, has made million globally. The success of these films has improved the outlook for Warner Bros. executives Mike DeLuca and Pam Abdy, who were previously facing potential dismissal. Anticipation is building for the upcoming "Superman" film directed by James Gunn.

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May 15, 2025

Chargers schedule: Los Angeles dazzles with Minecraft inspired schedule release video

The NFL has unveiled its schedule for the 2025-2026 season, with the Los Angeles Chargers gaining attention for their innovative game lineup announcement. They created a nearly five-minute cinematic video that features whimsical storytelling and references to various teams and players. Highlights include a portrayal of the Kansas City Chiefs, quarterback Justin Herbert's humorous quest, appearances by Saquon Barkley and Mike McDaniel, and a dramatic scene involving the Las Vegas Raiders and Philadelphia Eagles. The video has been well-received on social media, showcasing the Chargers' marketing creativity and engaging their fanbase.

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May 13, 2025

You can now watch A Minecraft Movie at home in the US – but when is the UK release coming?

A Minecraft Movie has surpassed 0 million in global box office receipts and is available for home viewing in the United States. It can be purchased or rented on platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV. The digital release in the UK is set for 19 May at midnight BST, with pre-orders available. DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD formats can also be pre-ordered, though an official release date for physical copies is not confirmed. A limited edition 4K Steelbook will be available exclusively at HMV. The film has the potential to reach the billion mark in box office receipts, and while a sequel has not been officially greenlit, discussions have taken place, and the director expressed excitement about the possibility.