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May 8, 2025

Weirdly, one of our favorite board games works even better in Minecraft

The British YouTube group, The Yogscast, has adapted the social deduction game Blood on the Clocktower within Minecraft, introducing unique characters such as the Wizard, who can transform players into sheep, and the Amnesiac, who must discover their power by finding hidden items in the game world. This adaptation features a collaborative map developed with the Lonely Yogs Discord, including detailed town buildings and houses for players. The community continues to innovate and preserve the essence of the original game through creative adaptations and shared experiences.

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May 8, 2025

Minecraft Franchise Pixelates on an International Scale

A Minecraft Movie made its theatrical debut last month, achieving a record-breaking release. The franchise has over 200 licensing partners worldwide, expanding its reach through various collaborations that enhance both the film and the gaming experience. Notable U.S. partnerships include Fossil, which launched a collection of luxury accessories; Woobles, offering crochet kits; Crocs, with Minecraft-licensed footwear and Jibbitz; and Home Chef, creating themed meal kits. Internationally, new tabletop games and pinball machines are set to launch in August 2025, along with pet and camping gear in Europe, bedding in Mexico, crafting supplies in Japan, and party essentials in Brazil. Bandai will debut its health and beauty line in Japan in September, with additional rollouts planned. Food and beverage initiatives include offerings from San Carlo in Italy, Marumiya in Japan, Finsbury Foods in the UK and France, and Norco in Australia and New Zealand, as well as new snacks and dairy products across Europe and Brazil. Dairy Farmers of America released Minecraft-inspired vanilla-flavored green milk in March.

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May 8, 2025

A MINECRAFT MOVIE Brings the Party to 4K and Blu-ray June 24th!

A Minecraft Movie will debut digitally on May 13, 2025, and is produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures. The film features a cast that includes Jason Momoa and Jack Black, directed by Jared Hess. It has grossed over 2 million globally, achieving the highest domestic opening of 2025 and becoming the most successful film based on a video game. The film will be available on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and AppleTV, with physical formats (4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD) released on June 24. The story follows four characters who are transported into the Minecraft world and must navigate challenges to return home. The film runs for 101 minutes and is rated PG. Special features will include behind-the-scenes content and explorations of the film's creative process.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

How To Watch A Minecraft Movie At Home

"A Minecraft Movie" is directed by Hess and features Jack Black as Steve, who explains the game's mechanics in a relatable way. The film is characterized as a quirky indie comedy with eccentric characters, avoiding a serious tone. It has gained popularity through audience participation, particularly during the Chicken Jockey scene, although this has raised concerns about potential damage to theater screens. Warner Bros. will release the film digitally on May 13, 2025, and on physical media on June 24, 2025, including formats like 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD, along with three 15-minute documentaries. The film's viewing experience has been compared to "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," with spontaneous audience interactions. The cast includes Sebastian Eugene Hansen, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

Minecraft details raft of new licensees across accessories, footwear, gaming gear and more

Minecraft has announced new partnerships in various sectors, including accessories, footwear, and gaming gear, as part of its licensing initiatives. Hanna Willis, Head of Consumer Products for Minecraft, expressed enthusiasm about the brand's global licensing program and the diverse new partners. The partnerships are expected to introduce new products appealing to both fans and newcomers, leveraging the expertise of different companies while capturing the essence of the game.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

Minecraft Movie Smashes Records: Now the 2nd Highest-Grossing Video Game Film Ever!

The Minecraft Movie has earned .6 million during its second weekend, bringing its domestic total to 0 million and its global revenue to 0 million, including .6 million from international earnings. Regal Movies is hosting a special screening of the Chicken Jockey scene on April 20. The film ranks second among live-action video game adaptations at the box office, behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which has a global total of .3 billion. The Minecraft Movie received a score of 7/10 in reviews, and discussions of a sequel are underway, with preorders for the home video release currently available.

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May 7, 2025

Jack Black’s Minecraft Song Hits Billboard 100: Shortest Track Ever to Chart!

The Minecraft Movie has become a major success, breaking box office records and is on track to be the highest-grossing video game adaptation ever. The song "Steve's Lava Chicken," performed by Jack Black, debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart at No. 78 on May 3, 2025, making it the shortest song to ever appear on the chart. It also reached No. 10 on the Hot Rock Songs Chart and debuted at No. 21 on the UK official chart. Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures are hosting special Block Party Edition screenings of the film on May 2, encouraging audience engagement through singing and interaction.

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May 7, 2025

Jack Black’s ‘Minecraft’ Smash Gives The Actor A Career-Best High

Jack Black's song "Steve’s Lava Chicken," featured in the film A Minecraft Movie, has gained significant popularity, reaching the top 10 on multiple music charts in the United Kingdom. It has achieved No. 8 on the Official Singles Downloads chart, No. 9 on both the Official Singles Sales and Official Singles charts, and No. 10 on the Official Streaming chart. This marks Jack Black's first entry into the top 10 across all four rankings, despite previous attempts with other songs.

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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 7, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Available Digitally May 13, on Disc June 24

The Minecraft Movie is in development, aiming to blend the game's pixelated world with cinematic storytelling. It will explore themes of adventure, friendship, and creativity, featuring familiar elements of crafting and exploration along with original characters. While casting details are not yet available, there is speculation about high-profile talent involved in the project. The production team is considering innovative marketing strategies to engage the Minecraft community, including interactive experiences and collaborations with content creators. The film has the potential to influence future video game adaptations in cinema.