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May 2, 2025

Every Minecraft Nerf Blaster You Can Buy Right Now

Minecraft has collaborated with Nerf to create a range of blasters inspired by the game. The following Nerf Minecraft products are available: 1. Nerf Minecraft Bow Dart Blaster - £14.99, features string-priming action and high-performance N1 darts. 2. Nerf MicroShots Minecraft Cave Spider Blaster - Compact design with rapid-fire capabilities. 3. Nerf Microshots Minecraft Chicken Blaster - £19.99, fires one dart at a time. 4. Nerf MicroShots Minecraft Ender Dragon and Elder Guardian Mini Blaster 2-Pack - £37.19, features both bosses from Minecraft. 5. Nerf Ender Dragon Blaster - Over £37.18, includes dragon design and storage for 12 darts. 6. Nerf Minecraft Firebrand, Dart Blasting Axe - £19.66, three-dart capacity. 7. Nerf MicroShots Minecraft Ghast Mini Blaster - £11.95, single-shot action. 8. Nerf MicroShots Minecraft Guardian Mini Blaster - £12.99, features two mini-sized darts. 9. Nerf Minecraft Heartstealer Toy Sword - £19.79, combines sword aesthetics with blaster functionality. 10. Nerf Minecraft Pillager's Crossbow Dart Blaster - £29.94, fires six darts consecutively. 11. Nerf Minecraft Sabrewing Motorized Blaster Bow - £44.99, motorized blasting with an 8-dart clip. 12. Nerf Microshot Minecraft Snow Golem Mini Blaster - Compact and easy to use. 13. Nerf Minecraft Stormlander Dart-Blasting Hammer - £25.19, fires three darts.

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April 29, 2025

How ‘Minecraft’ and ‘Sinners’ went viral in completely different ways

Two films, “A Minecraft Movie” and “Sinners,” have achieved notable box office success, largely due to their viral presence on social media. “Minecraft” has grossed 6 million globally with a production budget of approximately million, while “Sinners” has earned 2 million with a budget of million. “Sinners” experienced a 6% drop in domestic earnings in its second weekend, indicating growing popularity. The interactive atmosphere of “Minecraft” screenings has drawn comparisons to the “Rocky Horror Picture Show,” with audience engagement being a significant factor in its success. Warner Bros. has responded to audience feedback by adapting marketing strategies for both films, including collaborations with influencers and in-game activations with Mojang Studios. Influencers played a key role in promoting both films, with a focus on engaging diverse demographics. The successes highlight a shift in audience expectations towards interactive and emotionally resonant theater experiences.

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April 18, 2025

Rhode Island ‘Minecraft’ Moviegoers Slashed By Kids With Knives

Four male teenagers, aged 14 to 16, have been charged following a violent altercation outside Apple Cinemas in Warwick, Rhode Island, on April 15. The incident began when the teenagers became agitated during a screening of A Minecraft Movie and followed three adults to their vehicle, where they attacked them with knives, resulting in two adults being slashed. The injuries were not life-threatening. The suspects were apprehended by police, and the weapons used were recovered. The teenagers are in custody at the Rhode Island State Training School, awaiting a Family Court appearance. One victim suffered a laceration to the triceps, and another had a cut to the forehead.

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April 17, 2025

Jared Hess Is Still a Sundance Guy: Why the Smash Hit ‘Minecraft Movie’ Feels a Little Like an Indie Film

Jared Hess, director of “A Minecraft Movie,” admires Robert Eggers’ reinterpretation of “Nosferatu” for its distinct personality and unexpected storytelling elements. Hess gained recognition with “Napoleon Dynamite” at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival, which became successful through word-of-mouth. “A Minecraft Movie” has earned over million at the box office after three weekends, significantly surpassing “Napoleon Dynamite's” total earnings. Hess's children served as unofficial consultants during the film's development, contributing to its personal touch. Adapting “Minecraft” posed challenges due to its lack of a traditional narrative, but it also allowed for creative freedom, particularly with the character of Steve. The film was primarily shot in Auckland, New Zealand, and Hess emphasized collaboration with game developers to balance fidelity to the source material with innovative storytelling. Despite mixed critical reception, Hess maintains his comedic style focused on character and story, and he hopes for broader opportunities in Hollywood.

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April 12, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ On Pace For $80 Million Box Office In Weekend 2

Jack Black and Jason Momoa's A Minecraft Movie earned 3 million during its opening weekend from 4,263 locations in North America and surpassed the 0 million threshold domestically by Thursday. The film's global total exceeded 3 million within three days. For its second weekend, projections suggest it could earn around million, defying earlier estimates of million. Competing against five new releases, The King of Kings is expected to earn over million from 3,200 theaters, while The Amateur is projected to earn around million from 3,400 venues, and Warfare is expected to generate approximately million from 2,670 theaters. The mystery thriller Drop is anticipated to bring in .7 million from 3,085 theaters. Final box office figures will be released on Monday.

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April 11, 2025

Box Office Projections: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Poised For Big 2nd Weekend

A Minecraft Movie, featuring Jack Black and Jason Momoa, earned 3 million in domestic ticket sales during its opening weekend from April 4-6, surpassing initial projections of 1 million to 2 million. The film has a production budget of 90 million and has grossed 3.9 million globally as of Wednesday. Projections for its second weekend suggest a revenue drop to around 1 million, with estimates ranging from 1 million to 3 million. None of the five new film releases this weekend are expected to challenge A Minecraft Movie for the top spot at the domestic box office.

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April 9, 2025

Yes, Jack Black And Jason Momoa Have ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Action Figures

A Minecraft Movie will have action figures produced by Mattel, including 4-inch figures of characters Steve (Jack Black), Garrett (Jason Momoa), and Henry (Sebastian Hansen). The figures will be available as single-carded items and in playsets, with accessories for Steve including a backpack, chicken leg, and sword. The film opened with domestic ticket sales of million, exceeding initial projections, and achieved a total opening weekend gross of 3.7 million worldwide against a production budget of million. The movie is directed by Jared Hess and features a cast that includes Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Sebastian Hansen.

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April 4, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Bound For Platinum Box Office Weekend After $7M+ Thursday Previews

Presales for Warner Bros/Legendary's A Minecraft Movie surged this week, with early previews projected to exceed initial estimates. The film, directed by Jared Hess and starring Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge, has already outperformed previous Sonic the Hedgehog films in preview numbers. A Minecraft Movie has a dedicated fanbase, with 300 million copies sold and nearly 140 million monthly active players. It currently holds a 51% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, while Five Nights at Freddy’s, which had a lower critical score, achieved a high audience score. Warner Bros has not commented on the film's opening weekend forecasts.

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April 1, 2025

Jack Black, Jason Momoa square off in ‘Minecraft’ movie

Actors Jack Black and Jason Momoa are promoting their upcoming film adaptation of the video game 'Minecraft,' set to be released by Warner Bros on March 18, 2025. Black plays the character Steve and has a strong connection to the game, having immersed himself in it before the film. Momoa portrays Garrett, and the film includes iconic elements from the game such as creepers, zombies, and villagers. The plot involves four characters discovering Steve's belongings in the real world, leading to their transport to the Overworld through a magic cube. Black was familiar with the game, while Momoa had not played it prior to filming.

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March 31, 2025

Minecraft tips you need to know – from how to beat Endermen to pumpkin secrets

Minecraft has 204.33 million monthly users across various platforms. Llamas can serve as mobile storage with an inventory of 3 to 15 slots. The breaking pattern on blocks indicates orientation, appearing on the northern side. Lava is a superior fuel source in furnaces, outlasting wood and coal. Diamonds can now be found between levels 15 and 63, with deeper levels offering better chances. Players can change a blue sheep to red by bringing it near an Evoker. Torches can break surrounding sand and gravel blocks. Mushroom biomes do not spawn hostile mobs at night. Wearing a carved pumpkin prevents direct eye contact with Endermen. Iron Golems can be created for defense using iron blocks and a carved pumpkin. Cats deter Creepers. Doors placed underwater create air bubbles. Snowballs can defeat Blazes from a distance. Illuminating mob spawners with torches can stop enemy spawns. The Swift Sneak enchantment allows faster sneaking. Mooshrooms can be milked for mushroom stew. Dogs' collars can be dyed for identification. Covering pixel art with glass panes preserves designs. Zombies are attracted to turtle eggs.