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June 17, 2025

Minecraft’s New Update Lets Players Go Flying And Adds Vibrant Visuals

Minecraft is introducing Vibrant Visuals for the Bedrock Edition, with plans for the Java Edition. The Chase the Skies update includes a quest to discover and revive a dried ghast in the Nether, which can then be used for aerial adventures. The update also features a new Locator bar for easier multiplayer interactions, six new music tracks by Amos Roddy, and the ability to craft saddles. Additionally, Minecraft has launched baseball-themed fan caves in collaboration with Major League Baseball. The Minecraft Movie has grossed over [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Minecraft, the beloved sandbox game that has captivated players since its inception in 2009, is set to undergo a significant transformation with the introduction of Vibrant Visuals. This new cosmetic refresh is specifically designed for the Bedrock Edition, with plans for a future rollout to the Java Edition. As anticipation builds, players can dive into the latest update, Chase the Skies, which is now available across all platforms. Chase the Skies Update The Chase the Skies update introduces an exciting new quest for players: the opportunity to discover a dried ghast in the Nether. By placing this ghast in water, players can revive it, nurturing it until it evolves into a joyful companion. Once transformed, players can take to the skies aboard their happy ghasts, embarking on aerial adventures across the Overworld, as showcased in the captivating trailer. In addition to this whimsical feature, the update also includes a new Locator bar, enhancing the multiplayer experience by helping players locate their friends with ease. Music aficionados will appreciate the six new tracks composed by Amos Roddy, including titles such as Lilypad, Below and Above, and Fireflies. Notably, the track Tears can only be obtained through a unique interaction with a ghast after a non-conventional defeat. Players will also enjoy the newfound ability to craft their own saddles, eliminating the tedious search for pre-made options. This feature promises to streamline gameplay and enhance the overall experience. In other developments within the Minecraft universe, the game has recently launched baseball-themed fan caves in collaboration with Major League Baseball, further expanding its cultural footprint. Additionally, the Minecraft Movie, a cinematic success grossing over 0 million worldwide, is set to make its streaming debut on Max on June 20, followed by its HBO premiere on June 21." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"] million worldwide and will stream on Max on June 20, followed by an HBO premiere on June 21.

AppWizard

June 14, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Gets Max Streaming Release Date

“A Minecraft Movie” will debut on Max on June 20. The film features an ensemble cast including Jason Momoa, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Sebastian Hansen, and is inspired by the sandbox game developed by Mojang Studios. The characters are transported into the Overworld and team up with a character named Steve, voiced by Jack Black. The movie earned 3 million domestically and 0 million internationally during its opening weekend, marking the best opening weekend of 2025 and setting a new benchmark for video game adaptations. Its total box office performance reached 1 million worldwide. Warner Bros. executives praised the film as a “world-class achievement.”

AppWizard

June 5, 2025

Summer Game Fest 2025 preview: The big games and developers to expect at Friday’s livestream

E3 has transitioned into the Summer Game Fest, led by Geoff Keighley, featuring a livestream on June 6 at 2 pm Pacific on YouTube. New developers include Raw Power Games, working on a medieval sandbox game, and Soft Rains, developing a sci-fi action game. Big studios like 505 Games, 2K Games, Bandai Namco, Capcom, CD Projekt, Embark, IO Interactive, Square Enix, Techland, Xbox, PlayStation, Epic Games, Pearl Abyss, and Sega are expected to showcase new titles or updates. Additional partners include 1047 Games, Amazon Games, Annapurna Interactive, Atari, Bellring Games, Blumhouse Games, Coffee Stain, Devolver Digital, Dotemu, Dreamhaven, Enhance, Focus Entertainment, Frontier, Funcom, iam8bit Presents, Kakao Games, Kinetic Games, Kuro Games, Level Infinite, Magic the Gathering, Megabit, Meta Quest, Mundfish, NCSoft, Nekki, Neowiz, Netmarble, Niantic, Nintendo Switch 2, Nuverse, Playstack, PlaySide, PM Studios, Razer, Supermassive Games, Xsolla, and Yacht Club Games. An "intense body horror" game titled ILL and beta access to Soulframe will also be featured, with Hideo Kojima confirmed to attend.

AppWizard

June 3, 2025

Minecraft Movie Streaming Soon on Max With Sources Pointing To June Date

The Minecraft Movie is set to stream on Max, with a potential release date of June 20, 2025, although this has not been officially confirmed by Warner Bros. Discovery. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring Jason Momoa, premiered in theaters on May 30, 2025. It will be available for digital purchase or rental on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Physical editions (4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD) are scheduled for release on June 24, 2025. In 2025, Minecraft modpacks are evolving, with a focus on technical modpacks and new gameplay experiences. Notable modpacks include "Biohazard: Project Genesis" and "Multiversal Archeology," which emphasize automation and resource gathering. Popular modpacks are introducing intricate quest systems, performance optimizations, and visual enhancements, including high-definition textures and dynamic lighting. Tools like CurseForge and packwiz are streamlining modpack creation and sharing. The Bedrock Edition has seen new modpacks like "Elemental Horizons" and "Survival Evolution." "Technological Frontiers 4" is currently the top-rated modpack on CurseForge. The 1.21 update has influenced modpack developments, leading to new dungeon exploration themes.

AppWizard

May 12, 2025

Doom: The Dark Ages helms a week of GTA-style cop games, sweaty animal spas and feudal strategy

- Chambers is a new Weird West shooter from the creators of Golden Light. - Labyrinth Of The Demon King is a first-person dungeon-crawler set in feudal Japan. - The Precinct is a top-down 1980s urban sandbox game where players are policemen battling gangs. - Animal Spa is a resort for chibi creatures that allows players to enjoy their bathing rituals while managing tasks. - Doom: The Dark Ages features "gratifying and chunky violence" but has been criticized for restrictive combat and tedious exploration. - Into The Restless Ruins allows players to build dungeons as they explore them. - House Of Legacy is an isometric strategy management game inspired by imperial China. - Kulebra And The Souls Of Limbo is a whimsical adventure game based on Latin American myths, focusing on helping shades find closure. - The editorial team is working on longer-form pieces about survival games and nihilism, with Nic and James collaborating on a review of Doom: The Dark Ages. - Brendy missed the morning meeting but provided information about Take Two Interactive's financials, which may relate to the anticipated delay of GTA 6.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

Minecraft officially kills support for VR

Microsoft has discontinued support for virtual reality (VR) and Mixed Reality (MR) in Minecraft with the release of Bedrock Edition version 1.21.80. This decision is part of a broader strategy to phase out its MR technology. Players can still use the Vivecraft mod to play Minecraft on Oculus or Windows MR devices, but this requires the original PC Java version of the game. Microsoft announced that VR/MR support would end after March 2025 and assured players that updates for the non-VR version would continue, along with access to Marketplace purchases.

AppWizard

May 4, 2025

Star-trekking sandbox roguelike Approaching Infinity launches after more than 12 years in development

Approaching Infinity is a turn-based sandbox game developed by the micro-indie team at Ibology, which has been in development for over twelve years and has recently launched out of early access. The game allows players to assume the role of a customizable captain managing a modular starship, with the ability to assemble a crew of specialists. Players can engage in various activities such as surveying uncharted planets, solving problems, exploring shipwrecks, and interacting with alien species. Approaching Infinity is available on Steam for £15.

AppWizard

May 4, 2025

Minecraft has not gotten worse, you were happier

Minecraft is a sandbox game that has evolved significantly since its initial release over fourteen years ago, receiving regular updates that introduce new blocks, mobs, and mechanics. While some players prefer the simplicity of earlier versions, others appreciate the innovations and complexities of newer updates. Critics argue that recent iterations have diminished the game's quality, but this perspective overlooks the fact that the newer versions are simply different, not inferior. The game encourages creativity and allows players to engage with any version they prefer, fostering a diverse community. Significant changes, such as the revamping of the Nether and the expansion of caves, have added new layers of difficulty. The fondness for earlier versions is often rooted in nostalgia rather than a decline in quality, and Minecraft's ongoing evolution is essential to its longevity and appeal.

BetaBeacon

April 24, 2025

VR brought out the kid in me again

Plastic Battlegrounds is a sandbox toy-based battle simulator game that allows players to embody a plastic soldier and engage in battles and scenarios in different parts of a house. The game focuses on creativity and imagination rather than advanced AI or cutting-edge graphics.

AppWizard

April 24, 2025

Jason Momoa performs humiliation ritual in the form of “A Minecraft Movie”

“A Minecraft Movie” is directed by Jared Hess and features an eclectic cast including Jack Black as Steve, Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge. The film blends nostalgia with absurdity, showcasing a perplexing narrative that leaves viewers amused yet bewildered. While it attempts to evoke memories of the popular game, many fans found the execution lacking and disconnected from the game’s core principles, particularly in character decision-making. Despite its shortcomings, the film incorporates humor and exaggerated performances, creating a unique viewing experience that some may find enjoyable.