Minecraft

About

Minecraft is a popular open-world game where players can explore, build, and survive in infinite worlds, either alone or with friends, in both local and massively multiplayer modes. The game offers creative and survival modes, with unlimited resources or the need to mine and craft weapons and armor to fend off mobs. Additional features include the marketplace, slash commands, and add-ons for further customization.

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Play Modes

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 111 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Minecraft on the Nintendo Switch offers a perfect blend of portability and creative gameplay, making it an ideal choice for both kids and adults.
The game features intuitive controls and vibrant graphics, providing a smooth and enjoyable experience whether played in handheld or docked mode.
With endless creative possibilities and regular updates, Minecraft ensures hours of entertainment and encourages collaboration among players.

The graphics and performance on the Switch are not as detailed as on more powerful platforms like PC or Xbox, which may disappoint some players.
Multiplayer functionality requires a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, which can be seen as an unnecessary additional cost for local play.
Some players find the controls on the Switch less precise compared to using a mouse and keyboard, which can hinder building and exploration.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The gameplay is praised for its unique combination of portable play and creative mechanics, offering an engaging experience with excellent online and local multiplayer support. Players appreciate the familiar mechanics reminiscent of Minecraft, highlighting the near-endless gameplay possibilities and enhanced accessibility in this handheld version.
- “The combination of portable gameplay and creative mechanics makes this game a unique experience.”
- “8-player online and 4-player local multiplayer support, for people who enjoy the core game, near-endless gameplay to be had, the best and most accessible handheld version of the game… period.”
- “The same Minecraft gameplay that players know and love, with excellent online multiplayer functionality, and portability is better than ever.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
Overall, the game's optimization is satisfactory, with minimal loading times reported and smooth performance on both home and portable consoles. Players appreciate the seamless experience, especially with the included content enhancing the overall value.
- “There are occasionally minimal loading times, but overall the performance is satisfactory.”
- “Maximum Minecraft at home and on the move, runs smoothly with standard console controls, good Mario content and Mario world, bundled DLC to sweeten the deal.”
- “There are occasional minimal loading times, but overall the performance is satisfactory.”
- “C) performance.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
300%
The PS4 and Xbox One versions of the game deliver sharper 1080p/60 visuals and support significantly larger world sizes of up to 5,120 x 5,120, while the Switch version is limited to medium-sized maps of 3,072 x 3,072.
- “The PS4 and Xbox One versions offer sharper 1080p/60 visuals and support for the largest 5,120 x 5,120 world sizes, compared to the Switch's 3,072 x 3,072 medium-sized maps.”
- “The PS4 and Xbox One versions offer sharper 1080p/60 visuals and support for the largest 5,120 x 5,120 world sizes, while the Switch is limited to 3,072 x 3,072 medium-sized maps.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail and polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack the depth and realism that would enhance the overall experience.”