Minecraft

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Minecraft is a single player survival action adventure game. It was developed by Mojang AB and was released on September 20, 2017. It received positive reviews from critics.

The game involves players creating and destroying various types of blocks in a three dimensional environment. The player takes an avatar that can destroy or create blocks, forming fantastic structures, creations and artwork across the various multiplayer servers in multiple game modes.

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Play Modes

Single-Player

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Excellent online multiplayer functionality and local co-op options enhance the social experience.
Portability on the Switch allows for seamless gameplay at home and on the go.
The game offers limitless possibilities for creativity and exploration, making it endlessly enjoyable.

Split screen on the undocked screen can be difficult to see and uncomfortable for players.
The mini-game modes lack variety, which may lead to repetitive gameplay.
Resolution is limited to 720p, even when docked, which may disappoint some players.

gameplay
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The gameplay of Minecraft remains true to its beloved core mechanics, offering excellent online multiplayer functionality and enhanced portability. Players can enjoy near-endless creativity with friends, supported by 8-player online and 4-player local multiplayer options, making it the most accessible handheld version of the game to date.
- “The simplicity of Minecraft: Xbox One Edition's gameplay constantly brings players back for more, and inviting a bunch of friends into the game at any time to help on a creation never gets old as the only limit is the imagination.”
- “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.”
- “Same Minecraft gameplay that players know and love, excellent online multiplayer functionality, portability is better than ever.”
graphics
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The graphics are praised for their solid visuals and smooth framerate, with the PS4 and Xbox One versions delivering sharper 1080p/60 visuals and expansive world sizes compared to the Switch's limitations. The clean and colorful aesthetics enhance the overall experience, contributing to superb performance and accessibility.
- “The PS4 and Xbox One versions offer sharper 1080p/60 visuals and support for the largest 5,120 x 5,120 world sizes, as opposed to the Switch’s 3,072 x 3,072 medium-sized maps.”
- “The improved visuals and larger settings alone make for a significantly better experience than is currently available on older consoles.”
- “Solid visuals and framerate.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance on both home and portable consoles, featuring clean and colorful aesthetics. Players appreciate the enjoyable crafting experience and the removal of world barriers, enhancing accessibility and gameplay fluidity. The bundled DLC adds further value to the overall experience.
- “Clean, colorful aesthetics, crafting is incredibly enjoyable, no more world barriers, superb performance and accessibility.”
- “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.”
stability
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While users report ongoing glitches affecting stability, recent updates have not resolved these issues. However, there is confidence in Mojang and Microsoft's track record of support, suggesting that improvements are likely in the near future.
- “It is not perfect (at the time of writing) since glitches have found their way in, which recent updates did not seem to fix at all. However, Mojang and Microsoft have proven themselves in the past with their support of the regular Nintendo Switch edition, so it is safe to assume that these issues should be completely resolved in the not-so-distant future.”