Minecraft

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8073 Ratings

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  1. aelemire
    Jan 31, 2017
    8
    Minecraft, quite simple can be described as a game where a person moves blocks around to build things and goes on adventures. I was awestruck when I had a student explain the game to me and didn’t really understand the fascination with it. Through some research and discussions with my peer’s I am learning that there is more to the game than I had originally thought. By exploring theMinecraft, quite simple can be described as a game where a person moves blocks around to build things and goes on adventures. I was awestruck when I had a student explain the game to me and didn’t really understand the fascination with it. Through some research and discussions with my peer’s I am learning that there is more to the game than I had originally thought. By exploring the website, I learned how the game can become a virtual reality and brings students together to create, collaborate and problem solve. Using Minecraft in the classroom can become a huge incentive for students that struggle and need that extra push to do well and develop a love for learning. Looking at this now through the lens of an instructional designer I can see where many of the skills and strategies that I have learned about carry over to this concept of gamification.… Expand
  2. billert
    Feb 6, 2017
    10
    HELlo? Someone go tell these people that give low ratings to get on a minecraft server or get a redstone handbook. 10/10 mostly due to creative mode where you can use IMAGINATION.
  3. A_Kuang
    Feb 6, 2017
    10
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  4. BlakeO
    Feb 13, 2017
    9
    Old school graphics, excellent design, that’s what make Minecraft a one-of-a-kind game. Everything is made of “blocks” just like an 8-bit game but it is much smoother. It has an incredible concept and is available on Google Play, the App Store, PS4, Xbox One, and many desktop computers. But a downside is it’s not free, for the mobile version it is $6.99 and for the computer version in isOld school graphics, excellent design, that’s what make Minecraft a one-of-a-kind game. Everything is made of “blocks” just like an 8-bit game but it is much smoother. It has an incredible concept and is available on Google Play, the App Store, PS4, Xbox One, and many desktop computers. But a downside is it’s not free, for the mobile version it is $6.99 and for the computer version in is $27.99. It has fairly simple controls on every platform and exciting gameplay. Minecraft is suitable for all ages and with a multiplayer function, the
    whole family can join a world and have hours of fun.

    I personally have Minecraft on all available platforms: Ipad-mobile, desktop computer-computer, and Xbox one-console. I first got Minecraft on an old Kindle Fire tablet, and the first hour I spent playing the game, was figuring out how the controls and all the other stuff works. When you first load Minecraft for the first time there is no tutorial but the controls are quite simple. Another thing I enjoy is the different “Mob”, monster, mechanics. With one Mob exploding and another one shooting arrows at me, it definitely created a fast pace in-game.

    About a year after I got the pocket edition, sometimes referred to as the mobile version, I decided to purchase the computer version and let me tell you, it was ten times better than the pocket edition (I’m not saying that the pocket edition is bad). With many more features than the pocket edition it provided much more entertaining gameplay. I haven’t spent much time on the Xbox one version, but of what I have seen has told me that it is worth your money. With easy access to multiplayer options the console version would suit an online player nicely.

    With all that being said, if you are a gamer and want a fun, action packed game but with simple graphics, then this should be a definite choice. The cost can be something that makes you not want to get this game, but after you have created an account, you can download it to virtually any computer. If you have a question about the gameplay, graphics, etc, just leave a comment and I’ll be sure to respond.    … Expand
  5. Wizelf402
    Mar 19, 2017
    8
    I personally don't like this game all too much, but I can see that it's a good game. Hating on a game because you personally dislike it for some reason is a bit much. The combat may be a bit clunky, but otherwise Minecraft is a very solid game.
  6. SuperAquaLuigi
    Apr 8, 2017
    10
    Minecraft is definitely a masterpiece in the survival genre. In Survival Mode, you're put in a huge randomly generated world with almost no pointers or directions. Your only goal is to survive. This game does a great job at making you feel vulnerable, as encountering a monster can easily result in you dying and dropping all of your items. All tools and armor will eventually break, you canMinecraft is definitely a masterpiece in the survival genre. In Survival Mode, you're put in a huge randomly generated world with almost no pointers or directions. Your only goal is to survive. This game does a great job at making you feel vulnerable, as encountering a monster can easily result in you dying and dropping all of your items. All tools and armor will eventually break, you can break and collect almost any block, and you can craft items with materials you find. Other than surviving, there isn't really anything your aiming to do (although you can come up with your own goals if you want), you're just constantly exploring and getting more materials. Despite the lack of end-goal, exploring, mining, and surviving doesn't need one, which I'm still not 100% sure on why.

    Then there's Creative Mode if you want to just build instead of surviving. This is where the graphics work to the game's advantage, as the size of the blocks makes building easy and simple, but still capable of producing detailed structures if they're big enough. Also, if those blocks were more detailed, it wouldn't fit aesthetically considering the world is made of blocks. Command Blocks also allow you to change certain aspects of the game, allowing you to create your own maps with unique rules. Due to this, you can make almost anything despite the use of blocks, and that's a testament to the game's creative potential. Whether you want to build or survive, this game has a lot to offer to you, and it's easy to see why it became so popular, especially since it keeps improving with updates.    … Expand
  7. Coramcrash
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    il gioco su cui ho passato più ore in vita mia.
    difficile per me essere oggettivo e non assegnare il 10/10. ma ad essere sincero qualche difetto lo ha e mi devo limitare ad un 97/100.
  8. dibdom
    Mar 14, 2017
    9
    Graphics - 7
    Music - 9
    Gameplay - 9
    Content - 10
    Personal Fun - 10
    Difficulty - 5 .
  9. 14EW567UI89O
    Apr 14, 2017
    10
    המשחק הוא טוב! יש בו דברים שימושים. לדוגמא אפשר להשתמש בבלוק פקודות כדי לעשות הרבה פרויקטים עם רדסטון ורפיתרים וקומפרתורים יש בו הרבה מודים כמו סורביבל כריאיטיב אדוונצ'ר וספקתאיתור. שאפשר להשיג חומרים להביא אוכל וכ'ו... בקיצור יש למשחק הזה המון דברים מה לעשות. וזה שווה את ה-20$ שלכם
    על משחק שאפשר לעשות בו הרבה דברים    המשחק הוא טוב! יש בו דברים שימושים. לדוגמא אפשר להשתמש בבלוק פקודות כדי לעשות הרבה פרויקטים עם רדסטון ורפיתרים וקומפרתורים יש בו הרבה מודים כמו סורביבל כריאיטיב אדוונצ'ר וספקתאיתור. שאפשר להשיג חומרים להביא אוכל וכ'ו... בקיצור יש למשחק הזה המון דברים מה לעשות. וזה שווה את ה-20$ שלכם
    על משחק שאפשר לעשות בו הרבה דברים
  10. Tmonahan
    Jun 4, 2017
    10
    This was actually the very first video game I've ever played! It's a cult classic. After two years of not playing it, I came back to it and everything was completely different! Minecraft is better than ever, and I have revisited some nice nostalgia. This game was my childhood. A must buy for everybody.

    WARNING: DO NOT BUY IF YOU HAVE OCD! I REPEAT, THIS IS NOT A GAME FOR THOSE WHO HAVE    This was actually the very first video game I've ever played! It's a cult classic. After two years of not playing it, I came back to it and everything was completely different! Minecraft is better than ever, and I have revisited some nice nostalgia. This game was my childhood. A must buy for everybody.

    WARNING: DO NOT BUY IF YOU HAVE OCD! I REPEAT, THIS IS NOT A GAME FOR THOSE WHO HAVE OCD! You will most likely freak out, or spend hours getting everything just right. I should know. This game gave me OCD.    … Expand
  11. CowDude121
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    With unique gameplay and mechanics this game is like no other.The idea is simple, build just about anything.With this you can create whatever you want,have your own adventure and not be forced to follow a story.With this game you have nothing to unlock, you make your unlockable creation you can show the world, or your 6 year old brother.With graphics that won't age and a system that anyWith unique gameplay and mechanics this game is like no other.The idea is simple, build just about anything.With this you can create whatever you want,have your own adventure and not be forced to follow a story.With this game you have nothing to unlock, you make your unlockable creation you can show the world, or your 6 year old brother.With graphics that won't age and a system that any gamer will enjoy, this blocky classic will age well.… Expand
  12. robertoiglesias
    Jan 6, 2018
    10
    Minecraft rocks! A truly fantastic game that got a lot of people interested in it, including me.
  13. Maskachirlas
    Aug 13, 2017
    8
    Summary: 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.
  14. aditya1101
    Oct 5, 2017
    8
    Excellent game, although I got bored of it faster than I would've liked ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  15. s2uzair
    Oct 22, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Flawless!!!! Best game in the world and it will remain the best game for eternity. The blocky thing in this game is an art which gives a unique look, i love how it is.… Expand
  16. CatManReviews
    Nov 6, 2017
    8
    Minecraft is a solid sandbox game with endless possibilities, especially when paired with mods. There are great mods, and even greater custom maps. Although there is a lot of bad content mixed in with it. It's simple, Intuitive, Has great concepts like Redstone, and Splash/Lingering Potions, this game is great. I suggest you get JAVA EDITION instead of Windows 10 and no updating to WindowsMinecraft is a solid sandbox game with endless possibilities, especially when paired with mods. There are great mods, and even greater custom maps. Although there is a lot of bad content mixed in with it. It's simple, Intuitive, Has great concepts like Redstone, and Splash/Lingering Potions, this game is great. I suggest you get JAVA EDITION instead of Windows 10 and no updating to Windows 10, as your old account will just go to waste because that version uses Microsoft Accounts. That's all good and dandy if you have a Microsoft account, though. If you're a long time user, and just got a new PC, go and get the JAVA EDITION, which supports the old minecraft accounts.… Expand
  17. Hugman
    Feb 18, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece. Minecraft opens the imagination of players with being unlimited in it's basic gameplay. It adds another layer by giving the tools of creation to players (commands). The game constantly update, content are added weelky and this never stops. Minecraft is about sharing ideas and working on them. The game is also part-of ran by the community and theirs servers, where all playersMasterpiece. Minecraft opens the imagination of players with being unlimited in it's basic gameplay. It adds another layer by giving the tools of creation to players (commands). The game constantly update, content are added weelky and this never stops. Minecraft is about sharing ideas and working on them. The game is also part-of ran by the community and theirs servers, where all players can play these unlimited ideas. The game don't have an end at all, it lives forever. Highly recommended.… Expand
  18. Dancingonfloors
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    This is probably the best game ever made. You can make or break anything. If you like being creative this is the game for you. Since you work with big blocks its also super fun and easy for the children to play.
  19. SortOfCritic
    Dec 29, 2017
    10
    Minecraft is a special game for me. It spawned so many memories of building, fighting zombies, exploring the dark depths of caves, and more building. The 3d pixel graphics are a great addition and the sheer amount to do is greater than any other game. The true fun lies in the multiplayer however, so please, grab a friend and show them the old days of minecraft. It was a thousand timesMinecraft is a special game for me. It spawned so many memories of building, fighting zombies, exploring the dark depths of caves, and more building. The 3d pixel graphics are a great addition and the sheer amount to do is greater than any other game. The true fun lies in the multiplayer however, so please, grab a friend and show them the old days of minecraft. It was a thousand times better, trust me.… Expand
  20. karen_kun
    Jan 30, 2018
    10
    Since there is no rule or background story in the game, you can play freely. You can build things that you would want or like and also go explore new biomes and dungeons. The different dimensions of the game make it more exciting. I can't wait for the update with all the new features.
  21. StudentThinks
    Feb 5, 2018
    10
    Minecraft is a sandbox game made by Sweden’s Mojang AB and 4J studios. Minecraft’s special point is that the game basically has no rules! Each time you enter into a new world, you are in a different map made by different blocks which can be destroyed and built into whatever you like. This freedom is what makes Minecraft a magical game - it gives you enough space and resource to create aMinecraft is a sandbox game made by Sweden’s Mojang AB and 4J studios. Minecraft’s special point is that the game basically has no rules! Each time you enter into a new world, you are in a different map made by different blocks which can be destroyed and built into whatever you like. This freedom is what makes Minecraft a magical game - it gives you enough space and resource to create a world as you see fit. You can enjoy creating your own crazy ideas, exploring the world and completing your own map.
    Another special point is that the game obeys scientific principles to make the game world seem more real. For example, if you use the lighter on the tree, the tree will be burnt; if you cut a sand block down, other sand blocks over it will fall down. The fact that everything in the world acts as how you would expect it to be gives you a more natural game experience.
    Minecraft is really an awesome game that anyone can enjoy. It is great both as a single player game or as a party game that you can play with your friends. By yourself, you can mold your own special world; with friends, you can fight in a fighting map. No matter the situation, you can get a lot of enjoyment out of the game.
    Minecraft is also a game that can be enjoyed by players of all ages. Young kids can practice their ability of innovation through creating different things. Adults can stay out of the stress during the time they are playing this game. People of different ages can find different things to enjoy from the game, and this is what makes Minecraft suitable for both the young and old.    … Expand
  22. 6oni
    Oct 15, 2018
    9
    the indie who has laughed at triple A with a simple idea

    the game needs an editor for your character and another for make animals creatures enemies and their AI
  23. AlphaLegit
    Dec 8, 2021
    9
    It s a best good game i like the game I like hypixel skyblock, I mean the game is 12 years old and it still can be enjoyable. Ploua
  24. Josephgamers65
    Jun 1, 2021
    9
    Minecraft amazing game this game is so much fun I play this every day till it came out the only problem some of the updates are wack like the nether why are they so many mobs in their big problem for me to even go in there rest of the game it is great
  25. MassiveBS
    Apr 19, 2020
    9
    Absolutely best sandbox out there. If you don't care about visual experience - i think you're gonna like it
  26. Chubac
    May 13, 2020
    10
    The best sandbox AND survival experience out there. This game is a masterpiece!
  27. JFeixasNix
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece of a game. Pure genious and one of the most innovative ever. A genre creator in itself. Tons and tons of stuff to do even if some people say otherwise.
    Perfect game to build and use your creativity with no limits
    Very educational. Suited for all ages. It takes some time to learn but its worth it. A must do gaming experince if you are a gamer. It is the most sold videogame    A masterpiece of a game. Pure genious and one of the most innovative ever. A genre creator in itself. Tons and tons of stuff to do even if some people say otherwise.
    Perfect game to build and use your creativity with no limits
    Very educational. Suited for all ages.
    It takes some time to learn but its worth it.
    A must do gaming experince if you are a gamer. It is the most sold videogame ever for a reason.
    10/10    … Expand
  28. JorgithorXD
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfecto para desarrollar la creatividad de cualquier persona, es muy divertido y mas con amigos, Gracias.… Expand
  29. trianglee
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    Minecraft is a special game for me like everyone else. It can be considered the game of my childhood and the first mobile game I played. It is an excellent game where you can do anything you dream of with square blocks in the open world. Although most people behave biased, I think it's a game that is worth a try. I strongly suggest you try it.
  30. Gianluca01
    Sep 11, 2020
    10
    Sencillamente el mejor juego de toda la historia, puede que te guste o no pero no podes negar el fenómeno que fue y a día de hoy sigue siendo, "infinitas posibilidades" creo que son dos palabras que caracterizan a este maravilloso juego, yo empece a jugar minecraft en 2014 y a día de hoy lo sigo jugando, ya sea en survival con amigos, survival solo o servers de otras personas. A día de hoySencillamente el mejor juego de toda la historia, puede que te guste o no pero no podes negar el fenómeno que fue y a día de hoy sigue siendo, "infinitas posibilidades" creo que son dos palabras que caracterizan a este maravilloso juego, yo empece a jugar minecraft en 2014 y a día de hoy lo sigo jugando, ya sea en survival con amigos, survival solo o servers de otras personas. A día de hoy siguen actualizando después de tantos años y siguen trayendo nuevo contenido al juego. Sencillamente una obra de arte que todos en algún momento hemos jugado. 10/10… Expand
  31. JackoLantern101
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    Minecraft is an amazing open world game! the soundtrack blended in with the low energy, chill, gameplay will leave you wanting more. For this price, this is one of the best deals of your life. it is truly an amazing game. Everything about Minecraft will leave you wanting more.
  32. Areegos
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
    one of the best sand-box games
    i dont know, this game is really cool
    :}this game is ideal, but microsoft is ruining game, with updates
  33. Memessqn
    Dec 13, 2020
    8
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  34. Leonidovich
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
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  35. SBmania
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    I died so unfairly in this game. I don't even know what happened. mighty number 9 is better than this garbage and I had to pay about $30 for this game.
  36. MrTheMan
    Feb 20, 2021
    10
    I don't feel like I have to say much, but this the only game that I've been coming back to for 8 years.
  37. shoma-
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Не знаю, стоит ли писать этот отзыв. Но эта игра просто великолепна, я бы даже сказал, что Minecraft - нечто большее, чем просто игра. Нереальная популярность, на одном Hypixel онлайн в 5 раз больше обычной многопользовательской игры.Не знаю, стоит ли писать этот отзыв. Но эта игра просто великолепна, я бы даже сказал, что Minecraft - нечто большее, чем просто игра. Нереальная популярность, на одном Hypixel онлайн в 5 раз больше обычной многопользовательской игры.
  38. Radman1234
    Jul 15, 2021
    10
    The GGOAT not gonna lie to you fam,but this sh*t bangs more than your parents when you are asleep
  39. Izoeros
    Apr 26, 2022
    10
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  40. MaxieZeus
    Sep 6, 2022
    10
    Quite possibly the greatest sandbox of all time and one of the best games of all time. You can literally do anything in this game. Everyone should play it at least once.
  41. asdgasgea
    May 12, 2023
    10
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  42. hcookie
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    A very fun game at Beta when Notch was developing it. Went downhill fast after 1.0 (full release version). Put it this way, the game was worth it in BETA, not so much in it's current state. The Full Retail seems rushed and not complete.

    BETA - The Beta was fun, building large complex structures is great, especially in Multiplayer. Singleplayer gets old real fast, unless you're into    A very fun game at Beta when Notch was developing it. Went downhill fast after 1.0 (full release version). Put it this way, the game was worth it in BETA, not so much in it's current state. The Full Retail seems rushed and not complete.

    BETA - The Beta was fun, building large complex structures is great, especially in Multiplayer. Singleplayer gets old real fast, unless you're into building stuff out of the world stuff like a 1 to 1 scale of Middle Earth and have no life.

    Full Retail - Like I mentioned, feels very rushed and incomplete. While the Beta was fun and full of anticipation, the Full Retail adds little while adding what seems to be 'a lot' on the surface. In other words, inconsistent.

    Here's hoping that Notch will continue supporting the game, because the Retail version isn't the minecraft I enjoyed in Beta.

    Revisited 22 June 2020 (EDIT)

    Can't believe this game aged so well, and its' still being worked on. Rating changed to reflect this.    … Expand
  43. Dorje
    Sep 7, 2014
    10
    It has infinite options for gameplay, expansion with mods for every more variety, and a social aspect via server play. What more can you want from a game? This game will define a generation.
  44. averagejoeftw
    Dec 1, 2011
    9
    Minecraft is a very fun game that you can easily sink hours into. The game won't appeal to some people though, it, at its heart, is a game where all you do is build stuff. The "graphics" (textures in actuality) are low quality 16X16 pixels, but its the style of the game. I mean ponder, if you will, how a game like this will work with the number of polygons found in Battlefield 3, simpleMinecraft is a very fun game that you can easily sink hours into. The game won't appeal to some people though, it, at its heart, is a game where all you do is build stuff. The "graphics" (textures in actuality) are low quality 16X16 pixels, but its the style of the game. I mean ponder, if you will, how a game like this will work with the number of polygons found in Battlefield 3, simple answer, IT WON'T. And, yes, at times the combat feels broken, but that is a minor point considering if you don't like it, then plat on creative mode. But the game is a game easy to fall in love with, for me whenever i'm done with my homework, i find myself to tired to pop Skyrim into the Xbox, and not able to concentrate on a game of DOTA 2 (yes, i have a beta key) I load up Minecraft, and "wake up," as it where, a couple hours later, not really knowing what just happened. Single player is a great place to build giant machines, filled with tons of redstone (the "wires" of Minecraft) But multiplayer is where it's at hop on a good server with a nice community and have memorable experiences exploring a cave with a friend. Minecraft is a very fun and light game, not forcing anything of you 9/10.… Expand
  45. Stevo_1066
    Jan 17, 2012
    10
    This game is incredibly fantastic. It's a game of creation and imagination. You can build anything you want, so long as you have the resources for it. That true to life scale of the arc de triumphe feels much more amazing, knowing you carved out every block for the resources, and built it yourself. Although, if you're shy of the work, there is a creative mode; like a much more fun andThis game is incredibly fantastic. It's a game of creation and imagination. You can build anything you want, so long as you have the resources for it. That true to life scale of the arc de triumphe feels much more amazing, knowing you carved out every block for the resources, and built it yourself. Although, if you're shy of the work, there is a creative mode; like a much more fun and interesting game of virtual legos. All in all, this game is as awesome as you are. It gives you the tools, and removes the barrier to entry to create whatever is in your imagination. I love this game. And the replay value is limitless.… Expand
  46. tjcavallo
    Dec 1, 2011
    8
    Minecraft is one of the most addicting games I have ever played. It is the undisputed least linear game on the market. There is no questlines, story, or anything - you do whatever you want. That is both a good thing and a bad thing. At first it is a bad thing, you'll probably have no idea what you're supposed to do unless someone told you or you watched some LP's on Youtube. But after youMinecraft is one of the most addicting games I have ever played. It is the undisputed least linear game on the market. There is no questlines, story, or anything - you do whatever you want. That is both a good thing and a bad thing. At first it is a bad thing, you'll probably have no idea what you're supposed to do unless someone told you or you watched some LP's on Youtube. But after you get into the swing of things, the game's presentation woes gets entirely forgotten. It then becomes a good thing. I was absolutely obsessed with this game for a couple months.The graphics are outdated, but really memorable like that. After you achieve tons in the game like I did, the non-linearity starts to become a bad thing again. While the game is infinite, there is a point where you feel like "What do I do now?" While you could just build, unless your some type of artist who loves to create things, you won't really feel like you are moving forward in the game. After that, I turned to the multiplayer portion of the game. Setting up servers is really annoying, and you'll likely take a few tries (unless your a computer whiz) to really understand what you're doing. The game is twice as fun playing with friends however - it adds interaction to a once solo and barren experience and it made it feel.. more worthwhile. Eventually that will get old to, though. Summary: Overall this game has creative, super non-linear gameplay, iconic outdated graphics, tons and tons and tons of lasting appeal.… Expand
  47. Kislen
    Feb 11, 2012
    9
    A fun adventure/build/survival game. I played since fairly early Alpha stages before the game even had health, and on until mid beta stages. The openness - the level of customization in your creations only limited by the square shape of the game's blocks gives you an intriguing way to approach a landscape you can completely remove and mold to your liking. Want to build a town? Turn theA fun adventure/build/survival game. I played since fairly early Alpha stages before the game even had health, and on until mid beta stages. The openness - the level of customization in your creations only limited by the square shape of the game's blocks gives you an intriguing way to approach a landscape you can completely remove and mold to your liking. Want to build a town? Turn the world into a crater? A gauntlet of monsters? Farm chickens? Explore caves? All open options. I dumped many hours into this game. The only thing that keeps me from playing it now is the lack of stability in terms of servers being wiped, or updates requiring server wipes, corruption, etc. I wish I could still have all of my original creations and to have just continued to build on top of them. It's really disheartening losing out on old creations, but playing on the same server without ever needing a wipe/rebuild, the server going defunct because the person no longer wants to host it, massive game changes making it a near requirement to restart your server to be able to take advantage of the new content, and not being griefed in some capacity is pretty unlikely. It's a fun game, regardless. I just can't find myself playing it any more because I need 2 things - the ability to play with friends, and the ability to not have my creations thrown to the wind. But it seems you have to pick one or the other. If Notch can find a solution to this, I'll stick around. Perhaps a powerful map cut-and-paste type utility for you to transfer things from one server to another? A small file that can simply be opened and loaded into another server's map file, for example. That would be wonderful.… Expand
  48. Auguseze
    Jan 8, 2012
    10
    Awesome game, it don't matters the graphics because that's the idea. A game which has no limits except your imagination. This awesome game deserves an awesome score. 10/10
  49. Dusty_Hayes
    Jul 21, 2014
    10
    Minecraft is a great sandbox survival game in single player mode and one of the best multiplayer experiences ever which can be modded to enhance its greatness enough said, buy it now
  50. outfctrl
    Dec 27, 2011
    9
    I bought the game a few months back and really got into it. I was playing single player and the wide range of things you can do in the game is only limited to your imagination. Granted, the graphics are not that good, but with MODS, you can really visually play the game the way you like. After days of playing, I started to get bored, maybe that's just me. I tried a server, which you canI bought the game a few months back and really got into it. I was playing single player and the wide range of things you can do in the game is only limited to your imagination. Granted, the graphics are not that good, but with MODS, you can really visually play the game the way you like. After days of playing, I started to get bored, maybe that's just me. I tried a server, which you can play with other people, but it still was pretty much void of players. I think if you had a friend to play with, the game would be more interesting.

    It is a great game for the creative mind type people, but lacks the social aspect of some other games out there.
    Overall, I would highly recommend this game to anyone who likes to create and has an artistic mind. It is allot of fun and should be a game to have in your library.    … Expand
  51. xiyoreven
    Dec 27, 2011
    10
    This game is for those that enjoy creating. If you do not like creating, you will instantly be turned away. Now, this game, as many have already pointed out, the graphics are not that great, but what you must understand is that the game was not built to host amazing graphics, and that it is an indie game. The game isn't an AAA game, and if you can't rap your head around the fact it doesn'tThis game is for those that enjoy creating. If you do not like creating, you will instantly be turned away. Now, this game, as many have already pointed out, the graphics are not that great, but what you must understand is that the game was not built to host amazing graphics, and that it is an indie game. The game isn't an AAA game, and if you can't rap your head around the fact it doesn't have good graphics, and you can't play it because of that, then so be it. You get used to the games graphics, and then eventually love it, and its uniqueness. This game is hands-down amazing. I started playing when it was Alpha, and it didn't even have multiplayer at the time. Back then, it was so much fun to play Single Player, because you had an entire world to explore and make a house impervious to enemies, find out all the tricks to the game and the like. I have played many games, and I must say, this game compels you strongly to build bigger houses, get better gear, find better ways of producing your resources, and the like. Then Multiplayer came out-- the game became wonderful! Sure, it had a few kinks here and there, but having friends to explore that world with, makes you feel like you were a little kid again exploring the world as a free soul trying to find cool things to do. The only problem was, after Multiplayer came out, Single Player was not worth playing to me anymore, because my friends couldn't use the things I made, therefore Single Player felt worthless.But, the game is wonderful: music that fits the atmosphere, gripping gameplay that makes you thirst for more, and graphics that gives it, its own style and spot inside your heart. As a side note, forget all those people that keep complaining about Notch and his choices; everyone makes mistakes and he has made a few, but he has still tried to make the game great, even more so great than it already is.… Expand
  52. JTheJackal
    Jan 31, 2012
    10
    A great example to use in the "Graphics don't make a game good" argument with its unhealthily addictive gameplay. Single player will last only as long as your imagination will let you and multiplayer is fantastic. A lot of multiplayer servers have their own little community that are friendly enough to welcome you in and help build if you don't have your own friends to play with and feelA great example to use in the "Graphics don't make a game good" argument with its unhealthily addictive gameplay. Single player will last only as long as your imagination will let you and multiplayer is fantastic. A lot of multiplayer servers have their own little community that are friendly enough to welcome you in and help build if you don't have your own friends to play with and feel that way inclined. To counter the low scores given by people, I'd have to say "Did you get your moneys worth?". Sure there is no multiplayer server browser (You need to use Google to find servers), the achievements are tacked on, the NPC A.I is barely there and Notch may have promised more than he delivered but £12 for what can easily turn into 50+ or even 100+ hours of truly enjoyable and fun gameplay makes it unimportant to me.

    Did I get my moneys worth? Definitely.    … Expand
  53. netpk
    Dec 28, 2011
    9
    Minecraft proved to be the great game independent of year 2011, Minecraft is a game that explores the infinite creativity and puts the games back at the top of survival.
  54. Ilikepie101
    Jan 3, 2012
    10
    I cannot stop playing this game it is so much fun. The possibilities are endless, you can do and build whatever you can think of. I agree the graphics are not the best, but Notch has even said he supports texture packs. Notch has said he's not an artist. Me and my kids play it all the time. What other game can you make your own adventures up? Build whatever you want? I don't think theirI cannot stop playing this game it is so much fun. The possibilities are endless, you can do and build whatever you can think of. I agree the graphics are not the best, but Notch has even said he supports texture packs. Notch has said he's not an artist. Me and my kids play it all the time. What other game can you make your own adventures up? Build whatever you want? I don't think their are that many other games. When I first saw this game, I thought it was the worst game ever because of the graphics. Then i played 20 minutes of it and didn't want to stop it was so much fun. It is worth the $20. I can't see any reason to not like this game. Listen to the critics and play the game longer than 5 minutes so you can see how good the game actually is.… Expand
  55. dvart
    Dec 30, 2011
    8
    This game is amazing. I gave this game an 8 because it's still very buggy and Notch had told us that Survival Multiplayer would be fixed before the full release. But don't get me wrong, the multiplayer is still great and worth buying on its own. I bought Minecraft while it was in mid-Alpha so i only paid around $13. But $27 is still worth the price of this game, that I've spent daysThis game is amazing. I gave this game an 8 because it's still very buggy and Notch had told us that Survival Multiplayer would be fixed before the full release. But don't get me wrong, the multiplayer is still great and worth buying on its own. I bought Minecraft while it was in mid-Alpha so i only paid around $13. But $27 is still worth the price of this game, that I've spent days playing with friends. That's one thing, you either need friends that have this game or a server to play with others. And I know people have said that the single player gets boring after a while, but this is another reason to buy it...mods. This game has one of the largest modding communities I've ever seen. There are tons of mods that do just about anything that you wished vanilla Minecraft had. I've probably played this game more than any other game that I own, and plan on playing it more.… Expand
  56. twosai
    Dec 31, 2011
    9
    It really is hard to review Minecraft. Some people review it by how it is made. Some people review it by the concept of the game. I am going to review it by both. I am going to say it's a bad game if you think by how it was made. Many things aren't done yet, and there are still thousand of bugs. But it was made by 5 people, and they were being rushed by thousands. But I think that theIt really is hard to review Minecraft. Some people review it by how it is made. Some people review it by the concept of the game. I am going to review it by both. I am going to say it's a bad game if you think by how it was made. Many things aren't done yet, and there are still thousand of bugs. But it was made by 5 people, and they were being rushed by thousands. But I think that the concept of the game kind of weighs up that is was badly made. I have been playing it for about a year and a half, and I still enjoy it. The limitation really is your imagination. Most games give you the content. Minecraft gives you the tools. So people who wants to be served content shouldn't play this game. People who can give them their own content should play it. I'm gonna give Minecraft 9 in score, because I know how to play it.… Expand
  57. Fenristhewolf
    Jan 3, 2012
    9
    I was going to give this game a 10 but the block for 10 got blown up by a Creeper so it'll have to do with a 9+ A very fun game that is great for relaxing and planning vs the frantic intensity of an FPS or hack and slash of a dungeon crawl in Skyrim. This game is great for relaxing, and building something cool but also with the planning so your creation doesn't get destroyed. MinecraftI was going to give this game a 10 but the block for 10 got blown up by a Creeper so it'll have to do with a 9+ A very fun game that is great for relaxing and planning vs the frantic intensity of an FPS or hack and slash of a dungeon crawl in Skyrim. This game is great for relaxing, and building something cool but also with the planning so your creation doesn't get destroyed. Minecraft appeals to both the old school gamer and the new gamer, it's more of a thinking person's game but is also friendly to the casual gamer if you don't want to risk having your creations destroyed. All in all a fun and enjoyable game to play.… Expand
  58. StevenC
    Jan 4, 2012
    10
    Minecraft is game witch is some what hard to try to compare to any other and that is one of its greatest strong points. There have been games in the past that were some what based around the idea that Minecraft is built on, but where they failed Minecraft has managed to do it brilliantly. The massive and open world is a blank canvas for the gamer to build or destroy what ever they feel.Minecraft is game witch is some what hard to try to compare to any other and that is one of its greatest strong points. There have been games in the past that were some what based around the idea that Minecraft is built on, but where they failed Minecraft has managed to do it brilliantly. The massive and open world is a blank canvas for the gamer to build or destroy what ever they feel. Which give a feeling of great feedback towards the player. And has a re-playability way beyond anything that has been released to this date. It is a gaming landmark and an eye opener for other gaming developers around the world.… Expand
  59. Yexmann
    Jan 8, 2012
    10
    Minecraft is a very good game where you can do a lot of things just with block... You can have a lot of fun... Notch is a pretty cool guy the game is really awesome.......................
  60. mephage
    Jan 7, 2012
    10
    A wonderfully balanced game. With all of the different mods and texture packs, you can never get bored. Multiplayer is awesome and I've sunk hundreds of hours. Definitely a 10.
  61. CTrick22
    Jan 14, 2012
    8
    The game 'Minecraft' is one of those few games where it all depends on 1 thing: Your imagination. Now, before we get into that, let's start at the basics of the game: There are no goals, no rules, no limits, and no confinement of room. So, what will you do? You could create a mine-shaft, build a house, plant trees, and much more. But the underlined question that defines whether or notThe game 'Minecraft' is one of those few games where it all depends on 1 thing: Your imagination. Now, before we get into that, let's start at the basics of the game: There are no goals, no rules, no limits, and no confinement of room. So, what will you do? You could create a mine-shaft, build a house, plant trees, and much more. But the underlined question that defines whether or not you'll like Minecraft is: 'How far can you stretch your imagination?' If you aren't imaginative, the game can get quite bland very quickly. Whether it be because of the lack of a system of goals or no real 'ending' (Now there is as of Minecraft 1.0), the player's luster and determination to do things goes down pretty quickly. If you are imaginative and constantly think of things you could do, then you will LOVE this game. The possibilities are quite literally, endless. Multiplayer with friends is also a joy to behold! You can fight monsters in groups, set up a village, or do whatever you want! Minecraft is an all-around great game, as long as you have the imagination to cope with it.… Expand
  62. thedeadpool13
    Jan 16, 2012
    8
    This can be one of the best games you ever play. It has very simple gameplay that can become addicting quickly. Sadly, it has no introduction and no tutorial. So new players can enter the game and have no idea what to do. I recommend that you use YouTube and watch the first few episodes of a "Let's Play Minecraft", this should give you a general idea if you want the game and will teach youThis can be one of the best games you ever play. It has very simple gameplay that can become addicting quickly. Sadly, it has no introduction and no tutorial. So new players can enter the game and have no idea what to do. I recommend that you use YouTube and watch the first few episodes of a "Let's Play Minecraft", this should give you a general idea if you want the game and will teach you the basics of it.… Expand
  63. Trojans05
    Apr 1, 2012
    9
    It's a fairly good game. The graphics don't bother me at all. I actually think that they give the game a unique quality. It's fun to roam around and just explore whatever you want. To build whatever you want to is also a very fun thing to do. Overall, pretty good game. Not the best sandbox game I've ever played, but certainly not the worst.
  64. J-TOKI_12
    Jan 21, 2012
    9
    This game isn't perfect, but it's very fun. While Minecraft's main goal (defeat the Enderdragon) won't take that much time to complete, it's not necessarily the goal to focus on. The best part, I think, is the sandbox element. Take blocks that represent iron, water, sand, snow, etc. and make whatever you want. There are many devices to help you build just about anything imaginable. AThis game isn't perfect, but it's very fun. While Minecraft's main goal (defeat the Enderdragon) won't take that much time to complete, it's not necessarily the goal to focus on. The best part, I think, is the sandbox element. Take blocks that represent iron, water, sand, snow, etc. and make whatever you want. There are many devices to help you build just about anything imaginable. A great game for people who like to build things.… Expand
  65. pyro854
    Jan 21, 2012
    10
    Pros:
    -Most fun you can have online with your friends
    -Innovative gameplay -Redstone circuit stuffs -Building gives you a sense of accomplishment because u had to find the materials -Mods if you want to (lots of em) -Texture packs galore -Systems and things (mob systems, etc. are fun to build) -Quirks (weird bugs that make certain devices possible, adds complexity) -Good Graphics (they    Pros:
    -Most fun you can have online with your friends
    -Innovative gameplay
    -Redstone circuit stuffs
    -Building gives you a sense of accomplishment because u had to find the materials
    -Mods if you want to (lots of em)
    -Texture packs galore
    -Systems and things (mob systems, etc. are fun to build)
    -Quirks (weird bugs that make certain devices possible, adds complexity)
    -Good Graphics (they chose a style and did it well)
    -No tutorial (tutorials piss me off)

    Cons:
    -Glitchy (also a pro, see above)
    -Laggy
    -No tutorial (for me this wasn't a problem, minecraftwiki.net is an excellent resource)
    -Final Release is rushed (give them a break guys, people begged them to release the full game, and so they set up MineCon and then rushed to complete the game on time - since when does a game developer ever release a game on time????)
    -Unfinished features (this will be fixed though eventually)
    -Weak AI (this is not that bad, the AI actually allows you to do certain things like mob system, but new AI is coming soon and would be appreciated)    … Expand
  66. dirkdivac
    Jan 26, 2012
    9
    When I read the negative reviews, I mostly see people complaining about how much fun the game was a year or 2 ago. They say it is boring and doesn't get updated anymore. BAH! I challenge these people to name 1 game they played for multiple years that wasn't a time sink, soul devouring MMO that they didn't get bored with after playing the heck out of it. I can't, they can't, you can't.When I read the negative reviews, I mostly see people complaining about how much fun the game was a year or 2 ago. They say it is boring and doesn't get updated anymore. BAH! I challenge these people to name 1 game they played for multiple years that wasn't a time sink, soul devouring MMO that they didn't get bored with after playing the heck out of it. I can't, they can't, you can't. The fact is, this game is fun. It takes you back to the days when creativity and imagination were enough to keep you entertained. So many of these kids nowadays are so cracked out on Mountain Dew and Call of Duty, that they forgot what using their own creativity feels like.

    Minecraft is a game that you will buy and enjoy. A LOT. The world is your oyster in Minecraft. Want to build something magnificent? CHECK. Want to explore a new, random world every time you load? CHECK. Want to create weapons, machines, farm, raise livestock, fish, build your own world? CHECK. Want to explore caverns, search for rare gems/rocks, fight zombies & skeletons? CHECK. The point is, there is a lot to do, a lot to keep you entertained and it is worth every penny you will spend. What more do you want in a game? Truly, the only potential turnoff is the graphics. Some people will hate having a PC with a GTX 580 and playing a game that looks so archaic. I challenge those people to go DL a texture pack or just give it a shot. If you have any shred of imagination you will like this game.    … Expand
  67. KangaDude873MC
    Jan 27, 2012
    9
    First off, if you think this game sucks, you are one of the MOST stupidest people on the face of the Earth. I mean, there is nothing bad about Minecraft. When you first play the game, you generate a open world with trees, grass, sand, water, etc. Once you get some wood, that's when the REALLY starts to to get exiting. You build your own house, fight some monsters to get some resources andFirst off, if you think this game sucks, you are one of the MOST stupidest people on the face of the Earth. I mean, there is nothing bad about Minecraft. When you first play the game, you generate a open world with trees, grass, sand, water, etc. Once you get some wood, that's when the REALLY starts to to get exiting. You build your own house, fight some monsters to get some resources and many more. My only complaint about this game is the ending. The ending is just a 10 minute long story of text then its the credits. So I think that can be improved. Plus, the game updates every so often so you will never get bored. Definitely worth your both your time and money.… Expand
  68. NyberX
    Feb 1, 2012
    10
    Minecraft is a creative and fun game. Unlimited world space. and you can build whatever you want in this game. Ive spend over 100 hours playing this game. Great job Notch!
  69. Banhammer0
    May 31, 2014
    9
    Good things: insane modability provides a great amount of content, multiplayer on MMO-scale on some servers, total creative freedom, entire worlds to explore and conquer with friends/enemies
    Bad things: It does get stale after a long time of playing it, the combat system sucks
    If you buy it check out multiplayer, this is what pumps up the score, survival is only a small part of this    Good things: insane modability provides a great amount of content, multiplayer on MMO-scale on some servers, total creative freedom, entire worlds to explore and conquer with friends/enemies
    Bad things: It does get stale after a long time of playing it, the combat system sucks

    If you buy it check out multiplayer, this is what pumps up the score, survival is only a small part of this delicious cake.    … Expand
  70. Theawesomechief
    Feb 5, 2012
    9
    This game is amazing, Its just so strange that about 1 out of 3 people say the game is rubbish and boring. But beg to differ, Its in a genre of its own. This genre is what I call building-sandbox. It is the only game that actually saved creativity in gaming. Many of my friends say there is nothing special about the game, It aways annoys me, It is one of the most editable games in history.This game is amazing, Its just so strange that about 1 out of 3 people say the game is rubbish and boring. But beg to differ, Its in a genre of its own. This genre is what I call building-sandbox. It is the only game that actually saved creativity in gaming. Many of my friends say there is nothing special about the game, It aways annoys me, It is one of the most editable games in history. Plus, along with the amazing amount of content that games like COD and BF3 lack, Theres a whole nice community supporting it. It has a HUGE selection of Mods to choose from, Even a computer mod!!!! If you dont like the "rubbish and dull" Graphics that the game possesses, You can choose from a variety of texture packs! Even make your own! That is the one thing most reviews are missing When my friends say "ohh theres a New minecraft like game that has zombies in it!!!" all I say is "theres a modification for that!" Im surprized that they just ignore me.They also said, "theres a new game thats way better than minecraft that takes place on the moon!" Again they never knew this but heres one thing again, "theres a mod for that!" Yup, The mod community is basically endless, You can even Play adventure maps on it! No more need To buy New map packs that cost nearly as much as Minecraft itself,So minecraft is a money saver,However, every game has its flaws, just like every human has their flaws. The two bad things about the game is The game needs a STRONG computer,To run like the big games like COD and BF3. another flaw is the many bugs the game has, the good thing is, if you are a good JAVA programmer, You prob can fix the bug yourself! But many people that are reading this are not good programmers. A Unique Thing about the game is that some of the previous bugs had a personality Like the score bug where when Instead of showing a number, It showed a score of &e0 which I just ignored at first but Now I noticed that was a unique bug that was not nessisary to fix, That was a thing I am dissapointed about with minecraft, So overall, The game rates a 9 out of 10 But I want to soo badly Rate a 10.… Expand
  71. humor4fun
    Feb 6, 2012
    8
    I've been playing this a long time (over a year) through the beta and by the time it was finally released I think I ran out of interest. There is a lot you can do, but the Multiplayer server tools need a LOT of work. Lots of mods and things can be added, but there are no official tools for any of this so it's pretty difficult to get things done right.

    It's a fantastic game and there's    I've been playing this a long time (over a year) through the beta and by the time it was finally released I think I ran out of interest. There is a lot you can do, but the Multiplayer server tools need a LOT of work. Lots of mods and things can be added, but there are no official tools for any of this so it's pretty difficult to get things done right.

    It's a fantastic game and there's tons to do, but be careful not to get bored.    … Expand
  72. Camay
    Feb 6, 2012
    8
    Minecraft is a very special game in more than one way, this simple yet creative game can steal hours of your life without you even noticing simply due to the face that Minecraft is so variable, meaning that you can play exactly as you want. In Minecrafts case, graphics do not mean a thing, in fact that is what makes it such a clever game by proving that an 8bit graphics game can be as goodMinecraft is a very special game in more than one way, this simple yet creative game can steal hours of your life without you even noticing simply due to the face that Minecraft is so variable, meaning that you can play exactly as you want. In Minecrafts case, graphics do not mean a thing, in fact that is what makes it such a clever game by proving that an 8bit graphics game can be as good as any other.… Expand
  73. superecnate
    Feb 6, 2012
    10
    I think I know why Minecraft is getting so many negative ratings. A large portion of these people are Hardcore FPSers. Playing MW3, and such. I feel sorry for them. They have completly missed the great thing that Minecraft is built around. Minecraft has no goals for a reason. It has no "Go to the checkpoint.", "Kill X ememies.", or "Press the button.".

    *It Does Not Tell You To Do    I think I know why Minecraft is getting so many negative ratings. A large portion of these people are Hardcore FPSers. Playing MW3, and such. I feel sorry for them. They have completly missed the great thing that Minecraft is built around. Minecraft has no goals for a reason. It has no "Go to the checkpoint.", "Kill X ememies.", or "Press the button.".

    *It Does Not Tell You To Do Anything! The Only Goals Are Those You Create!*

    This is the secret to why people love Minecraft. There is nothing you have to do, you can do whatever you want.    … Expand
  74. therealjjx
    Feb 9, 2012
    8
    loved it, although it does become boring after a while you can keep things fresh with mods and texture packs. the game can have maps that no one could ever fully explore and the sheer amount of things you can find and make makes this game one of my favorites.
  75. Maximus2500k
    Feb 12, 2012
    9
    Create your own world in this simple and fun game. Although its clearly lacking in the graphics department, which is not of concern, this game lets you expand on any creativity you have to let you build your own world. I've wasted hours exploring, making houses, and surviving. You would be crazy not to buy this game.
  76. shaun056
    Jan 9, 2013
    9
    At first, my interpretation of Minecraft was... wait what? What am I doing? Then, as we went through Beta, I eventually got the hang of it. The lack of guides is there to intall a sense of community in the game and it's surely worked. The amount of things that you can do in the game are quite incredible and playing online (either via lan or on a server) is incredibly fun. It get's its highAt first, my interpretation of Minecraft was... wait what? What am I doing? Then, as we went through Beta, I eventually got the hang of it. The lack of guides is there to intall a sense of community in the game and it's surely worked. The amount of things that you can do in the game are quite incredible and playing online (either via lan or on a server) is incredibly fun. It get's its high score not for the gameplay, not for the aesthetics, but for the amount of things anyone can actually do. A game that gives you this much freedom is very much unseen in this day and age.… Expand
  77. Victorian
    Apr 3, 2012
    10
    Minecraft is a great game. It's a game where people can pretty much do whatever you want. Not only is the original version fun and will keep you busy for days, if you ever somehow get bored there are hundreds of mods and texture packs you can use, to always keep you entertained.
    Also, the game is always being updated with new content and has a lot of potential.
    Minecraft receives a 10 out    Minecraft is a great game. It's a game where people can pretty much do whatever you want. Not only is the original version fun and will keep you busy for days, if you ever somehow get bored there are hundreds of mods and texture packs you can use, to always keep you entertained.
    Also, the game is always being updated with new content and has a lot of potential.

    Minecraft receives a 10 out of 10 from me for all these reasons.    … Expand
  78. Official
    Dec 12, 2013
    9
    The PC version of "Minecraft" is fantastic. It's a brilliantly designed 3-D game. You can play by yourself and construct houses, explore caves and fight mobs. You can also play online and build together with your friends, PVP with other online players, or just explore the beauty of Minecraft together with friends. Definitely a recommended game for young and old.
  79. metabacon
    Jun 19, 2012
    10
    Minecraft proves that modern games don't need fancy graphics or in-depth story to be truly amazing. Highly recommended, and one of the most innovative games I have ever played.
  80. ZeroNegative
    Jun 19, 2012
    8
    Minecraft impressed me from It's outstanding and unique gameplay, and distracted me from the glitches. Even It doesn't have an actual tutorial. Except from those problems, Minecraft is great . Crafting is clever, mining is outstanding, exploring is an experience that you should not miss, and overall, It's unique and fun.
  81. BrutalSauce
    Jul 16, 2012
    10
    For the amount of games I own in my steam library, and on the xbox the game that I still have put more hours in, and continue to put many hours in is Minecraft. I don't know why this game is so incredibly addicting but it keeps me coming back day after day.
  82. WarriorFight
    Jun 11, 2013
    10
    It is truly the worlds only true "open-world" game, having unlimited possibilities, unlimited stories, and an unlimited world. Minecraft has plenty of flaws, but it adds to the game somehow, making it more interesting, and, occasionally, frustrating. The only limit Minecraft has is the limit of the players own mind, and that is what makes it special.
  83. FexZ
    Jun 11, 2013
    10
    Minecraft is a 10 simply because if you want it to be simple, it's simple, but if you want it to be complex, it's complex. And the fact that you can literally make anything you want in the game, as long as you have the imagination. You even have electricity which is called Red Stone. With this you can make lamps with a switch (just to make an easy example). You could also do pixel art,Minecraft is a 10 simply because if you want it to be simple, it's simple, but if you want it to be complex, it's complex. And the fact that you can literally make anything you want in the game, as long as you have the imagination. You even have electricity which is called Red Stone. With this you can make lamps with a switch (just to make an easy example). You could also do pixel art, which is art with the pixels (duh). A friend of mine had a friend that is a girl that created a picture of Albert Einstein. Yeah I'm serious.

    Make your own server, get mods, get it known all overthe world and have FUN! Worth every penny.    … Expand
  84. justachair
    Jan 27, 2014
    10
    I know, I know, I am incredibly late on this one. I've played Minecraft for years now, and it is not only a game that revolutionized the Gaming Industry and especially the Indie industry. It is one of the most addictive, rewarding experiences you will ever play.
    If you haven't play Minecraft, what the hell are you waiting for? And trust me, the PC version is the one you want. First,    I know, I know, I am incredibly late on this one. I've played Minecraft for years now, and it is not only a game that revolutionized the Gaming Industry and especially the Indie industry. It is one of the most addictive, rewarding experiences you will ever play.
    If you haven't play Minecraft, what the hell are you waiting for? And trust me, the PC version is the one you want. First, almost every computer in the world runs it, you don't need a megalodon with high-tech specs to run the game. Second, don't **** about graphics. Minecraft is a beautiful game. It's blocky art stile is charming, and seeing a sunset for the first time with the eclectic piano music behind is just mesmerizingly beautiful.
    The objective in Minecraft is to survive. Or at least it is in "Survival" mode. As you progress through the game, you will progress in things like building a house, hunting monsters or going to hell. Everything can be for nothing in a blink of an eye (When you are dead, YOU ARE dead). You must orientate yourself in the random generated world, find shelter and food, and protect yourself from the creatures of the night. At moments it is thrilling, at moments scary, at moments funny. You never know what is going to happen in a typical Minecraft day.
    Then you have "Creative" mode. In this mode, you can do whatever you want with the blocks you want. Build a giant diamond mansion, and why not shape it like a yatch? How about farming zombies? The limit is literally your imagination.
    Minecraft also offers a multiplayer service. You can either play with friends or join a server to play something with the community. Want to play Hunger Games, Block Hunt and many other games with people from all around the world? Then the multiplayer experience is perfect for you. The variety of things to do and see is amazing.
    Minecraft is easily one of the jewels of this generation and of gaming history. It isn't ambitious and still, it feels like the biggest-scaled game ever made. It is always updating, expanding to keep things fresh, and it truly is the Indie Game that revolutionized the industry.    … Expand
  85. Azel
    Jan 15, 2013
    9
    I first read about Minecraft on IgnorantGamingNews.com, and I was intrigued so I had a go on the basic free version. Though it was completely simplistic, I could see the potential of a full working game built around the principle. I went ahead and bought the full game, and I think it is one of the best value-for-money games out there.

    Before I talk about the gameplay, I want to talk    I first read about Minecraft on IgnorantGamingNews.com, and I was intrigued so I had a go on the basic free version. Though it was completely simplistic, I could see the potential of a full working game built around the principle. I went ahead and bought the full game, and I think it is one of the best value-for-money games out there.

    Before I talk about the gameplay, I want to talk about the way it is handled by its designer(s). First up, they constantly update the game for free - you make one payment for the game, and then you own it, and you can download subsequent updates without paying! Not just fixing errors and glitches, but adding entirely new things to do in the game. There is no subscription cost, so they appear to be doing it out of love for the game, more than anything else. Second, they listen to feedback from fans, and even incorporate elements that have been created by fans, if they realise they are good enough to be added to the official version. On top of this, the director has said that if you don't feel that Minecraft is worth the money, just pirate it, and if you decide later that it's worth the money, then you can choose to pay if you want. You don't hear that very often these days. So I love the attitude. Of course, you can have a nice bunch of guys make a game, but who gives a **** if the game plays like a bag of balls? Luckily that is not the case.

    You start the game up and you can choose either Survival Mode (which is the kind of "standard" mode), or you can choose Creative Mode, which gives you access to everything in the game, like a God Mode, and you can also fly around and do whatever you want. In Survival Mode, you begin with nothing at all, and you spawn on a land mass in the wilderness. First thing you notice is that the game generates the landscape as you move through it (though once it is generated, it is permanent). This means that your game experience will be unique to everyone else's - and if you start a new game, it will be different to your first game. You can choose to play Minecraft however you want to. But I advise going to http://www.minecraftwiki.net/wiki/Recipes to get an understand of how to make things to help you.

    Once you've checked out that list, you will want to dive in and start making things. Most likely you will begin with a wooden pick axe, so that you can mine a bit of stone, so you can make stone tools. Stronger material makes better tools, which mine quicker, and last longer before breaking, as well as being able to give you access to more kinds of materials that you can't mine with an inferior tool. So once you have a stone axe, trees are easy to take down, and you can mine through stone to find coal and iron ore with your stone pick axe. You can also make a stone sword to fend off baddies - such as zombies, giant spiders and exploding monsters.

    Finding coal is important to start with, to make torches, because it will get dark pretty quick, and as well as not being able to see what you're doing, baddies will spawn in dark places and kill you fairly swiftly (especially early in the game when you don't have much to defend yourself with). You should also make yourself a shelter, to hide up and make a treasure chest to save all the goodies you've found. It is satisfying to make your first little hideout, whether it's a wooden hut, a cave you happen to come across, or a hole in the ground leading to a little tunnel. There is a feeling of safety and personality that is not present in other games. You feel like it's "yours", and as you start to furnish it and dig out new rooms, or put flooring down, you turn a hostile world into a pleasant environment. You can make a door or a trapdoor on the entrance to stop enemies just walking in. Also important is making a bed - they act as checkpoints or spawn points, so when you are killed, you will respawn at the last bed you slept in, rather than always having to respawn at the place you spawned at the very beginning of the game.

    From this point on, your imagination is really your limit. Do you want to explore and see what the land is like, and find all kinds of terrain ranging from snowy mountains, to deserts and swamps? Do you want to go mining and dig into some caves and look for gold, diamonds, ruins, dungeons and treasure? Do you want to hunt enemies, and loot them for their unique items? Do you want to build a castle, or a tree house? Do you want to build traps to catch enemies automatically? Do you want to build a water slide, or a roller coaster? Do you want to make a safe area by making it light up with torches, then build a village or even a city? Do you want to build an underground tunnel system? Do you want to build a railway system? Do you want to build a farm and raise animals? Do you want to grow plants and fruits? Do you want to see how high you can build, or how deep you can dig? It's basically like a giant playground, a giant wilderness where you can build whatever you want.    … Expand
  86. Metatorsion
    Mar 17, 2013
    9
    Minecraft is a great game. Ia would recommend this game whether you are a hardcore gamer or just someone who is looking for a game just to kick back and relax. Some people may think that this game gets a bit boring but that is why there are tons of mods to experiment with.
  87. a9249
    Mar 29, 2013
    10
    Opening the door for creativity and absolute sandbox give this game a perfect score in my book. Gamers understand that sometimes the modding community can make the game so much more than its original developers... for for that This game will be forever entered into the hall of firsts. some times good graphics do not matter, as long as mechanics and fun exist. HINT HINT AAA developers.
  88. bigstinky
    Mar 23, 2013
    9
    Amazing game! Unending fun, addicting multiplayer, and the ability to be extremely creative make this one of the most memorable and maybe one of the best games of all time. You can put hundreds of hours into Minecraft and still have fun.
  89. Areyon
    Mar 28, 2013
    10
    This game is amazing its endless fun and hard to stop playing. If you don't like the main game that's fine just check out some mods. If you don't like the graphics get a texture pack. Over all this is an amazing game.
  90. Deathdwarf
    Apr 1, 2013
    8
    Damn. This game got worse over the last years.

    Since Jeb is the main developer of MineCraft, it lost one and a half of my metacritic points Notch made this game awesome, then came the downfall from a sandbox to an adventure with sandbox features after 1.8. Hm. Still enjoyable, of course. But developed at the wrong parts, sadly.
  91. MCZaphelon
    Apr 3, 2013
    8
    All in all, a pretty awesome game! Minecraft lets your creative side take over, and I love that! The only thing I don't like about it is all the confusing recent addition, which make the game a whole lot more confusing than it should be.
  92. ST0rmbr3ak3r
    Apr 6, 2013
    10
    I don't really know what to write in here. Minecraft is just awesome. If you are creative, you'll never get out of work and fun! To describe it very short: Minecraft is THE game, I would take to a lonely island!
  93. mysterioussir
    Apr 14, 2013
    10
    Honestly, Minecraft is the best game I have ever played. There's something in it for everyone. Yeah, singleplayer vanilla may get boring after a while, but there's a practically endless assortment of awesome mods to choose from. And multiplayer, in my opinion, is really the great part of this game. For me, if I can find myself a relatively small server with a good community, I'm in heaven.Honestly, Minecraft is the best game I have ever played. There's something in it for everyone. Yeah, singleplayer vanilla may get boring after a while, but there's a practically endless assortment of awesome mods to choose from. And multiplayer, in my opinion, is really the great part of this game. For me, if I can find myself a relatively small server with a good community, I'm in heaven. Although many would disagree with me, I think the graphics work perfectly for the game, and even if you're unhappy with them there are plenty of great texture packs (one I would recommend is John Smith). The price point may look a little high, but when you compare it to a generic FPS that may be 20 dollars more with a 6 hour campaign and unimaginative gameplay, its a steal.… Expand
  94. Gavin7887
    Apr 17, 2013
    10
    You Absolutely would not guess how many hour i have sunk into this game, and it is simply the most innovating game and one of the best games i have ever played, a well earned 10 is what this games gets. it has flaws of course, but every game does. for example, there should be more purpose to exploring places like the nether and the end( but it is also satisfyingly rewarding) like netherYou Absolutely would not guess how many hour i have sunk into this game, and it is simply the most innovating game and one of the best games i have ever played, a well earned 10 is what this games gets. it has flaws of course, but every game does. for example, there should be more purpose to exploring places like the nether and the end( but it is also satisfyingly rewarding) like nether chest. i would complain that there should be level for mining but they have fixed that. a harder game mode would be nice, hardcore is scary but mobs can be killed very easily. and finally, just add herobrine. it would give a little bit of fear into the game. if they did this, i would try to convince metacritic to make and 11 out of 10 option… Expand
  95. OBSRV
    Apr 20, 2013
    9
    Minecraft is one of these very controversial and heavy opinionated games. I my personal opinion it's one of these games that have a huge impact in the gaming world Never have I seen a voxel based game improve over time as this game If you really look at it for what it's done as a game done to it's players it has brought back the creativity in all of us reviving people's imagination andMinecraft is one of these very controversial and heavy opinionated games. I my personal opinion it's one of these games that have a huge impact in the gaming world Never have I seen a voxel based game improve over time as this game If you really look at it for what it's done as a game done to it's players it has brought back the creativity in all of us reviving people's imagination and If you look at it as the game it self well that's your own opinion but it is easy one of those game the I will mention of years to come. It well deserves this praise and if you tell me if this game is unfinished well that's the best thing about it because it your imagination the finishes it.… Expand
  96. AidenJones
    Apr 27, 2013
    10
    I've been with the game since a few days before the update to BETA 1.2, back when "Wow beds that set your spawn!" Was a huge game changer. The game has taken a big place in my heart, and even though I grew bored of single player after a few weeks and made myself create a new world which I got bored of a little quicker again I did drift from the game. As it's popularity increased thoughI've been with the game since a few days before the update to BETA 1.2, back when "Wow beds that set your spawn!" Was a huge game changer. The game has taken a big place in my heart, and even though I grew bored of single player after a few weeks and made myself create a new world which I got bored of a little quicker again I did drift from the game. As it's popularity increased though more servers became available and more people and friends got the game and a community was born, possibly the greatest game community of all if you pretend Little Big Planet doesn't exist (That's a compliment to both games)

    The multiplayer is a lot of fun and although building a village, town or city with friends eventually you run out of things to do, UNLESS you challenge yourselves, think of something and don't stop until you've achieved it. After that, install some mods, play some adventure maps and join some game servers like survival games and spleef arenas and parkour. The game has unlimited possibilities all thanks to it's players.

    The only thing I dislike about the game is with each coming update it looses some of the original charm that it had in the beginning. Even though it makes a better game with more things to do, I find myself upset to remember that the days of being impressed by beds is behind us. That may just be me however.

    Check this game out, play it at a friends house or try our the demo and watch a few videos. I promise you will want to be throwing your money right at it because I would have happily payed triple the price for this game that has given countless hours of entertainment to me, and counting.    … Expand
  97. Ghostwalker3322
    Apr 30, 2013
    10
    I've bean around since alpha and have sill bean playing it so about 1 year of me Sitting at my computer playing, That's allot of game-play and its a very small file No pay DLC the updates are free! with new things and That's what i love about it
  98. minecraftfan159
    May 7, 2013
    10
    Minecraft is a GREAT game. I can't for the life of me figure out why some people give minecraft 1 or 0 or whatever. When i first saw it i thought what kind of graphics are these? Then i realized they were actually really good (on my opinion though,) and the game play never ever gets old. NEVER. There is always something to do like redstone contraptions,building humongous buildings andMinecraft is a GREAT game. I can't for the life of me figure out why some people give minecraft 1 or 0 or whatever. When i first saw it i thought what kind of graphics are these? Then i realized they were actually really good (on my opinion though,) and the game play never ever gets old. NEVER. There is always something to do like redstone contraptions,building humongous buildings and playing it with honest, fun people. It actually really lightens it up. I do have to say it needs some more updates. (lazy staff.)… Expand
  99. blackmorth
    May 15, 2013
    10
    This game is a Masterpiece in all ways. You can play Singleplayer which is really enjoyable if you play it with mods, but without it still nice to play, and you can play Multiplayer which is really the most awesome thing ever. The graphics are good to a game that has infinite possibilities in an infinite world (anyways, you can install LOTS of texture and graphic mods). The sound is niceThis game is a Masterpiece in all ways. You can play Singleplayer which is really enjoyable if you play it with mods, but without it still nice to play, and you can play Multiplayer which is really the most awesome thing ever. The graphics are good to a game that has infinite possibilities in an infinite world (anyways, you can install LOTS of texture and graphic mods). The sound is nice too. You can do everything in this game! it's probably one of the best RPGs ever, it's very simple to play but you can do in this game the most complicated things ever and you can develop and test your creativity. It's like a LEGO infinite world and infinite odds, hell I think this game is infinite in all ways. There are a lot of free updates and improvements every month, that make the game bigger and bigger.

    I have to say that the best way to play this game is installing mods or/and playing multiplayer with friends, if you play singleplayer without an idea you could get little bit disappointed, because it's simple to play, but difficult to learn (this game has a lot of things). But if you give to this game an opportunity, and you play with friends/mods, it's a Masterpiece.

    Sorry for my english. Download this game, and if you like it you can buy the game, but it's not 100% necessary (I bought it because I wanted to contribute the developers).    … Expand
  100. Toosk
    May 22, 2013
    10
    Mine craft is just the best experience you can get on pc at this moment, it is what ever you want it to be, the game offers a lot of mods with can be very easily installed via launcher, which adds a whole wide of possibilities it will always stay fresh and if the graphics get old to you, you can simply change them with a texture pack, this game is truly something special and anyone whoMine craft is just the best experience you can get on pc at this moment, it is what ever you want it to be, the game offers a lot of mods with can be very easily installed via launcher, which adds a whole wide of possibilities it will always stay fresh and if the graphics get old to you, you can simply change them with a texture pack, this game is truly something special and anyone who has a creative mind with just indulge them self in this game … Expand
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#3 Best PC Game of 2011
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#3 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
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#1 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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93

Universal acclaim - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 33
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  1. Gamer.no
    Feb 6, 2012
    90
    The 1.0 version of the indie phenomena is still obviously unfinished and flawed in many ways, but it's so easy to forget that when you're building your dream castle, exploring scary caves and vast mountain ranges and having a great time in its blocky world.
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  2. ActionTrip
    Jan 30, 2012
    92
    While Minecraft may not be everybody's cup of tea, I doubt anyone can deny that it's an important step into new territory.
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  3. games(TM)
    Jan 29, 2012
    80
    A must-play title - as much a part of videogaming as it is anything else. [Issue#118, p.102]
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