Minecraft

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 401 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 277 out of 401
  2. Mixed: 52 out of 401
  3. Negative: 72 out of 401
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  1. Deinxceriis
    Mar 24, 2020
    7
    Minecraft on the PC is way better. This version isn't too bad - but the multiplayer can be weird when it comes to local vs online connecting. While a bit buggy at times it can be frustrating to get everything settled again. Often times the second player controller glitches out and will not re-calibrate and requires a reload of the game. But all in all it's a good game to play with the kid.
  2. spongeswift
    May 14, 2017
    6
    It's Minecraft that's simple. With no mods the game really doesn't stay interesting for long. But the Mario pack is cute and fun but it's just vanilla Minecraft with a Mario pack
  3. leeaw
    Jan 8, 2021
    7
    This version of the game starts at a disadvantage, being based on the Bedrock (Console, Windows 10) version of the game rather than the, in my opinion, far superior Java (PC) version, but that's to be expected. The controls took a bit of getting used to, and the DLC plugs are annoying. I regrettably bought around 10 dollars worth of texture packs, which one day mysteriously disappearedThis version of the game starts at a disadvantage, being based on the Bedrock (Console, Windows 10) version of the game rather than the, in my opinion, far superior Java (PC) version, but that's to be expected. The controls took a bit of getting used to, and the DLC plugs are annoying. I regrettably bought around 10 dollars worth of texture packs, which one day mysteriously disappeared from my account. It took months to get a response from Mojang support on the issue, they told me to contact Nintendo for a refund, which I didn't want- I wanted the content that dissappeared from their game back.
    Customer service issues aside, yes, this is Minecraft Bedrock Edition, which at its core, yes, is Minecraft. But I've experienced a number of confusing and frustrating glitches that make me vastly prefer, and only be able to wholeheartedly recommend, the PC version.    … Expand
  4. sdyk2019
    Aug 18, 2022
    5
    Minecraft was a good game, nonetheless Microsoft is the worst thing that happened to it, but now it seems I can't play. The game just constantly crashes on me for no reason and it's happened quite frequently the last couple days. I could play maybe a few seconds, then the game would crash. Often when I'd try to go into the game, the game will crash. If the game doesn't load properly and IMinecraft was a good game, nonetheless Microsoft is the worst thing that happened to it, but now it seems I can't play. The game just constantly crashes on me for no reason and it's happened quite frequently the last couple days. I could play maybe a few seconds, then the game would crash. Often when I'd try to go into the game, the game will crash. If the game doesn't load properly and I want to restart it, they have to lie by crashing the game just because I exited. I really wish there were good games out there...at least that aren't riddled with bugs and glitches.… Expand
  5. ElSmasher
    Aug 3, 2020
    7
    This Switch version Minecraft is a pale wish copy of the famous best-selling video game on the planet. Freezes and bugs to all go, not to mention the accessibility of this title with The Nintendo Switch Online + A Microsoft account, with an interface as if I opened a virus ... But Minecraft remains and will remain a safe bet for always!!!
  6. Erick561
    Jun 10, 2020
    6
    Its Minecraft. Its good. However I don't like how it controls. I like playing Minecraft on the go but the controls kind of ruin it for me. I haven't gotten used to them. Other then that its... Minecraft.
  7. UpSideUpFlower
    Jul 30, 2020
    7
    Ok, ok. I love mein kampf. It's a lovely, relaxing game with an understandable and fun idea. Hehe. I do have a problem with the switch version tho. There is no zombillie? Thats not what was planned i mean cmon? An important character in the gaming industry deserves a Mein kampf skin i think. Cmon Kcom. Sort your game out please.
  8. Loyalwins
    Aug 26, 2020
    7
    While I would call the PC version to be the definitive version. The Switch version is not bad. Unfortunately until you can sustain yourself with things like food, diamonds and redstone "contraptions" the game isn't great, but stick with it and you won't be disappointed.
  9. Cronodougs
    Dec 27, 2022
    7
    The first experience I had with the Bedrock version on the Switch was bad, because of the absurd consumption of ram on the Marketplace, which you have to close and reopen the game after use so as not to destroy the performance of the created world. And the fact that the character creation packages from the "Diversity" update are offline for some reason. After all I noticed that the gameThe first experience I had with the Bedrock version on the Switch was bad, because of the absurd consumption of ram on the Marketplace, which you have to close and reopen the game after use so as not to destroy the performance of the created world. And the fact that the character creation packages from the "Diversity" update are offline for some reason. After all I noticed that the game runs pretty well at 60fps, with an OK rendering distance, but fully playable. There is the fact that the volume of the game is lower than others. MOJANG does need to do a performance and rendering update on Switch """NOW""", but it's still fun.… Expand
  10. FunkyBoi
    Sep 26, 2021
    7
    Minecraft will always hold a special place in my heart, the game practically dictated my life from ages 12-14, and I've always found myself coming back to it as a social experience.
    Having not touched the game for well over 3-4 years, I came back to play it with my girlfriend, and we both had a good time. It's always fun to muck about on the overworld, build a house, and go mining for    Minecraft will always hold a special place in my heart, the game practically dictated my life from ages 12-14, and I've always found myself coming back to it as a social experience.
    Having not touched the game for well over 3-4 years, I came back to play it with my girlfriend, and we both had a good time. It's always fun to muck about on the overworld, build a house, and go mining for diamonds and treasure. There was a wealth of new content added since I last played, which was exciting to discover together with my partner, but we burned out of stuff we wanted to do after a week or two with the game, which has generally been my experience in the past. Still, a solid game with lots to mess about with, and a great backdrop for socialising with others.    … Expand
  11. fredmister
    Dec 24, 2021
    7
    Survival mode is fun for a while especially with friends but it gets old pretty fast for me at least. Does have some good servers but not a lot of them.
  12. RomanRiabusha
    Jul 17, 2022
    5
    Microsoft sing ining simulator.
    But game is good, i mean this is minecraft, but i litteraly need to push button "Sing in in microsoft account" for 999 time to finally sing in
  13. KarakMan
    Feb 28, 2022
    7
    It's good, the drawback is that you can play with only two Joy-Con not one, and moving the camera is annoying and impractical unlike the PS4 Edition, and might slip and freeze.
  14. AlexMakesToast
    Nov 23, 2022
    6
    Minecraft = 6/10
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  15. kerminator
    Feb 23, 2023
    5
    I know minecraft is one of the best games ever but it doesn't appeal to me that much.
  16. Coolguy636
    Aug 31, 2023
    7
    good but gets boring
    but having to pay for extra content is annoying and half the time it isn't even good
    but survival for me is hard and i usually leave the world after i get diamonds and creative gets boring but sometimes i have fun

Awards & Rankings

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#25 Best Switch Game of 2018
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#17 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018
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#11 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. games(TM)
    Jul 7, 2017
    80
    The game has a universal appeal, and its status as a modern classic is uncontested. This is just another block in its pedestal. [Issue#189, p.80]
  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Jun 23, 2017
    80
    It's still Minecraft, and after all these years it's held up, especially when you can pop your Switch out of the dock and bring it wherever you want. [Issue #28 – July/August 2017, p. 17]
  3. DarkStation
    Jun 22, 2017
    80
    Thanks to the Switch edition’s versatility, combined with the free and exclusive Super Mario mash-up pack, this is one of the best versions I could have started out with and is an ideal purchase for fans on-the-go and newcomers alike.
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