Minecraft: Xbox One Edition

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  1. MonkiReviews
    Dec 6, 2017
    10
    A great version of my favorite game ever! The gameplay is fun. I can build what I want, explore a huge world, and fight monsters. The online also is improving a lot, and playing online is great. They have a lot of new stuff coming out and that is always exciting. This game is easy to like, and hard to get bored from. It is worth playing for sure!
  2. Kermee
    Feb 1, 2015
    9
    Minecraft is the same but with minor improvements like adding horses and new music. So I don't really got anything new for the game but it's still fun. So I give it a 9 out of 10
  3. Jenkins
    Sep 5, 2014
    10
    Larger map size and enhanced graphics seem to be the only incentive for making the jump from 360 to One. Supposedly, more will come to the next gen titles, like the addition of servers, so perhaps it's a fee worth paying. Furthermore, for those who do not own a console iteration, definitely go with either the Xbox One or PS4 edition. It's a leg up from last gen's underwhelming console ports.
  4. Vengeance_AU
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    Minecraft X1 Edition is WONDERFUL. If you're on the fence about this game (thinking it's only for kids like I did before I played it), you're VERY far from the truth -- Minecraft gives you the reigns for endless creativity, build what your heart desires and destroy what you don't admire.

    The gameplay is without a doubt endless and does not cease to impress me no matter how many hours I    Minecraft X1 Edition is WONDERFUL. If you're on the fence about this game (thinking it's only for kids like I did before I played it), you're VERY far from the truth -- Minecraft gives you the reigns for endless creativity, build what your heart desires and destroy what you don't admire.

    The gameplay is without a doubt endless and does not cease to impress me no matter how many hours I sink into it! The $5 upgrade from 360 edition is the cherry on top. You shouldn't think twice about this masterpiece.    … Expand
  5. OttawaExile
    Dec 13, 2014
    10
    Fun, deep, varied gameplay. Minecraft is one of those games that can be played so many different ways, next gen just makes it a little deeper and look prettier. For the price it is any easy buy. Don't expect a whole new game just expect the same great game with a graphical bump if you owned it on 360 and loved it, it is a no brainier. Come on what are you going to do, not play Minecraft.
  6. Approved22
    Sep 26, 2014
    8
    If you liked it on 360 you will love it even more on xbox one. Bigger worlds, better graphics, and more fun. It's a must have for those who love to build (and destroy).
  7. gdutton
    Jan 28, 2015
    9
    I have to say while I originally had no interest in this game I got sucked in by an 8 year old! After that I could not put it down! It is a complete waist of time and pointless but none the less its great!!!
    For the price paid you really cant go wrong and should you have an 8 year-old to play with, so much the better!!!
  8. eddroos
    Feb 21, 2015
    5
    Just a good game...

    I know the PC version is amazing, and it isn't because it has more things than the Xbox One edition, but as you really can connect with lots of people. And that's the main problem in the Xbox One edition: You only can join friend's worlds! There isn't a menu where you can find many worlds and select one. Only if you have a friend in Xbox and him or her has Minecraft    Just a good game...

    I know the PC version is amazing, and it isn't because it has more things than the Xbox One edition, but as you really can connect with lots of people.
    And that's the main problem in the Xbox One edition: You only can join friend's worlds! There isn't a menu where you can find many worlds and select one. Only if you have a friend in Xbox and him or her has Minecraft you can play together.

    Obviously because it is a special version, it doesn't have mods, and important functions like the one I said above were removed.

    Also only there can be 8 players online! In the PC version there can be a lot.

    What I what to say is that the game even without mods is good, but if you can join another worlds and if there can be only 8 players at much, believe that it isn't as good as the PC version.    … Expand
  9. DaleFraser
    Sep 10, 2014
    10
    My kids love this, downloaded and played from day one. The ability to play split side by side is awesome, no fighting for whos turn it is. I also purchase a couple packs, a skin pack for my son who wanted to be a squid and the candy texture pack for my daughter who loves pink. This is how games should be, low cost, download, buy extras for $1 or $2. Rather than $90 and $30 DLC items. ImMy kids love this, downloaded and played from day one. The ability to play split side by side is awesome, no fighting for whos turn it is. I also purchase a couple packs, a skin pack for my son who wanted to be a squid and the candy texture pack for my daughter who loves pink. This is how games should be, low cost, download, buy extras for $1 or $2. Rather than $90 and $30 DLC items. Im sure if this game was $80 I still would have purchased it, but its worthy of a 10 score for value, playability, replayability and minecraft awesomeness.… Expand
  10. AsheZx
    Feb 22, 2015
    6
    It's Minecraft. There's nothing a whole lot more to say if I'm perfectly honest. It's not a huge upgrade over the 360 version (sure, there's bigger worlds and better draw distance but co-op connection is still poor) - if you like Minecraft then go for it, you'll love it. If you don't like Minecraft, then this won't change anything.
  11. Broyax
    Jan 15, 2017
    0
    Mais... euh... sérieusement ? c'est quoi l'intérêt ? c'est quoi le "jeu" ? ah le "jeu" c'est d'y trouver un intérêt, j'ai compris ! Alors attendez, je cherche, je cherche...

    Bon, je vois pas. Enfin si, je vois les graphismes immondes à faire vomir un bouc ; ça me rappelle l'époque du jeu PC avant que 3Dfx ne débarque (cette révolution pixelienne, que d'émotions). Donc là, ça rappelle    Mais... euh... sérieusement ? c'est quoi l'intérêt ? c'est quoi le "jeu" ? ah le "jeu" c'est d'y trouver un intérêt, j'ai compris ! Alors attendez, je cherche, je cherche...

    Bon, je vois pas. Enfin si, je vois les graphismes immondes à faire vomir un bouc ; ça me rappelle l'époque du jeu PC avant que 3Dfx ne débarque (cette révolution pixelienne, que d'émotions). Donc là, ça rappelle plutôt de mauvais souvenirs tous ces gros carrés qui vous regardent droit dans les yeux sans honte. Quoique ce soit bien pire qu'à l'époque, car en ce temps-là, les jeux n'étaient pas constitués uniquement de blocs pixélisés, non, non.

    Bref, les graphismes donnent l'impression d'un crachat en pleine gueule... pour 20 balles quand même. Non, ne mélange pas tout : tu files 20 balles pour te faire cracher dessus, pas l'inverse. Et tu dis merci.

    L'interface est à chier par terre à la manette : j'ai rarement vu un truc pareil. Pas intuitif pour un sou, pas ergonomique, mal foutu, tarabiscoté, illogique, dénué du moindre bon sens : une interface de psychopathe épileptogène.

    Du reste, la mécanique de ce pseudo-jeu est pauvre et le but peu motivant : fabrique des trucs parce que les monstres sortent la nuit ! c'est d'un ennui consternant, ce monde générique de pacotille généré aléatoirement. Rendez-moi mes vieux Légos, je vous fais un Star Destroyer ! sans me faire chier avec cette merde de "Minecraft" !    … Expand
  12. XBOXftw
    Feb 16, 2015
    8
    Even though the hype of minecraft has worn off for me, it was still nice to see a next-gen remake with a noticeably higher frame rate and graphical improvements. Also the render distance was improved, which is always a nice thing too see.
  13. Le__Xenomorph
    Jan 30, 2015
    10
    A more optimized version of the Xbox 360 version. Definitely worth the buy if you want to play Minecraft with your Xbox One friends. 10/10 (Masterpiece)
  14. Fabrizzio1000
    Feb 12, 2015
    10
    My kids love this, downloaded and played from day one. The ability to play split side by side is awesome, no fighting for whos turn it is. I also purchase a couple packs, a skin pack for my son who wanted to be a squid and the candy texture pack for my daughter who loves pink. This is how games should be, low cost, download, buy extras for $1 or $2. Rather than $90 and $30 DLC items. ImMy kids love this, downloaded and played from day one. The ability to play split side by side is awesome, no fighting for whos turn it is. I also purchase a couple packs, a skin pack for my son who wanted to be a squid and the candy texture pack for my daughter who loves pink. This is how games should be, low cost, download, buy extras for $1 or $2. Rather than $90 and $30 DLC items. Im sure if this game was $80 I still would have purchased it, but its worthy of a 10 score for value, playability, replayability and minecraft awesomeness.… Expand
  15. Strangerman
    Sep 6, 2014
    10
    One of the best games ever made, which is why so many people are playing it. Massive maps and eight player online have made it to the consoles. That joined in with the smart and easy to use crafting system the X1 and PS4 versions now have a leg up on the pc version of the game. The multiplayer is simple to get into and adds so much joy to a already great game. Do what you want and be aOne of the best games ever made, which is why so many people are playing it. Massive maps and eight player online have made it to the consoles. That joined in with the smart and easy to use crafting system the X1 and PS4 versions now have a leg up on the pc version of the game. The multiplayer is simple to get into and adds so much joy to a already great game. Do what you want and be a king in your own world, build shape, and destroy at your will this is what makes minecraft one of the best games of all time.… Expand
  16. countyourmacros
    Sep 21, 2014
    7
    Straight-forward, unbiased review, in point form for easy reading. Please read on fellow gamers...

    Good: -Music is elegant, and inspirational. -$5 if you had it on 360, which is great because they easily could have billed us all $15 and we probably would've bought it anyway. -Really Minecraft is a good game, and I recommend this even if it's $20, because you will get your value out    Straight-forward, unbiased review, in point form for easy reading. Please read on fellow gamers...

    Good:
    -Music is elegant, and inspirational.
    -$5 if you had it on 360, which is great because they easily could have billed us all $15 and we probably would've bought it anyway.
    -Really Minecraft is a good game, and I recommend this even if it's $20, because you will get your value out of it and then some.
    Bad:
    -You can't see any further despite having bigger worlds, and I was really hoping for an increased line of sight.

    Conclusion:
    Great, fun, and simply game. It's fun if you're with friends, but it's also fun if you're alone. A must-buy if you like survival games, creative games, or relaxing games.    … Expand
  17. ooGODLESSoo
    Sep 10, 2014
    10
    A survival game that has more depth to it than most would ever imagine.
    The game has potential that is only limited by the imagination of the developers and those playing it.
    I Love what they have so far, and can't wait to see where all all leads. I would like to see a skin pack that provided a more realistic look to the blocks, but this is purely cosmetic and nothing that would change    A survival game that has more depth to it than most would ever imagine.
    The game has potential that is only limited by the imagination of the developers and those playing it.
    I Love what they have so far, and can't wait to see where all all leads.
    I would like to see a skin pack that provided a more realistic look to the blocks, but this is purely cosmetic and nothing that would change the game in any meaningful way.
    Highly recommended for all ages, and if you're not into the survival side of it, you can just create things in peaceful mode.    … Expand
  18. Vyrotix
    Dec 12, 2014
    6
    Not much else to notice that would be different. Better graphics, less lag, bigger maps and many other things that have improved.

    My biggest compliment is the soundtrack. It's amazing. I'd give my money for it, and I'm not the only one. There is not much to hate about a simple game like this, and doesn't really seem logical to hate on it. Those days are long gone, and the people who    Not much else to notice that would be different. Better graphics, less lag, bigger maps and many other things that have improved.

    My biggest compliment is the soundtrack. It's amazing. I'd give my money for it, and I'm not the only one.

    There is not much to hate about a simple game like this, and doesn't really seem logical to hate on it. Those days are long gone, and the people who do hate on this game and let others know that are simply illogical kids trying to get attention.

    I give this a 6/10 for being a port, but a good one.    … Expand
  19. jeremy_perrow
    Sep 27, 2014
    8
    It's Minecraft! You know what you get with this. While the game has no story to speak of, that's not the point. The point is imagination and making up your own stories!

    Minecraft can get old pretty quickly. But when you feel like just messing around, or getting back to creating something epic, there is no better feeling. This version of the game expands the worlds, so you have even more    It's Minecraft! You know what you get with this. While the game has no story to speak of, that's not the point. The point is imagination and making up your own stories!

    Minecraft can get old pretty quickly. But when you feel like just messing around, or getting back to creating something epic, there is no better feeling. This version of the game expands the worlds, so you have even more room to build bigger things.

    Recommended for people with a lot of time on their hands and even if you don't, you can still tinker around in creative mode and over time build something cool!    … Expand
  20. frannyboy99
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    Minecraft for the Xbox One is a great improvement over the original. The worlds are much larger than the Xbox 360 edition and the game has never been more clean and polished from bugs. While the Xbox 360 suffered from a lack of achievements, this version does not. With 50 achievements or so you always feel like you are striving toward some type of worthwhile reward. One thing that annoyedMinecraft for the Xbox One is a great improvement over the original. The worlds are much larger than the Xbox 360 edition and the game has never been more clean and polished from bugs. While the Xbox 360 suffered from a lack of achievements, this version does not. With 50 achievements or so you always feel like you are striving toward some type of worthwhile reward. One thing that annoyed me was the lack of a full world map. I couldn't help but get lost when I ventured off the map and had no way of knowing how to get back to my town. With a $4.99 price tag for Xbox 360 Edition users, it is impossible to pass this version up when you upgrade to that shiny new Xbox One.… Expand
  21. BavariaCritics
    Sep 7, 2014
    9
    Perfection lies in simplicity. This game shows that game-play is really more worth than graphic and that a game is just as good as the one who plays it.
  22. TSapper
    Apr 7, 2015
    8
    Tried Minecraft years ago on PC but wasn't my type of game. Bought the X1 edition for when younger extended family members are around ... and found myself enjoying playing through the tutorial. So much so that I'm now moving on to building my own world. And my neice showed me how to make Nether portals!
    I don't think I'll become a Minecraft time-slave as many others have, though I'm    Tried Minecraft years ago on PC but wasn't my type of game. Bought the X1 edition for when younger extended family members are around ... and found myself enjoying playing through the tutorial. So much so that I'm now moving on to building my own world. And my neice showed me how to make Nether portals!
    I don't think I'll become a Minecraft time-slave as many others have, though I'm thoroughly enjoying myself in the block universe. I'm now bouncing between MC, Neverwinter, and the always-a-hoot Sunset Overdrive awesomepocalypse.
    Bring on the remastered State of Decay, MKX, ESO, Arkham Knight ... and HALO 5!!!    … Expand
  23. Showstopper139
    Sep 5, 2014
    9
    If you loved Minecraft Xbox 360: Edition, then you must he in luck. On September 5, 2014 was released to the world and criticized by the masses. What good news I must share with everyone that loves Minecraft, it is bigger, better, and is improved. Yet, we still are on the same update, the maps are massive, so you'll never have a dull moment of exploring the blocky worlds Miners call asIf you loved Minecraft Xbox 360: Edition, then you must he in luck. On September 5, 2014 was released to the world and criticized by the masses. What good news I must share with everyone that loves Minecraft, it is bigger, better, and is improved. Yet, we still are on the same update, the maps are massive, so you'll never have a dull moment of exploring the blocky worlds Miners call as homes. The crafting layout is the same, so that is very good, because of the simplicity, many can mine effectively. Also, I could not stand the blocky like pieces of the 360 , but I am very happy to turn my music to 100, because this soundtrack is so lovely as is epic. Not too rough on the ears, I love the soundtrack. So, if you are updating the game for $5 or are a new Minecraft $20 player, so much joy is to be had in this game.… Expand
  24. Carlinhoscwbr3
    Sep 9, 2014
    8
    Minecraft is back on the Xbox One in its simplistic form, continues legal and enjoyable to play and now with more customization options, larger maps and graphics have gotten better. Recommend to anyone who likes to play a survival with friends
  25. CA1994
    Sep 28, 2014
    4
    Rip off. This dumb downed minecraft version is very expensive and does not offer any mods. It felt very basic and was really slow. This felt like Minecraft alpha last time I played it.
  26. FWordFizz
    Oct 2, 2014
    3
    Eh. I kind of feel bad for giving it a score this low, but I really have to. The only reason why it is this low is price vs content. The only reason to buy this version is so you can play split screen with your children. The pc version is 5 ish bucks more expensive and has way more options. More servers, more players, mods. Still Minecraft is a dead game and is even deader on the XBone.
  27. TheQuietGamer
    May 2, 2015
    9
    Minecraft on consoles takes a huge step forward. The ability to transfer your worlds and purchases from the 360 version make it so there's really no excuse to make this upgrade. It's obviously still not up to the scope of the PC version, but consoles have never been closer. With the promise of more to come in future updates it might not be long until it's there. Even without all of the PCMinecraft on consoles takes a huge step forward. The ability to transfer your worlds and purchases from the 360 version make it so there's really no excuse to make this upgrade. It's obviously still not up to the scope of the PC version, but consoles have never been closer. With the promise of more to come in future updates it might not be long until it's there. Even without all of the PC benefits Minecraft on consoles is still a highly addictive experience.

    There are no goals in the game other than the ones you make for yourself. It's a game that requires player driven exploration, creation, and destruction. The results are liberating. Finding new things to craft and shaping the world to look however you want it to is a blast. Animals and dangerous monsters who only appear at night give the world some extra life. You can get pets or fight until dawn against enemies like the explosive creeper that can destroy what you've built. Or you can focus on raising animals for food and sleep the night away so that you don't have to deal with monster.

    The building mechanics are simple to use and give you an almost endless amount of freedom. Having friends along for the ride only serves to make the game more fun and increase your productivity. The larger world size compared to previous console versions means that there is even more potential and freedom to do whatever you want. The gameplay experience is truly endless.

    If you have never experienced Minecraft then there is no better way to do it on consoles. While the PC version is still the way you will want to go for the biggest and more content rich version, with future updates on the horizon it's not hard to see how the game might one day match the PC version. As of right now though it is still an excellent way to play an excellent game. It's a non-stop source of player driven and created fun. One that I highly recommend experiencing.

    I give "Minecraft: Xbox One Edition" a 9.1/10.    … Expand
  28. LUFCXI
    Nov 24, 2014
    8
    Great fun to be had here. Minecraft is Minecraft, unless you've lived under a rock for the past 5 years, you know what you are going to get.

    The reason I have knocked 2 marks off and not give it a perfect 10 is 1. A lot of people see this as a plus but I personally think the map is far too big. And 2, The version released Day One is too far behind the recent update that is currently    Great fun to be had here. Minecraft is Minecraft, unless you've lived under a rock for the past 5 years, you know what you are going to get.

    The reason I have knocked 2 marks off and not give it a perfect 10 is 1. A lot of people see this as a plus but I personally think the map is far too big. And 2, The version released Day One is too far behind the recent update that is currently available on PC,

    I would have much preferred them to compromise on map size and give us the additions of the latest Minecraft edition on PC.

    Saying that, I love playing this with my brothers and my children both of which are at completely the opposite ends of the scale!    … Expand
  29. mickyworm
    Mar 1, 2015
    10
    Only started playing Minecraft a few weeks ago (late to dinner i know) but i finally relise why this game is so popular! spend many hours building n mining stuff everyone should give this a try you wont regret it.
  30. Panchogul
    Jun 16, 2020
    10
    Aún no comprendo mucho la mecánica de este juego, pero hasta el momento me ha encantado.
  31. NETMUSIC
    Jun 18, 2017
    7
    Its a great game, but the slowness it has catching up to the PC version is annoying. It can get boring when you've done most things you can without wanting Realms, Mini games and the full PC experience.
  32. Criti-Wise
    Aug 16, 2018
    4
    I'm not exactly giving this version of Minecraft a low rating specifically, because I'm kind of rating Minecraft all together. Even though it can be fun for others to build a ton of stuff and try to survive monsters, for me, this game gets way to repetitive. Because it's a sandbox game, there's kind of no limit to what you can build, and that is kind of what upsets me. There's pretty muchI'm not exactly giving this version of Minecraft a low rating specifically, because I'm kind of rating Minecraft all together. Even though it can be fun for others to build a ton of stuff and try to survive monsters, for me, this game gets way to repetitive. Because it's a sandbox game, there's kind of no limit to what you can build, and that is kind of what upsets me. There's pretty much no story whatsoever, so there's no point for me to keep playing. This is just my opinion, and if others give it a better rating, then I'm okay. But, honestly, the game is a bit overrated.… Expand
  33. ultraviper
    Mar 30, 2018
    4
    sooooo buggy. my kids play this all the time, but they also complain about it not working right all the time. a common one is someone's corner of the screen will just stop working. it will keep telling them to press start to play, but when they press start nothing happens. have to restart the game to fix. another one is someone will start a map in creative mode, have the options set to newsooooo buggy. my kids play this all the time, but they also complain about it not working right all the time. a common one is someone's corner of the screen will just stop working. it will keep telling them to press start to play, but when they press start nothing happens. have to restart the game to fix. another one is someone will start a map in creative mode, have the options set to new players will also be in creative mode, but new players will join and won't be in creative mode. no way of fixing this I have found. another one is just horses not being ridable at all. no fix. also the game wreaks havoc on the xbox itself, even after the game is closed, causing lots of slowdowns and sometimes making it just hang on a grayed-out screen instead of letting people sign in. have to do a full power cycle to fix.… Expand
  34. Gormph
    Feb 22, 2019
    0
    Wasnt sure where to put this but since this version of the game is basically the same as windows 10 one i will put it here. Mojong are thieves. I had expected that realms would play like the normal game as i was unable to try my free trail of realms due to life things. i was caught unawares by the fact that not only does it suck hard but you cant get your money back for time you don't wantWasnt sure where to put this but since this version of the game is basically the same as windows 10 one i will put it here. Mojong are thieves. I had expected that realms would play like the normal game as i was unable to try my free trail of realms due to life things. i was caught unawares by the fact that not only does it suck hard but you cant get your money back for time you don't want on a realm, meaning if they have your money for half a year and you find out how bad realms are well they are keeping it screw you. To further infuriate me they seem to be blocking comments about how bad realms are i can only assume to get more people to waste their money.
    This wouldn't even be such an issue but the game runs better hosting locally from a fking xbox then on the realm, WTH how are you going to charge me for a service that is worse then what i could already get. The render distance is super low making it pointless to build anything of size since you wont be able to see it and flying on creative mode is pointless since you cant see anything to fly to it, basically its garbage. I bought half a year so i could play a world with my kids that they could work on when i was at work but they get lost in two seconds cause the entire world is covered in fog and Mojong wants me to know that i cant have my money back for the following months or even complain to them about this.
    The sad part is even though this version of the game is inferior the java one its still really good, but i cant support a game like this when the company wont even allow people to talk about the problems they have, i feel like i have been robbed, i paid them expecting one thing, got another and now i cant even ask for my money back never mind get it.    … Expand
  35. Achtlos
    Apr 24, 2016
    10
    OK s it gets a 10 because 2 and a bit years after paying next to nothing for this game, the kids (all my kids) are still playing this on and off. There's not a lot to offer on Xbox for 5 - 10 year olds, Kinect is DEAD right? So the kids play this and a mixture of the various Lego games. Minecraft has been a real entertainment mainstay for years, what other game can make the same claim?
  36. ITZZZPERRY
    Jul 21, 2015
    9
    Minecraft: Xbox One Edition is the same great game everybody has come to love. If you have any console, this is definitely a must-have, as there are endless hours of fun to be had.
  37. LongSlayer
    Jan 19, 2015
    9
    Minecraft is an amazing adventure that has you playing for hours upon hours and has unlimited possibilities. Gathering materials from the land and mines below the earth allows you to create what ever you want, and it's fun doing it. The world is absolutely huge and will take a VERY long time to explore the whole thing. The graphics is what makes the game unique, everything is pixelated andMinecraft is an amazing adventure that has you playing for hours upon hours and has unlimited possibilities. Gathering materials from the land and mines below the earth allows you to create what ever you want, and it's fun doing it. The world is absolutely huge and will take a VERY long time to explore the whole thing. The graphics is what makes the game unique, everything is pixelated and everything is made of blocks. Mining can be very fun but if some of those can run on forever, and it becomes overwhelming. If this happens I usually get lost and frustrated then I give up. The game is never complete, it keeps getting updated and new stuff is always added. Overtime, a lot of the stuff they added was too much, and I didn't like it because the game was loosing its roots of just simple mining, gathering, and building. Now there's enchanting, potion brewing, and many more items and mobs. It's not all bad, I actually like some of the new textures, biomes, and objects. But is the game gonna ever be 100% done? Minecraft is an addicting open world game with many things to do in it, and you'll never get bored.… Expand
  38. Ninja7Everin
    Sep 21, 2014
    8
    There's no doubt Minecraft is a pretty awesome game. You can build anything and everything you want, or use survival mode to build a stronghold, create weapons and seek out new villages or mines and dungeons, ultimately facing down with the mighty enderdragon. Unforunately, the only difference between the Xbox One vrsion and the XBox360 verson is slight mount of clarity with the graphcs.There's no doubt Minecraft is a pretty awesome game. You can build anything and everything you want, or use survival mode to build a stronghold, create weapons and seek out new villages or mines and dungeons, ultimately facing down with the mighty enderdragon. Unforunately, the only difference between the Xbox One vrsion and the XBox360 verson is slight mount of clarity with the graphcs. That's about it. The PC versn, as usual, still reigns supreme. You would think the Xone version would be powerful enough to include the rabbits and horses and diorite etc., but hey, then the makers wouldn't be able to rob more money out of you for content that should be as automatic as it is on PC.… Expand
  39. Ninjamonkey321
    Nov 18, 2014
    9
    Good game, still some catching up to do to get up to the PC's standard but still really fun to play! controls really well even with a controller and a lot easier to make worlds and play with friends than on PC because of the messing around with servers. But all in all a good rendition of a great game.
  40. Gman2142
    Nov 18, 2014
    10
    Minecraft is just a really solid game that likely has the best multiplayer I've ever played. I would say it's a 9/10, but with a 6.2 user score ill give it a 10/10
  41. MrScorsese
    Nov 24, 2014
    9
    I have to say I was very impressed with how smooth this game felt from the start. Given I enjoyed the crafting on my PC version better, it still did a great job of keeping me exploring the world to try and find that one extra thing I need. Coop also works really well, I very rarely play alone.
  42. AUDIOS1AVE
    Dec 11, 2014
    10
    Love this game on the Xbox One. It functions better on this version than 360. Plus bigger maps and more of a world to explore. Perfect family game. That will continue to get better with updates.
  43. XxAcidFaZexX
    Feb 3, 2015
    9
    Minecraft: Xbox One edition is amazing, both in price and content. The game is very cheap from the Xbox Live Store, and is an extremely quick download (less than 2GB), so it is done within a few minutes and ready to play. You can play split screen multiplayer with a sibling or friend on the same console, or go Online on Xbox Live (XBox Live Gold membership required) and join friends onMinecraft: Xbox One edition is amazing, both in price and content. The game is very cheap from the Xbox Live Store, and is an extremely quick download (less than 2GB), so it is done within a few minutes and ready to play. You can play split screen multiplayer with a sibling or friend on the same console, or go Online on Xbox Live (XBox Live Gold membership required) and join friends on other consoles, anywhere in the world. Joining online servers is amazongly quick and easy, all you need to do is sit on the home screen and as soon as your friend logs in to their game, providing the *ONLINE GAME* box is checked, their game will come up on your Minecraft start screen so you can instantly join and get playing, no messing about with IP addresses and other annoyances like on the PC version. The ability to instantly get a crafting menu up with "X" is an awesome feature, and saves having to look up Crafting Recipes online, like a lot of people have to do on PC version.
    The Survival version is incredibly fun and detailed, and contains lots of new features. The creative mode is very useful if your someone who just likes to jump in and start building.
    A couple Downfalls are;
    - Online multiplayer limited to 8 players per session,
    - Skins all cost money whereas they are free in PC version,

    Overall this game is very good, and well worth your money. However there are some slight things that need improving, however I am sure they will be patched in later updates, as this was always done in PC version.    … Expand
  44. Atomic_Flopper
    Dec 22, 2015
    7
    A great concept that is a few steps behind the PC version. Minecraft is a very time consuming, tedious mode of entertainment. Just a warning: This game has the potential to destroy friendships.
  45. JSchmo
    Oct 3, 2015
    10
    Ignore the low average user score for this game - the reviewers are either just posting low reviews because it is the "Xbone", or they are comparing the game to the PC version which isn't really fair.

    On its own merits, Minecraft is an amazing game, and the implementation on Xbox One is of high quality. Controls are easy to learn and the very nature of the game means there are a million    Ignore the low average user score for this game - the reviewers are either just posting low reviews because it is the "Xbone", or they are comparing the game to the PC version which isn't really fair.

    On its own merits, Minecraft is an amazing game, and the implementation on Xbox One is of high quality. Controls are easy to learn and the very nature of the game means there are a million things to do and a million ways to play. My multiplayer experience is limited to 2-person co-op, but it works mostly flawlessly. A few dropped connections occasionally, but that's probably as much to do with Xbox Live as it is with Minecraft itself.

    If you enjoyed Minecraft on the PC, you will enjoy it on the Xbox One (though it is about two point releases behind right now). If you have never played Minecraft, I can't recommend it enough. It takes a simple concept and turns it into almost limitless opportunity for play.    … Expand
  46. bcarrell
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    It's really awesome to see Minecraft on next generation equipment. Still the same amazing game that it always was, especially with updated graphics.

    Breakdown: Gameplay: +2/2 (Very fun) Replay ability: +2/2 (Endless possibilities) Graphics: +2/2 (Beautiful) Mechanics: +2/2 (Everything runs very smooth, little to no frame rate issues) Simplicity: +2/2 (Virtually no limitations)    It's really awesome to see Minecraft on next generation equipment. Still the same amazing game that it always was, especially with updated graphics.

    Breakdown:

    Gameplay: +2/2 (Very fun)
    Replay ability: +2/2 (Endless possibilities)
    Graphics: +2/2 (Beautiful)
    Mechanics: +2/2 (Everything runs very smooth, little to no frame rate issues)
    Simplicity: +2/2 (Virtually no limitations)

    Total: +10/10    … Expand
  47. gameguardian21
    Mar 14, 2016
    7
    Minecraft is quite fun, for a while. With you building, crafting, and exploring a huge and vast world. But after you beat the enderdragon and visited the neither and etc., it loses its replayibility.
  48. bsdeax
    Feb 27, 2016
    7
    Story - 6
    Graphics - 7
    Gameplay - 10 Controls - 8 Sound - 8 Minecraft é um jogo que te possibilita infinitas experiências, sem uma história sólida, o jogo te coloca em um mundo quadrado, que faz parte do próprio charme, e te desafia a sobreviver e conseguir suas coisas para avançar cada vez mais. A falta de um modo multiplayer de grande escala desanima um pouco se comparado á versão    Story - 6
    Graphics - 7
    Gameplay - 10
    Controls - 8
    Sound - 8

    Minecraft é um jogo que te possibilita infinitas experiências, sem uma história sólida, o jogo te coloca em um mundo quadrado, que faz parte do próprio charme, e te desafia a sobreviver e conseguir suas coisas para avançar cada vez mais. A falta de um modo multiplayer de grande escala desanima um pouco se comparado á versão de PC, mas é possível jogar com outras pessoas pelo modo LAN. Sendo um sucesso ao publico infantil, Minecraft conquistou muitas pessoas e continua sendo um best-seller no mundo todo.    … Expand
  49. sedistix
    Apr 4, 2016
    9
    If you've played it on the Xbox 360, or PS3, acquiring it for the Xbox One or PS4, is simply a must. The game plays at a smooth 60fps, with a view distance that's double that of the older generation consoles. Redstone is much more reliable, and glitches and lag are far less prevalent. Overall the experience is nearly identical to the PC equivalent version set to default. Outside of playingIf you've played it on the Xbox 360, or PS3, acquiring it for the Xbox One or PS4, is simply a must. The game plays at a smooth 60fps, with a view distance that's double that of the older generation consoles. Redstone is much more reliable, and glitches and lag are far less prevalent. Overall the experience is nearly identical to the PC equivalent version set to default. Outside of playing it on an actual PC, the Xbox One and PS4 versions are the closest you can get to the way it was meant to be played.… Expand
  50. GamecubeLover
    Jul 13, 2016
    4
    XONE version is not creative once so ever. It just took the X360 version and did some minor changes that aren't important and barfed it out of their filthy mouths. Not really fun only if you have friends so this game is bad or mediocre which means if you don't know "not really good".
  51. Richard21
    Apr 1, 2017
    9
    Simple, easy, fun, and there are an INFINITE amount of things you can do in it. You can explore, build, & mine basically everything. You can play co-op with friends/siblings, and you can play online with other people as well, which really advances the game's fun-scale, if you get what I mean! There is also a multiplayer mode with several different types of games you can play, all of whichSimple, easy, fun, and there are an INFINITE amount of things you can do in it. You can explore, build, & mine basically everything. You can play co-op with friends/siblings, and you can play online with other people as well, which really advances the game's fun-scale, if you get what I mean! There is also a multiplayer mode with several different types of games you can play, all of which are very fun. I won't go into detail about them, but I'm sure you'll enjoy them alot!… Expand
  52. minecraft333
    Jul 3, 2017
    9
    I like minecraft on PC, and I like it even more on Xbox as I do not have to switch to the PC anymore ^^
    It is literally one of my most played games ever and it really made me love games that promote creativity and freedom of doing whatever you want ^^
  53. TheRealZoko
    Oct 17, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Minecraft is pure, pure fun which is a great way to wrap up the day after a long game of CoD and GoW. When you have forgotten all about TrackMania and League of Legends, you will still be spending countless hours on Minecraft. It is the game where it brought us new meanings for 'Notch' and 'Creeper', while still having that classical open world 3D game.
    It is really relaxing and soothes the brain in a sort-of-like sauna of creativity. Whenever you are ready, you can buy it. It constantly gets updated with new exploration items and more additions to an already great game. The PC edition is OK but needs easier controls and Minecraft Xbox One edition is purely the best.
    Xbox One has always been my favourite platform and this is the representation of what a powerful machine like it can achieve. 13.5 Giga Bytes literally pays off when you sink deep down into the game's core.
    With 56.65+ million sales, it has a meaning to be that popular to Xbox owners. They (me, as well) are tired of Pegi 18 games especially the young ones, who are not allowed to play on games with a Pegi age rating higher than their age is.
    Don't be fooled like countless before by Minecraft: Xbox One Edition's blocky graphics and retro interface because, like food, the more you try it, the more you LOVE it!
    The only proper way to explain this game cant be in one word, as 'Awesome' and 'Magnificent' really don't fit MCX1E, the special word would be 'Unique', or 'Ne'er been a better game'. Wait, that's 5 words. Agh, it don't matter about words, Minecraft's gameplay is what gets everyone pumped up for new updates and it is what keeps them coming back for more, each version better than the last.

    Shut up, what i am trying to say that this is one of the best games i have ever played.    … Expand
  54. MarvelJoe
    Mar 9, 2018
    8
    In Minecraft, you can basically do whatever you want but the updates kinda ruin the game for me. I already like it how it is but the things we use to do on the last beta disappears but I still have fun playing the game with friends.
  55. PalpetineSheev
    Mar 21, 2020
    10
    I don't have a single thing to say about this game. I mean, what would be the point?
  56. funnyman678
    Jan 13, 2019
    2
    minecraft is an amazing game, but the xbox one version is **** to say the least.
    the UI is in your face with "but this, buy that." hell the front loading page wants to sell you something.
    and the menu layout is crap, not to mention the lag that plagues the whole game. i get micro lag spikes even when playing offline with NO INTERNET. the biggest complaint i have is the community,    minecraft is an amazing game, but the xbox one version is **** to say the least.
    the UI is in your face with "but this, buy that." hell the front loading page wants to sell you something.
    and the menu layout is crap, not to mention the lag that plagues the whole game. i get micro lag spikes even when playing offline with NO INTERNET.
    the biggest complaint i have is the community, Microsoft forced mojanj to divide the community between causal players and competitive players and a big focus on "PVP" and no the core game itself.
    i bought the game used, and it was the biggest waste of 25$ ever.    … Expand
  57. SrCzey
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    Un juego muy bueno, excelente para pasar el tiempo y mas cuando ya la xbox one se convirtió en bedrock se pueden jugar más videojuegos y con el crossplay, uff...
  58. Awesomeman43218
    Oct 3, 2019
    10
    It’s Minecraft, I want customizable skins. If that’s your only problem, you get a 10.
  59. Revenant1826
    Oct 16, 2019
    9
    Что тут думать, Minecraft величайшая игра времён. шикарная графика ,куча возможностей, а также мультиплеер с друзьями . 9 потому что нельзя устанавливать моды,если можно тогда бы поставил 12/10.
    Покупайте Minecraft это игра века.
  60. Caldan
    Nov 14, 2020
    9
  61. CYurk
    Jan 25, 2020
    9
    This is a game that fully expands on simply whatever you choose it to be, Minecraft is a staple for creative and exploration games everywhere. I have spent a ridiculous amount of hours exploring, mining, foraging, and building in this wonderful block world and it has brought some unbelievable, nostalgic memories I will never forget. This game has made its mark and has made them deep in myThis is a game that fully expands on simply whatever you choose it to be, Minecraft is a staple for creative and exploration games everywhere. I have spent a ridiculous amount of hours exploring, mining, foraging, and building in this wonderful block world and it has brought some unbelievable, nostalgic memories I will never forget. This game has made its mark and has made them deep in my favorite video games of all time.… Expand
  62. WhisperingGhost
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    One of the best games ever made. Love the soundtrack. Look forward to seeing where it goes from here.
  63. Lolitofps
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Un muy buen juego, sobre todo para jugar con una cantidad de amigos en un mismo mapa
  64. vaulttec
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Mojang shows us how something simple can become great.
    Im vibing with the OST.
    The worlds are great and really fun to explore.
    The crafting is crazy, in a good way.
    In creative, as a matter of fact, you can build everything.
    Verdict:
    Something simple made great. 10/10
  65. Joaquim82
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    I love this game, you can create everything and fight too, try to survive one night.
  66. PonyBoyKiller
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Alot of fun. It's nice to be able to do your own thing at your own pace and not to be rushed. Great for family and friends of all ages.
  67. gopackgo12345
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    Tbh this game is in my top five games of all time. But my one main problem with it is the micro transactions. But other then that its amazing.
  68. Mrman69
    Jul 28, 2020
    9
  69. truth10010pc
    Sep 2, 2020
    9
    Brilliant way to play the best selling game of all time! Can u just make it java plz mojang?
  70. DieterU
    Apr 1, 2021
    8
    Such a good game. A really great idea, and the periodic updates just make the game better and better. The issue is that it fails to hold my interest for long amounts of time; I often fall off after a few weeks of playing, and it's hard to get back on. Still really great. I wish there were more bosses though...
  71. zachym11
    Oct 6, 2020
    10
    My most played game of all time. I have java edition as well, put in some ways I prefer the simplicity, controls, and movement of this version. Even without mods, this is perfect.
  72. OSRedditor
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Hate it or not, in a way it is the perfect game. It has no end so you can play it forever. You can build do redstone or play on servers. You can do anything.
  73. Robert2000
    Dec 16, 2020
    10
    This game is pure AMAZING evolutionary, fun for all ages , you can not hate on minecraft!!!!!!!!!
  74. Sprybarbecue231
    Jan 27, 2021
    9
    Es un juego con muy buena interacción
    Siento que mi creatividad y ganas de explorar van a gran nivel
  75. RavenclawGuy
    May 17, 2021
    8
    Java beats bedrock any day. However, I like Minecraft and as one of the first games for my Series X, it is definitely worth it. Controls are a bit wonky, and to play online you need a subscription which sucks, and then there's the marketplace, also it's a bit glitchy sometimes logging in, but it's Minecraft and deserves an 8/10 fully. For $25.99 CAD, pick it up!
  76. Dombull
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Incredible. Simple yet fun mechanics, with incredible gameplay. Also the community is so creative, this game is great to play with friends. I just wish the Xbox version was updated at the same rate as the PC version of the game.
  77. Kaiapa
    Jul 9, 2021
    10
    This is must have and we need a next gen update for this game please mojang minecraft is very fun
  78. Epic_Waffles360
    Aug 17, 2021
    10
    Its minecraft the classic its a really good game the survival is amazing and the creative mode is amazing people build cool things and I think it is cool
  79. Skyplayer1507
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    masterpiece................................................................
  80. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 29, 2021
    8
    Atmosphere: 8
    Enjoyment: 9
    Gameplay: 8
    Graphics: 8
    Music: 8
    Story: 7
    Total: 8.00
  81. fredmister
    Dec 24, 2021
    8
    The Xbox survival games, elytra fly and spleef will forever go harder than anything the other versions offer.
  82. YesRob
    Dec 26, 2021
    9
    It a good Game if you want a normal minecraft. The only problem is that there is paywalls if you want mods.
  83. OmxgaAwesome
    Apr 8, 2022
    8
    My childhood was this, playing it with my cousin was so fun and when we beat the Ender Dragon together. But nowa days, this game can be sort of fun. But it gets boring without playing it friends.
  84. SonicEnthusiast
    Apr 20, 2022
    10
    Idk what there is to say. I have played it for 10 years. Minecraft is a bit like marmite, you either love it or hate it. If so, marmite is fantastic.
  85. AxysKilgore
    Apr 23, 2022
    9
    Feels better and cleaner than the normal edition on xbox. Minecraft is great, you guys already know this.
  86. Kohlslaw
    Apr 27, 2022
    10
    One of if not the greatest game of all time. This game means so much to me and to my childhood, and will always be my favorite game.
  87. Beny_Tube_5
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    It’s Minecraft, what more can I say! Well building and exploring is just pro!
  88. User618
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I rate Minecraft Xbox One Edition 5 stars because it has many positive features.
    One of the reasons I like this game is that it runs very well on any Xbox One because it was designed specifically for the Xbox One, as opposed to the newer Minecraft, known as Minecraft Bedrock, which was made for many devices and runs horribly on older Xbox ones. Another advantage of Minecraft Xbox One Edition is that, unlike the newer Minecraft, you can play split screen with up to four players. The game also has few bugs and runs smoothly without delays or strange things, giving you an excellent gaming experience. The game also has three unique game modes no longer available in Minecraft Bedrock. The graphics are also set to high, but there are no settings to change it to lower graphics because it is guaranteed that you will get 60 frames per second on
    any Xbox while playing, unlike Bedrock, which has graphic settings to change lower because it lags a lot.Finally, if you despise waiting, Minecraft Xbox One edition is for you because it starts quickly. I have the original Xbox One, and it takes about 20 seconds to load the game, compared to Minecraft Bedrock, which can take up to 5 minutes or even 10. The downside is that the game has been discontinued, so it is stuck on version 1.12.2, released in 2017. You can still play online and join minigame servers. Also, it is no longer available digitally because it has been discontinued. If you have a digital-only Xbox, you are out of luck.    … Expand
  89. ZackH25
    Mar 27, 2023
    9
    It's Minecraft.............................................................
  90. TheUnbiasGuy
    Mar 24, 2023
    9
    what more needs to be said? The only big game studio that actually cares is Mojang and Microsoft and this is a hot contender for the best game of the last 30 years. Maybe of all time.

    Runs perfectly on the new console with the only problem being a increase in load times. And so because of that, 9/10

    9.5/10, if you have an xbox and don't have this then what are you doing?
  91. Italian_guy
    Apr 13, 2023
    1
    Never seen worse graphics in my entire life... would recommend to a friend.
  92. Asojito12
    Jul 6, 2023
    10
    Simplemente el mejor juego de la historia, este juego podria hasta decirse que marco la vida de muchas personas
  93. MasterGubbers
    Jul 11, 2023
    10
    Minecraft is truly an amazing game, and this is one of the best ways to play it. The survival is already amazing on its own, but the possibility of creating anything you want just adds to how great it is.
  94. XboxPro
    Jul 18, 2023
    8
    played minecraft for around 7 years and never really let it go. sandbox and a lot to do, build a house or place 10 tons of tnt minecraft doesnt care. can feel boring sometimes without friends though
  95. Emilio200
    Aug 17, 2023
    8
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  96. Natanoksi
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The singleplayer itself isnt bad but it isnt enjoyable either unless your with a friend. However there is one thing in this game that carries it beyond others. Minigames, this was the best time ive ever had with my friends this is a must buy dudes.… Expand
  97. Caffe
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Minecraft is one of the most iconic, influential, sold and played video games ever. One of the reasons behind this success is the infinite number of things that can be created in the game and the exploratory component. Beautiful.

Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best Xbox One Game of 2014
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#18 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2014
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#18 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2014

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88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Nov 8, 2014
    90
    It seems pointless praising a game everyone knows is great, but this version provides a much more stable gaming experience.
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  2. GameSpot
    Oct 28, 2014
    90
    Much like going from a rustic shelter to a statuesque castle, Minecraft: Xbox One Edition will only offer more in time, with future updates adding even more hours to a game already brimming with near-endless potential.
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  3. Everyeye.it
    Oct 14, 2014
    80
    You know the game, and the good thing is that on Xbox One it works well, thanks to a good optimization.
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