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How Was Minecraft Made? Unveiling the Blocky Creation’s Journey

How Was Minecraft Made? Unveiling the Blocky Creation’s Journey
Stu Feldt

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Ever wondered how the blocky, expansive world of Minecraft came to be? Let’s dive into the story of how Minecraft was crafted, block by block.

So, how exactly did Minecraft get made? It’s a tale of creativity, coding, and lots of blocks.

The Origins and Development of Minecraft

Minecraft started as a brainchild of Markus “Notch” Persson and was further developed by Mojang Studios. Persson, fascinated by the potential of a building game where players could shape their environment, began work on what would become Minecraft in 2009. The game was initially released to the public on May 17, 2009, as a developmental release on TIGSource forums. This early version, later known as the Classic version, allowed players to build with blocks in a static environment. Feedback from this community was crucial for shaping Minecraft’s future updates.

Over the next two years, Minecraft progressed through its beta phase, introducing new game modes, blocks, and mechanics that would become core components of the game. Its official launch was on November 18, 2011, which marked the beginning of its journey to becoming the best-selling video game in history.

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