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Minecraft is Mojang's block-building sandbox phenomenon, spanning survival gameplay, creative tools, spin-offs and a huge merchandising footprint. This page tracks Minecraft news, updates and broader franchise developments across games, community-facing changes and related media.

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Minecraft Switch 2 Rating Appears on ESRB Site

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Minecraft Switch 2 Rating Appears on ESRB Site

The ESRB has listed Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2 with an E10+ rating. Mojang has not announced a native Switch 2 release date, and the current Switch version remains playable through compatibility.

Minecraft Players Hit by Authentication Service Outage

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Minecraft Players Hit by Authentication Service Outage

Minecraft players are reporting connection errors and ownership verification problems during an apparent authentication service outage. Mojang had not publicly explained the cause at the time of the initial reports.

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UK Reportedly Weighs New Limits on Children Talking to Strangers in Online Games

The UK government is reportedly considering new restrictions that could limit how children under 16 interact with strangers in online games and social platforms. The proposal is said to include games such as Roblox, Minecraft and Fortnite, but specific rules have not been detailed.

Minecraft Reveals Dappled Forest Biome and Movie Sequel Title

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Minecraft Reveals Dappled Forest Biome and Movie Sequel Title

Minecraft's third game drop of 2026 will add the Dappled Forest biome, complete with poplar trees, red shrubs and abandoned camps. Mojang also confirmed the sequel title A Minecraft Movie Squared during Minecraft Live at TwitchCon Europe.