Overhauling Minecraft's world generation was like trying to build a skyscraper with hand tools

Mojang got so in over its head overhauling all of Minecraft's world generation tech five years ago that it swore off yearly title updates not long after.
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March 21 is Going to Be a Big Day for Minecraft Fans

Minecraft fans should pay close attention to March 21, as developer Mojang plans to share some big news regarding the popular game.

Minecraft Live 2026 Announced, Here’s What to Expect

Check out this guide to learn about the Minecraft Live 2026 announcement, going live on March 21. Here's what fans can expect.
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Minecraft Gives Update on Vibrant Visuals for Java Edition

James Ratcliff joined GameRant in 2022 as a Gaming News Writer. In 2023, James was offered a chance to become an occasional feature writer for different games and then a Senior Author in 2025. He is a ...
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Minecraft’s 'Vibrant Visuals' side-by-side comparison pics — Here’s what it gets right and where it falls short

I played Minecraft with Vibrant Visuals enabled, and I got to see firsthand how it makes the game feel more alive. But it isn't perfect. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...
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Portland Musician Amos Roddy Contributed Six New Songs to Minecraft’s Latest Update

Minecraft’s soundtrack is one of many aspects imbued in the memories of the generation the bestselling video game helped raise. Defined by soft, somewhat haunting pianos and echoing chimes and flutes, ...