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Minecraft devs explain "players have a different appetite for challenge and difficulty" which is why the Ender Dragon isn't allowed on the overworld: "That's not a great game experience"

"We have this guiding principle that bad things happen, but they're technically the player's fault"

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Minecraft devs "want to avoid treating players in a way that feels unfair," so Mojang's guiding principle is that "bad things happen, but they're technically the player's fault"

"It's very important that we find the right balance"

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Minecraft's iconic Creeper might not be added to the game if it was made today says Mojang CEO – 'It would actually be so controversial to have a monster that would show up and destroy what you built'

According to Mojang CEO Jens Bergensten, Minecraft's Creeper probably wouldn't be included in the game if it were made today, because it would be "controversial".

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The Minecraft devs probably wouldn't add the creeper if they were following their current design rules 'because it would actually be so controversial'

Friction ain't just for sandpaper.

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Minecraft devs admit that, if the Creeper didn't already exist, they probably wouldn't add it

In a new video, some of Minecraft's developers discuss the balancing act with adding new features, and how they probably wouldn't add the Creeper today.

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Minecraft devs "probably would not add" the Creeper to the game today, admits Mojang CEO, because "it would be so controversial"

The Creeper goes against modern Minecraft standards

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Minecraft’s latest test unleashes spears, zombie mounts, and chaotic new combat

Mojang Studios has released a new Minecraft: Java Edition snapshot with the first playable Mounts of Mayhem features, including spears and zombie mounts.

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It's the first time I've ever missed a Minecraft Live — but I still caught all the best Minecraft announcements

I was traveling for business during Minecraft Live (Sept. 2025), but I've still compiled all the best announcements from the event, and my thoughts on them.

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Minecraft's next game drop has already been revealed as the Mounts of Mayhem — it's bringing an awesome new weapon, watery mob, and more

During Minecraft LIVE September 2025, Mojang Studios revealed that the next game drop coming is called Mounts of Mayhem, with a new ocean mount and more.

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Minecraft Live is back, and its next big update is almost here — here’s what to expect

Minecraft Live is returning on Sept. 27, 2025, where we'll be able to see The Copper Age update broken down, get details on upcoming updates, and more.

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Minecraft finally makes copper worth mining — it only took four years and a whole “Copper Age”

Mojang Studios just announced the name for Minecraft's next update, the third of 2025. "The Copper Age" is all about copper, introducing a ton of new features.

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What Minecraft games are there?

Minecraft is more than just building these days

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How to download Minecraft for PC

Here's how to download Minecraft for PC. We'll help you make the right choice between the differing versions.

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Minecraft fans are convinced that Mojang has accidentally leaked its next Live event date, but don't get your hopes up – it looks like it might actually be the remains of an old typo

Hopefully they add the Inspector Gadget collab

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Copper just got another use in Minecraft’s latest snapshot — and it’s not what you might expect

Minecraft's latest Java edition snapshot has added in Copper Torches, chains, bars, and more to the sandbox.

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How to Use the Shelf Block in Minecraft Java & Bedrock

Show off your valuables and loadouts with the new Minecraft Shelf blocks.

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It only took a week for Minecraft: Java Edition to begin testing the new shelves and Copper Golem statues

Mojang Studios has released Minecraft Preview 1.21.110.20, which includes shelves to swap out your hotbar items and turns Copper Golems into statues.

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Minecraft lets you get the Lava Chicken song in-game — but it's absurdly rare

Minecraft adds the Lava Chicken song as a rare music disc drop straight from the movie, but tough to find in Survival.

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It's been a year since Minecraft ditched annual summer updates, and I have to admit there's never been a better time to play

I was a hater at first, but I've since done a 180.

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Minecraft's mob vote loser just made a surprise comeback — and it brought brand new gear to the Bedrock Preview with it

Minecraft's latest Bedrock Preview brings back the Copper Golem and adds new copper tools and armor, offering a fresh early-game tier between stone and iron.

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'Minecraft's' Copper Update Adds New Tools and the Long-Awaited Copper Golem

Minecraft's latest update adds copper tools and the long-awaited copper golem, giving players new reasons to mine and organize with ease.

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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 on my Xbox Series X and Series X. This upgrade makes the game feel more alive, but it still needs some improvements.

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Minecraft is reviving a dead Mob Vote loser and actually making copper useful in 2025's third update

Mojang Studios has announced the first features for the third Minecraft Game Drop of the year, and it includes the Copper Golem from 2021's Minecraft Mob Vote.

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'Minecraft' Brings New 'Vibrant Visuals' Update to Select Consoles: Is it Compatible With Nintendo Switch?

"Minecraft's" epic Vibrant Visuals update hits PC, Xbox, PlayStation & mobile, leaving Switch fans in the dark with no graphic glow-up in sight.

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Minecraft Bedrock Adds Visual Overhaul and Airship Adventure DLC on June 17

Minecraft Bedrock's June 17 update introduces the Chase the Skies DLC and Vibrant Visuals upgrade, with airships, custom mobs, and enhanced graphics.

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