Minecraft 2 IS COMING Sooner Than You Think!
0The legendary creator of Minecraft, Markus "Notch", has dropped a huge surprise for fans around the world. While he sold Mojang and the rights to Minecraft to Microsoft in 2014 for a massive $2.5 billion, he’s now planning to create a spiritual successor—essentially his own take on Minecraft 2!
In a recent post on Twitter, Notch ran a poll asking his fans whether he should continue working on a new game that blends traditional roguelike elements with first-person dungeon-crawling mechanics, or if he should dive into creating a spiritual successor to Minecraft. The results? A staggering 77.4% of over 220,000 votes backed the idea of a Minecraft 2, urging Notch to begin working on an unofficial sequel. Notch responded, saying, "I basically announced Minecraft 2."
Here’s the thing: Notch can’t legally create a true sequel to Minecraft due to the deal he made when selling Mojang to Microsoft. This means that any new game under the Minecraft brand would require Microsoft’s approval, which Notch knows all too well. He’s fully aware that creating an official Minecraft sequel would be "super illegal."
However, Notch has confirmed that the game he’s working on will be an entirely new project, with a completely different name and new lore. This means it will feel fresh and original, but with elements that will remind fans of Minecraft. It’s clear that while the game will have some similarities—like the sandbox, exploration, and creativity—it won’t be directly connected to Minecraft’s universe or lore.
Notch has mentioned that the game would feature new elements like roguelike mechanics and tile-based dungeon crawling—a nod to his desire to innovate and experiment beyond the sandbox formula of Minecraft. Fans can expect something new, but with a spirit that feels familiar to the game that took over the world.
What’s Next for Notch’s Project?
While the game is still in its early stages and there's no release date yet, Notch seems determined to bring something fresh to the table. This new game could give fans a glimpse into what the original Minecraft creator would have done with the game had he stayed with Mojang.
Many games have tried to capture Minecraft’s magic, but few have succeeded. Given that it's been over 10 years since Notch worked on Minecraft, it’s fascinating to imagine what his version of the sandbox genre might look like in 2025.
Why Should You Care?
Notch’s announcement has sparked a wave of excitement among gamers who grew up with Minecraft. This is not just about nostalgia—fans want to see what the creator would do when given the chance to innovate without the constraints of a massive corporation like Microsoft. This spiritual successor could be the next big thing in the sandbox genre, or it could be an entirely new direction for gaming that could shape the future.
What do you think, gamers? Are you excited to see what Notch has in store? Would you be willing to dive into a Minecraft 2, even if it’s under a different name? Let us know in the comments below!
Released in alpha in 2009, Minecraft grew from a simple indie game to one of the most successful and influential titles in gaming history. The full version dropped in 2011, and by 2014, Microsoft bought Mojang, along with the rights to the game. Since then, Minecraft has continued to evolve with regular updates, bringing new content to its millions of players. As of 2023, the game has sold over 300 million copies, making it the best-selling game of all time. Despite constant updates, fans have long wondered: What would Minecraft have looked like if Notch had stayed at the helm?
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