But here's the basic idea of what it's like to play Minecraft.... When you start a game in survival mode, you're standing in a random spot surrounded by trees, grass, snow, mountains or water. The sun will be in the sky and you might hear the gentle sounds of animals nearby. read more
This grey area makes me believe that the primary concept of Minecraft is not to beat the game. Goal: Collect Every Block This is similar to the goal of Pokemon games. read more
Though a game can be designed as though the internet does not exist, no players will be fooled; Minecraft uses procedural map generation to counter the irresistible temptations that spoil our fun (we have no choice, really – because if we don’t utilize online resources, other players will, leaving us behind). read more
Minecraft is a game where you dig (mine) and build (craft) different kinds of 3D blocks within a large world of varying terrains and habitats to explore. In this world the sun rises and sets as you go about your work, gathering materials and making tools. read more