Minecraft won't play for free: “This is the best deal in the world”

In an era when many similar live service games are hubs, Minecraft Steadily still an advanced experience. In a recent interview with IGN, developer Mojang said that even after 16 years now, even now, it has decided to stick to the established “buy and own games” approach. In short: Don't expect Minecraft to be free to play anytime soon.

“Yes, it doesn’t get along with the way we build it,” explains Ingela Garneij, executive producer of Minecraft Vanilla.

“I mean we built the game for different purposes. So monetization doesn't work for us. It's a purchase of the game, that's it. It's important for us that our game is suitable for as many people as possible. So, I think it's a very core value that should be accessible to everyone. It's the best deal in the world.” It's the best deal. ”

As the industry grew over the years, many games have jumped to free downloads, but were plagued by battle passes and cosmetics water-in-combined water, and the result was mixed. Examples include Overwatch 2’s free game decision, Destiny 2 or Minecraft’s Microsoft Stablemate Halo Infinite (at least in terms of its multiplayer).

Of course, the pressure is finding new ways of currency to survive with video game publishers and developers, but it seems like a pressure that Garneij and her Mojang teammates don’t have: “No, no. It’s important for us that many people can still enjoy it and still enjoy it and are still strong.”

Here is the expanded view by Agnes Larsson, Minecraft Vanilla’s Game Director: “I mean to me, it’s part of Minecraft’s important values. I think this is what Minecraft is and the importance and perfect culture and value of Minecraft, and I think we can all agree here. It’s very valuable for both the game and part of the game.”

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