Nintendo
Minecraft Switch 2 Edition Reportedly Arrives 27 October
GameRant reports a native Minecraft Switch 2 edition for 27 October, with Vibrant Visuals, a Super Mario Mash-Up pack and a limited free digital upgrade.
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Gaming Industry and Business
Xbox Launches Licensing Arm XP to Monetize Franchises Like Minecraft and Fallout
Microsoft's Xbox has launched a new licensing division called XP, aimed at expanding revenue from major franchises such as Minecraft and Fallout through film, merchandise, and live events.
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Gaming Industry and Business
Xbox Launches XP Division to Expand Franchises Beyond Games
Microsoft's Xbox has formed a new XP division, led by President Kayleen Walters, to grow franchises through film, TV, products, live events and partnerships.
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General Gaming
Artist Recreates Minecraft, Backrooms, and Mario in Charming Clay Style
3D illustrator Crisppyboat has created a new series of faux claymation works featuring characters from Minecraft, the Backrooms film, Over the Garden Wall, and more, all crafted in Blender.
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Gaming Industry and Business
Mojang expands creator ecosystem team to compete with Roblox and Fortnite
Minecraft studio is hiring across partner developer relations and creator monetization roles as Microsoft positions the platform as a competitor to user-generated content rivals.
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General Gaming
Mike Tomlin to premiere his 12-year Minecraft city tonight
The former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach, now an NBC analyst, will reveal his custom-built Minecraft world on YouTube for the first time, showcasing a sprawling city he's been developing since 2014.
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Gaming Hardware and Technology
Best Cheap Minecraft Server Hosting Under $5 a Month
PebbleHost and Sparked Host offer the most affordable Minecraft server hosting, with 4 GB plans starting at $4 per month. We compare five budget-friendly hosts and Minecraft Realms to help you find the right fit for your group.
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Game Releases and Announcements
Minecraft's Fourth Dimension the Sift Opens in Dungeons II This Week
Minecraft Dungeons II launched September 29, 2026 with access to the Sift, the game's first new dimension since 2011. Java and Bedrock Edition players will have to wait until 2027.
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PC Gaming
Modern Warfare 2 Players Discover Skate and Minecraft Mods Transform Multiplayer Maps
Creative modders have brought skateboarding mechanics and Minecraft worlds to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, letting players grind rails and battle mobs with assault rifles across reimagined maps.
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Game Releases and Announcements
Free Aurora Cape Now Available in Minecraft via Twitch Drops and TikTok
Minecraft players can claim the Aurora Cape, a limited-time cosmetic with a pastel design, by watching Minecraft Dungeons 2 streams on Twitch or TikTok. The promotion runs from September 29 to October 14.
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Game Releases and Announcements
Minecraft Confirms The Sift as First New Dimension Since 2012
Mojang has announced The Sift, the first new dimension coming to Minecraft since the End launched in 2012. The update arrives in 2027.
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Game Releases and Announcements
Minecraft's Fourth Dimension, The Sift, Arrives in 2027
Mojang Studios revealed The Sift at Minecraft Live in September 2026, introducing the first new dimension to Minecraft in over 14 years. The colorful realm will launch in 2027 for Java and Bedrock Edition, joining the Overworld, Nether, and End.
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