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
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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Game Releases and Announcements
Minecraft Dungeons 2 Review: Local Play Shines, Online Stability Crumbles
Minecraft Dungeons 2 refines its dungeon-crawling formula with better gear progression and more exploration, but severe online connectivity issues and rubber-banding make the multiplayer experience frustrating. Local play delivers the fun the game
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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 First New Dimension in 15 Years, The Sift, Arrives in 2027
Mojang announced The Sift during Minecraft Live, a peaceful new dimension arriving in vanilla Minecraft in 2027. Unlike the hostile Nether and End, The Sift will offer a lush, livable environment with its own ecosystem.
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Game Releases and Announcements
Minecraft Dungeons II launches September 29 with jumping, connected world, and expanded gear systems
The sequel to Minecraft's dungeon crawler RPG introduces major gameplay changes including the ability to jump, a fully interconnected world, and new item and gear progression systems. Design Director Laura De Llorens discusses how community feedback
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Game Releases and Announcements
Minecraft Live 2026 Reveals The Sift, First New Dimension in 15 Years, Plus Ice Caves and Dungeons 2
Mojang unveiled major updates at Minecraft Live on September 26, headlined by The Sift, the first new dimension arriving in 2027 after nearly 15 years. Minecraft Dungeons 2 launches September 29 with early access to The Sift, while ice caves, frozen
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Game Releases and Announcements
Minecraft Live September 26 Reveals Next Chapter of the Sandbox Game
Mojang has officially scheduled Minecraft Live for September 26, 2026, at 10 AM PT. The event will showcase the next chapter of Minecraft and feature another look at Minecraft Dungeons 2.
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Game Releases and Announcements
Minecraft Dungeons 2 Adds New Dimension, Interconnected World, and Expanded Buildcrafting
The dungeon-crawling sequel introduces the Sift dimension, seamless exploration, 12 combat slots, four-piece armour, jumping, overhauled enchanting, and full co-op with cross-play when it launches September 29.
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Xbox
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma Details Leadership Strategy and Long-Term Transparency Goals
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is focusing on transparency and clear communication as part of her strategy to fix the company following massive layoffs and restructuring.
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General Gaming
Minecraft Dungeons II Showcases Brave Haven Hub and New Features at Gamescom 2026
Mojang revealed new gameplay details for Minecraft Dungeons II at Gamescom 2026, highlighting the Brave Haven hub, the Blacksmith and Enchantsmith, and a tough new boss fight.
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