Netflix building ‘Minecraft’ animated series

May 31, 2024 150 8 5

Minecraft is set to debut its own television series, presenting a fresh adaptation distinct from the forthcoming feature film adaptation currently in development.

The announcement came on Thursday, coinciding with the video game’s 15th anniversary, though it offered very few additional details. What has been confirmed is that the series will introduce an original narrative featuring fresh characters, aiming to unveil the Minecraft universe in a unique perspective. Netflix has unveiled a teaser for the upcoming series.

The Minecraft franchise has explored narrative storytelling through titles like Minecraft: Story Mode by Telltale Games. However, the essence of the original game is all about creativity. Players are encouraged to construct various structures and landscapes within its distinctive blocky universe.

Additionally, there’s a survival mode that introduces combat and other challenges. Notably, Minecraft holds the title of the best-selling video game in history, boasting over 300 million units sold. Even after its initial release in 2009, it continued to maintain an estimated 140 million active players as of 2023.