What is The World of Minecraft book? All you need to know
Minecraft is one of the most popular games in the world, and during its 15 years of existence, it has become a major part of pop culture. The game is getting its first live-action movie, while a Netflix show is underway. Now, Mojang Studios is set to introduce a book for fans who want to learn about the game in detail.
In a tweet via the official Minecraft X account, Mojang announced a special book, titled 'The World of Minecraft,' which explains everything about the game, including its development, design, and much more.
The World of Minecraft book explained
The World of Minecraft details the visual history of the game. It explains how the small one-person project was conceived and developed in 2009 before becoming a global phenomenon only a few years later. The history of the blocky world is just as exciting and interesting as the game.
The book can be considered a detailed encyclopedia of Minecraft. Its contents are divided into various chapters, with each one focusing on one aspect of the game and its development. For example, chapter one contains topics, such as:
- The inspiration and release of the game
- How the game evolved during the early stages
- The challenges faced during the early days
- The story of the first Minecraft servers
Looking at the game today, with its massive budget and huge workforce, many tend to forget that this started as an individual project. At the time, the developers didn't expect it to become such an influential force. The game has been around for over 15 years and its popularity continues to grow by the day.
Based on the book, the contrast between the game's early days and the present is interesting. It also features a foreword by the lead developer Jens “Jeb” Bergensten.
Moreover, the chapters include key artwork and in-game images from the early developmental stages to conceptualization. It shows how much the sandbox has changed over the years. For instance, the game was to be named “Minecraft: Order of the Stone.” However, Notch dropped the subtitle later, as it did not fit well.
The book is available across all major bookstores, including Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Target, Walmart, Hudson Booksellers, and Bookshop.org. The hardcover version is priced at $40, while the ebook costs $14.99. Fans can also order the book online.