Edward Annets A2 Media Coursework March 2014 | Page 3

-Minecraft is a sandbox indie

game originally created by Swedish game developer Markus "Notch" Persson, which was then later developed and produced by Mojang.

-Being a sandbox game, it allows the player to interact with the game world, building or destroying as they please.

-As a result this has led to the games huge success since its release on May 17th 2009.

-The game itself has inspired creativity and socialising which has led to the popularity of YouTube channels, such as WarriorTherad, to play Minecraft and upload it to YouTube.

-Minecraft currently has sold over 35 million copies over PC, PS3, ios and Xbox 360, making it one of the highest selling games in the world.

-Innovation Award

-Best Downloadable

Game Award

-Best Debut Game

Award from the

Game Developers

Choice Awards

-Seumas McNally Grand

Prize, from the

Independent Games

Festival in 2011

Playing Minecraft

Computer gaming Setup

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WarriorTherad's Minecraft Character design

Awards: