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Minecraft still gains around 300,000 new players a day, Xbox boss reveals
More than 300,000 people reportedly play Minecraft for the first time on an average day, according to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma. The figure highlights the game’s continued ability to attract new players more than 17 years after launch, while ongoing updates aim to keep existing players engaged.
Minecraft has sold over 425 million copies and is adding new content, including Dungeons II, new creator tools and a Nintendo Switch 2 version. The Switch 2 edition is due on 27 October, although upgrading from the original Switch version does not appear to be free.
In short
- Minecraft attracts over 300,000 new players daily.
- The game has sold more than 425 million copies.
- Switch 2 release is scheduled for 27 October.
Explained simply
Minecraft is a sandbox game where players build and explore virtual worlds made of blocks. Released in 2009, it has become one of the most commercially successful games ever, selling over 425 million copies across PC, mobile, consoles and other platforms.
The game is owned by Microsoft through its Xbox division. Minecraft stands out in the gaming industry for its sustained popularity over more than a decade, a rarity for video games. Microsoft has maintained engagement through regular updates that introduce new features, gameplay modes and items.
The game's accessibility is a significant factor in its broad appeal. It can run on devices ranging from high-end PCs to older consoles and mobile phones, making it available to a wide audience. This cross-platform availability has helped Minecraft maintain a large player base over many years.