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EA Reckons ‘Minecraft’ Needs Publisher Support, Notch Thinks Otherwise

Rich Hilleman of EA says that Minecraft could do with some help that only a publisher can give – the game’s creator, “Notch”, is happy to stay indie.

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Convas5160d ago

Ahh hell no EA, keep your filthy corporate fingers well away from Minecraft.

Snookies125160d ago

Yeah, by "help a publisher can give", they really mean... "We want some of that money you're getting".

dedicatedtogamers5158d ago

If EA got a hold of Minecraft...

"Today, we're offering ten new block types, including granite, jello, and pine wood for only $4.99"

"Want more wildlife in your Minecraft world? Download the Animal Pack! Includes bears, snakes, pandas (which is just a re-skinned bear), and puppy dogs! Only $7.99"

"Creepers gettin' you down? Download the Creeper Killer DLC pack for $6.99, Includes four new craftable weapons and a tiny patch that makes Wolves aggressive toward creepers."

"Want to be a girl in Minecraft? $2.99, please"

Tr10wn5158d ago

hahahaha thats so true.

BrutallyBlunt5158d ago

Not every game needs a big publisher to get recognition. Minecraft is already more well known than any current EA franchise out there. What Notch should do is hire his own people if he feels he needs the help but still have full control.

I really like these Kickstarter programs too, I'm sure big publishers like EA are taking notice. We need more independence where game developers are not threatened or feel pressurized in creating big hits. This is why I am supporting the indies and the PC much more than the corporate baggage that goes along with console gaming.

As we move forward the need for box-like systems with big corporation logo's on it will no longer be as demanding. The investment and costs will no longer keep it sustainable.

Saladfax5157d ago

That's really how it is with the big publishers in every field of media. They fire off all of this nonsense about nurturing talent and how their role is vital to the success of anything...

Yeah, in video games and film, a lot of times you need a heavy bankroll, and in literature it doesn't hurt to have decent artists and editorial, but...

They take a pretty fat chunk of profit, the product gets their fingerprints in it for increased "saleability," and in many cases the desire for profit far outstrips the desire for a solid product and customer satisfaction.

ATi_Elite5158d ago

EA has ruined all my favorite games!

Minecraft does not need to be ruined. It sold 5 million copies without EA's filthy involvement so Notch is OK without you!

Run away Notch run to the light run away from Activision and EA!

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Harelgur5160d ago

EA says that cause they need money.

AusRogo5158d ago

They dont need it. They want it

NYC_Gamer5160d ago

Notch should keep far away from EA

dericb115158d ago

And run away from Activision

Moncole5160d ago

EA ruins every company they buy.

Tr10wn5158d ago (Edited 5158d ago )

living proof Bioware.

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Mojang partners with Merlin Entertainments for the Minecraft theme park, Minecraft World

Mojang has partnered with Merlin Entertainments to build the world's first Minecraft theme park in the UK.

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Roblox and Minecraft players are less likely to play traditional AAA video games

Ben Porter from Newzoo explains that the player base has very little overlap with mainstream hits such as Assassin's Creed: Shadows and Ghost of Yōtei

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Exthun61d ago

I used to buy cheap games thinking I’d play them later, but I always ended up returning to my favorites. Now I skip the deals unless I know I’ll play the game soon.

Lionsguard61d ago

This is very true, my nephews grew up on these two games and whenever I introduce them a AAA game whether old or new, it's like seeing an alien try to make sense of it and then quickly lose interest in it.

shinXseijuro60d ago (Edited 60d ago )

Can’t really expect a 8 year old Roblox kid to go buy resident evil 9 lol

CrimsonWing6960d ago

Gaming trends are so weird to me now. Like, I’m old school and games were consumed essentially how movies were. You play through a title and look forward to the sequel or other things that came out. Now, that is so not the norm.

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Minecraft Live Returns on March 21 – Here’s a Sneak Peek at What to Expect

Learn more about Minecraft LIVE, the annual celebration of all things Minecraft. Hear from Mojang Studios and content creators during the livestream and find out where to watch it.

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Rainbowcookie62d ago

Hope we get an updated switch 2 version for on the go.