Markus Persson, better known as Notch , creator of the hit video game Minecraft, has caused a stir on social media with an unexpected announcement made through his X account (formerly known as Twitter). In his own words, he "basically announced Minecraft 2 ," a new project that promises to be the spiritual successor to the game that marked a turning point in the video game industry.
This announcement comes at an unexpected time, years after Notch sold Mojang, the company that developed Minecraft, to Microsoft for $2.500 billion in 2014. Since then, the Swedish creative has maintained a low profile regarding new developments , although his passion for video games seems to remain undiminished. His new project aims to recapture the essence of the original Minecraft , but adapt it to a revamped experience.
A decision driven by fans
The spark that ignited this project was, curiously, a poll Notch posted on his Twitter account on January 1, 2025. In this poll, he asked his followers if they preferred he continue developing a roguelike game inspired by classic titles, or if he should focus on a game similar to Minecraft. The response was overwhelming: 78% of voters requested a game set in the universe that made the creator famous.
In response to this massive support, Notch stated that he was willing to give the project an "honest chance," but made it clear that it couldn't be called Minecraft 2 due to legal issues . The Minecraft IP belongs to Microsoft, which forces the developer to find creative alternatives to shape its spiritual successor . Although this won't be too difficult, since the rest of the industry has been copying Minecraft practically since its release. Just open the Google Play Store and look at all the "Craft" games in the library.
A spiritual successor with a taste of nostalgia
Notch has been openly responding to those who dared to offer new ideas and ask other questions. In response to demands from hundreds of fans, the creator has stated that this new game aims to capture the spirit of the original Minecraft while avoiding being a simple rehash. "I will avoid at all costs making it a copy of the original game ," he said in one of his tweets, adding that one of his main goals is to respect the work that Mojang and Microsoft have done to keep the franchise alive.
The creator also admitted that "spiritual successors" often face great challenges, including failures, but affirmed his commitment: "I want to do something that people truly desire and are willing to invest in ." He further emphasized that the money generated from this project would be donated to "good causes," though he did not provide further details.
What can we expect?
While concrete details about its gameplay haven't been revealed yet, Notch hints that key elements like exploration, creativity, and survival in a blocky world will remain . However, the game is also expected to include significant improvements and new features that will overcome the limitations of the original Minecraft.
At the moment, the project is in its early stages, with no release dates or concrete progress. Notch, however, has openly admitted that he might abandon the project if he feels it doesn't meet his or the players' expectations , demonstrating his caution regarding the risks of development.
This announcement has generated a stir both in the gaming community and the video game industry . Some see it as the triumphant return of an icon, while others criticize it for its controversial reputation in recent years.
With thousands of eyes watching his X account and his every move, it's clear that this "Minecraft 2" has all the potential to become a phenomenon or , in the worst-case scenario, a forgotten attempt . Only time will tell if this new project will be able to overcome the legal, technical, and creative barriers to deliver an experience that once again captivates the world.