Minecraft

Minecraft is a sandbox construction game written in Java by Markus Persson of Mojang AB. The game is still under development; the current client version is Beta, and the current server version is Beta. The first release was in May 2009. The full version of Minecraft will be released on 11/11/11. Gameplay involves players creating and destroying various types of blocks in a three dimensional environment. The player takes an avatar that can destroy or create blocks, forming fantastic structures, creations and artwork. Players can work in single-player maps or on multiplayer servers.

The latest version of Minecraft (beta) is currently available to players for €14.95 (~$20). Once purchased, the game can be played in a web browser or a downloadable client. It is also possible to buy Gift Cards to give Minecraft to other people. A Gift Card is the same price as buying it for yourself. Minecraft Classic is available to play for free. Classic is a pure sandbox game, with unlimited blocks and no hazards, whereas Beta requires the player to collect resources themselves, has mobs, health and damage, and craftable items. Minecraft Classic and Minecraft Beta are available at http://www.minecraft.net/. Classic must be played in browser, but Beta can be played in browser, or downloaded.

Release History

 * Soft (17 May 2009)
 * Erect (23 December 2009)
 * Orgasmic (27 February 2010)
 * Gigantic (28 June 2010)
 * EJECULATION! (20 December 2010)

Creation
The "Creation" of the game involves copying manic digger

Milestones and awards
Minecraft won gayest game award... yay?