Summary
Minecrafthas announced a new partnership with Walmart, bringing new items for players to buy and an exclusive Java server.Minecraftentered the year with a new wave of content for fans, such as theDungeons and DragonsDLC, and features to enhance gameplay like a player locator. More recently, the popular sandbox unveiled new features in anticipation of the release ofA Minecraft Movie, which will hit theaters on April 4.
One of these was the release ofMinecraft’s surprise DLC in partnership with Tourism New Zealand, the country in which the movie was filmed. The expansion adds locations inspired by real destinations in the country, such as Kapiti Island, Abel Tasman, and Waitomo Caves. Later, McDonald’s teamed up withA Minecraft Movie, launching a variety of toys, collectibles, and even a game-themed dipping sauce. In addition, the fast food chain includedAMinecraft MovieHappy Mealfor kids and a version of it for adults. Now, the game is revealing more exciting content for fans to enjoy.
Minecraftand Walmart are teaming up in a partnership called Skyward. In this “first-of-its-kind” and “story-driven” experience, players will be able to enter an exclusiveMinecraftJava server that will be available from March 21 until May 15. On this server, players and their friends will experience an adventure that begins on Earth and unites everyone in missions across different planets to find the “Golden Child,” who left Earth to fulfill a dream. To access theMinecraftserver, players can go to theofficial websiteand follow the instructions to access the content.
Walmart Launches Minecraft Collab In-Game and IRL
Simultaneously with the launch of the server,Walmart has launchednewMinecraftmerchandise, including items inspired by the movie. Fans can purchase a variety of collectibles, including the exclusive Wild Boss and Great Hog 2-Pack Figures, priced at $19.97, andNetherite Swordthat costs $10.97, as well as a Squid Pillow Buddy, priced at $16.88. Another way of acquiring the collectibles will be throughWalmart’s Skyward Discord server, where they will be featured and can be “seamlessly purchased.”
Minecraftis no stranger to collaborations, having received DLC inspired by famous IPs such asJurassic World,Kung Fu Panda, andStar Wars, a wide range of LEGO and even Nerf guns over the years. With this,Minecraftshows that despite being a title released 14 years ago, it is still relevant enough to engage fans of all ages and remains one of the gaming industry’s biggest hits.
