Minecraft | Nintendo Switch

The World is Yours for the Making

Survive the night or create a work of art in the hit sandbox game! Build anything you can imagine, uncover mysteries, and face thrilling foes in an infinite world that’s unique in every playthrough. There’s no wrong way to play!

How it Works

Explore randomly generated worlds and build amazing things—from the simplest of homes to the grandest of castles. Play in creative mode with unlimited resources or mine deep into the world in survival mode, crafting weapons and armor to fend off the dangerous mobs.

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Gather Resources

Get crafty and use the surrounding environment to gather building materials—see how breaking down trees can help you create something new.

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Survive the Night

It’s always best to avoid the unpredictable by distancing yourself from wandering mobs—you never know what’ll happen if they get too close!

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Build Amazing Things

Discover all the versatile ways dust from the redstone ore can be used to enhance your creations, bring them to life, or give them some bang.

So Many Ways to Play Together

Have a blast with friends, whether you’re sitting on the same couch or miles apart!

Cross-platform Play

The Bedrock Edition of Minecraft is available on the Nintendo Switch system as well as other consoles, mobile devices, and computers running Windows. You can play the Nintendo Switch version** with others—regardless of platform—as long as everyone is using the Bedrock Edition.

Notes:

* Additional games, systems, and/or accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Games, systems, and some accessories sold separately.

** Any Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. http://nintendo.com/switch-online.

*** Full version of game required to use DLC. Sold separately.

Publisher Notification(s):

• The new Minecraft is here! Featuring the latest game updates like Update Aquatic, cross-platform play and access to a multitude of content through the Minecraft Marketplace.
• Current owners of Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition will be able to upgrade to the new version of Minecraft by downloading it from the eShop for free!After June 21st 2018, “Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition” (2017) will no longer be available for purchase from the Nintendo eShop. Existing owners can continue to play. *Existing owners will be able to re-download this version if needed.
• Players of “Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition” (2017) will be able to convert their worlds to “Minecraft” (2018), but should expect the process to take some time. There is currently no way for Minecraft: Wii U Edition worlds to transfer to “Minecraft” (2018) on Nintendo Switch.
• While The Super Mario Mash-Up Pack is pre-installed with the game, to access the remaining DLC packs included with the base game purchase you must download them from the in-game store.
• A Microsoft Account is free and by signing in on device allows Minecraft players on Nintendo Switch to play with others on non-Nintendo devices. It also enables the portability of Minecoins and in-game store purchases to other devices.
• You can purchase Minecoins in Nintendo eShop. Minecoins let you buy content in our in-game store, safely and securely. Minecoins are kept in your virtual wallet and can be used in Minecraft on other devices if you have a Microsoft Account.

Product Features:

• No. of players: Single system (1-4), Local wireless (2-8), Online (2-8)
• Genre: Action, Adventure, Strategy, Simulation
• ESRB rating: Everyone 10+
• Supported play modes: TV mode, Tabletop mode, Handheld mode