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15 Years of Minecraft: Mojang’s Celebration and the Bedrock Controversy
Season 3, Ep. 21
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This week, hosts Miner and Troj invite you to join them in celebrating Minecraft’s incredible 15-year journey. From its early days to becoming a global sensation, Minecraft has been a game that constantly evolves and surprises its community.
In this episode, we explore how Mojang has pulled out all the stops to celebrate this significant anniversary, highlighting the special events, updates, and unique content released to mark the occasion. But, not everything has been smooth blocks and emeralds – we also delve into the controversy brewing within the community about how the Bedrock version seems to get all the love.
Join us in "The Lab" for a comprehensive and candid discussion on Minecraft’s 15th anniversary celebrations, the joy it brings, and the controversies it sparks. Whether you're a Bedrock player reveling in the new content or a Java stalwart feeling left out, this episode is packed with insights and reflections that every Minecraft fan will appreciate.
Subscribe now and be part of the conversation as we celebrate 15 years of Minecraft’s incredible journey, and tackle the issues that matter to its dedicated community!
"Minecraft" is a trademark of Mojang Studios. This podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mojang Studios, but we're passionate fans eager to share our love for the game with fellow adventurers.
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Originally aired on the Inter Realms Podcast Network
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