Notch’s Announcement: A New Chapter in Gaming
Markus “Notch” Persson, the original creator of Minecraft, has once again captured the spotlight. In his latest Twitter escapade, Notch claims he has “basically announced Minecraft 2.” Yes, you heard that right! A simple poll on New Year’s Day has gamers everywhere buzzing with excitement about the possibility of a spiritual successor to the beloved blocky adventure.
The Twitter Poll: A Game-Changer?
Notch’s poll posed an intriguing question: Should he forge ahead with his current roguelike project, or pivot to something reminiscent of Minecraft? With a decisive 78% of respondents favoring the notion of a Minecraft-like experience—dubbed by Notch as “make Minecraft 2 boomer”—there seems to be substantial interest for a fresh venture back into his iconic creation.
A Commitment to Creativity and Respect
In follow-up tweets, Notch reassured fans that he was “100% serious” about his intentions. He emphasized his commitment to not infringe on the fantastic work being done by the Mojang team, who have continued to expand and develop Minecraft under Microsoft’s guidance. It’s a delicate balance between innovation and respect for the existing universe of Minecraft, something that both old and new fans can appreciate.
The future indeed looks bright as Notch takes these early steps toward what could be a thrilling new project. Will it be Minecraft 2? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the gaming community is all ears and eagerly awaiting more news!
