Many people are perplexed as to why a video game about the adventures and trials of a cubic guy, who lives in a cubic environment, has become so successful and why their children as spending so much time playing it. Minecraft is still popular in spite of the fact that it is up against so much competition and that it is so easy to create a complete replica of this game.

Minecraft is by far the best-selling video game of all time, having sold far more copies than Super Mario Bros., Tetris, Pac-Man, Animal Crossing: New Horizons as well as The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim together.

Mojang, which is the company behind Minecraft, has become an industry titan with just one title and has no intention of ending their complete support for the game. This game has only become more popular from the time it was released in 2009.

So why is it so popular? Here’s why.

The Versatility

Minecraft can be anything that you want it to be. If you want a hardcore survivalist experience, then the game can be that. If you would like to hop around and build majestic cities and castles, Minecraft is there for you. If you want to create madcap and spur-of-the-moment minigames, then it is perfect for it.

Going from manhunts to prison games, the world of Minecraft can be created into anything, which is a quality that not a lot of other video games have. No wonder the game’s fan following is extremely extensive.

Influencer Impact

Minecraft is the topic of the content that is created by many influencers on a variety of social media platforms. For example, millions of viewers watch SkyDoesMinecraft, Stampy, or PewDiePie playing Minecraft on a regular basis. These people have collected millions of views on their Minecraft videos.

As a matter of fact, Minecraft’s content had surpassed 200 billion views on YouTube in 2020 alone. These stats are eye-popping. All this has a positive effect on the popularity of Minecraft.

Simplicity

People who enjoy playing these Minecraft because they are simple. They only need to put together and explore their own world. They do not have to read lengthy instructions and storylines before starting to play the game. Within an hour, you will have modified to it through trial and error.

Friendly Games

Unlike horse racing betting tips that are reserved for adults only, Minecraft is appropriate for any age. From child to adults can play Minecraft as it does not have any bloodshed. If adults see playing these games then they won’t refuse to play.

There Is A Very Powerful Feeling Of Community Among The Fan Base

As a loyal member of the Minecraft fan base, there are a lot of opportunities to have an impact on the future of the game.

One of the most popular ways that the community comes together is their annual convention that is known as MineCon. This convention has been held nearly every year since 2010 and is something that fans await eagerly.