Play the popular Minecraft game in a lighter edition
Play the popular Minecraft game in a lighter edition
Vote: (33,927 votes)
Program license: Paid
Developer: Mojang
Version: 1.13.1.5
Works under: Android
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(33,927 votes)
Paid
Developer
Version
Mojang
1.13.1.5
Works under:
Android
Pros
- Translates the core Minecraft experience to mobile devices to an impressive degree
- Offers creative options that could keep imaginative players entertained for years
Cons
- Controls can't match the organic feel of the PC and console experiences
- World is smaller and menagerie of monsters is less diverse
Minecraft Pocket Edition takes the creative playground and pixelated aesthetics of the popular toolbox game and shrinks it down to suit the needs of mobile players. And while Pocket Edition can't quite hold its own with the console or PC versions in terms of the size of its setting and the scope of options available to players, it's still a well made sandbox game that can get the job done for gamers on the go.
The core fundamentals of the Minecraft experience are all in place here. You wander through an open world made up of charmingly pixelated blocks, mining for materials and then using them to construct whatever your heart desires. It's like a virtual LEGO set that promises endless potential, but the natural limitations of mobile devices means that Pocket Edition isn't quite able to build on its bold promises. The most obvious downgrade comes in the size of the world, which is notably smaller than the practically unlimited setting that is available in other versions of the game, but there's also significantly less creatures in the world. The results are a game that limit your potential for building and also decrease the challenge and variety for players who like to focus on the survival aspects of the game more than the sandbox building.
That latter problem has a big effect on the Survival mode. Survival offers a more structured vehicle for exploring the world of Minecraft. While there's little in the way of narrative here, there are objectives, and building has a more distinct purpose. Monsters come out in droves at night, and it's up to you to outfit yourself with weapons and build up defenses that can protect you against the roving hordes. Days is spent scavenging as much as you can in the window provided, and venturing further and further out as resources become scarce, while night is spent holding out desperately until dawn comes. While the fundamentals here are still strong in the mobile version, the lack of variety in terms of monsters means that this mode itself isn't quite as engaging as it otherwise could be.
In terms of the actual building process, Minecraft PE can't really hold a candle to the original version either. While the developers have done about as well as they could be expected with the mobile control options, it doesn't quite get there. The simple fact is that placing items and navigating through menus is far more finicky with a finger than it is with a mouse and keyboard. That said, it's hard to imagine how these limitations could be reasonably overcome given the medium. And while Pocket Edition isn't quite as great as it is on other platforms, it still captures the core magic of the game.
Pros
- Translates the core Minecraft experience to mobile devices to an impressive degree
- Offers creative options that could keep imaginative players entertained for years
Cons
- Controls can't match the organic feel of the PC and console experiences
- World is smaller and menagerie of monsters is less diverse
A portable yet highly robust rendition of the hugely popular sandbox game, Minecraft: Pocket Edition ports the iconic aspects of the award-winning game over to a version you can carry in your hand. Featuring the same gameplay style, monsters, and materials, you can easily navigate the touchscreen controls to build, fight, and explore the world to your heart's content.
Beyond the in-built features of the game, cross-platform compatibility is on the horizon. This means that soon, Android gamers who play the Pocket Edition will be able to join games and interact with users on Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10, iOS, and even select VR platforms.
These qualities make Minecraft: Pocket Edition a game truly worth playing for new players and seasoned veterans alike. Download today and start your own unique world!
Pros
- Brilliant Mobile Port
- Build, Explore, and Survive
- Current Minecraft Content
Cons
- Subpar Resolution
Minecraft Pocket Edition is a mobile version of the popular construction and survival game for PC, and it perfectly melds the creativity of the original game with the convenience of touchscreen controls and complete portability. Minecraft has become something of a household name amongst those who are familiar with gaming in even the smallest capacity, and that legendary status has helped the game spread to other platforms. Anyone who hasn't tried the game on PC should consider playing this mobile version for Android.
There are two basic modes for Minecraft Pocket Edition just like the full game. Those modes are Creative and Survival, and they both come with their own set of rules and goals. In Survival, players are dropped on a randomized level filled with mountains, animals, and other natural phenomenon. The player will have to survive the landscape by building shelter and creating a domain that offers protection from the harsh landscape and the monsters that are constantly trying to kill the player.
Creative mode allows the player to build without any restrictions, and it is more of an artistic program than what many might consider a game. Players can build anything they can imagine, and they can use the massive variety in the game to generate some truly detailed creations.
When players attempt the Survival mode, they will have to collect materials in order to build. Stones, coal, and wood are the most basic components, and they can be used to create more complex items. As the game progresses and players discover more of its secrets, the possibilities start to open up.
One of the most impressive aspects of this game is the control system. Touchscreen controls might sound difficult with such a detailed game, but they work perfectly. With nothing but a bit of learning the basics of the game, the player can quickly adapt to the controls so they can build stunning structures. The game also includes a number of options that let players customize their experience in the world.
There are a few downsides to the game, as is true with most games. The soundtrack could be better, and the game is a bit pixelated. Some pixelation is expected with the inherently blocky nature of the game, but this version is just a bit too pixelated for a smaller screen. This is a small issue that many players of the original game won't notice.
The game also offers a multiplayer mode, and there is a full community of users who can offer advice to new players. Technically speaking, the game is a beautiful port of the original. The game is fast, smooth, and efficient. The resolution leaves a bit to be desired, but that is due to the smaller screens of mobile devices.
Few games can match the engagement or innovation of Minecraft, and the Pocket Edition is an excellent adaption of the original for mobile systems.
Pros
- Brilliant Mobile Port
- Build, Explore, and Survive
- Current Minecraft Content
Cons
- Subpar Resolution
