Minecraft Legends launch date revealed, pre-order details right here; Xbox Bethesda Developer Direct demos PvP mode, gameplay & more
Here's everything latest announced and revealed about Minecraft Legends including launch date, pre-order details, different editions available, details about the game like the online PvP mode, gameplay and more.
Minecraft Legends, the upcoming spin-off from the Minecraft universe got a deep-dive at the Xbox Bethesda Developer Direct streamed yesterday. The PvP mode, one of the major attractions of this game was detailed on. Additionally, the launch date of Minecraft Legends was also announced. Here’s everything latest revealed about Minecraft Legends.
Minecraft Legends- About the game
Minecraft Legends is a new action-strategy game, “set in a lush dynamic world” as described by devs Mojang Studios. They’ve collaborated with Blackbird Interactive to create the game. Creators from Mojang and Blackbird got together to familiarize us with the world of Minecraft Legends.
Special mention has been made of the storytelling. It makes the game very dynamic, leaving you to develop your unique style and gameplay. Additionally, you’ll get to interact with new as well as mobs that you’ve already come across in Minecraft.
Minecraft Legends: PvP Mode
Moving on, Minecraft Legends includes an online PvP mode. The story-driven campaign can be played as an online co-op experience with your friends. Cross-platform play and online matchmaking is supported.
It introduces epic storytelling, and you can form alliances with new and familiar MInecraft mobs to stop the invading Piglins. Minecraft Legends will let you play the story-driven campaign as an online co-op experience together with your friends. It involves two teams with up to 4 players each, working together to destroy the opponent’s team’s base. And then there are the Piglins, who are a constant threat to both you and your opponents.
Minecraft Legends Gameplay
Minecraft Legends has a good mix of exploring, building, and action, so there’s something for everyone. We were walked through the different components of the game. We got a glimpse of the Upgrade Tower that will help you build an impenetrable base to defend yourselves. We were shown the Regal Tiger, a new mob that you can ride in Minecraft Legends.
Some of the creators from Blackbird Interactive shared their own unique defense strategies that they use in the game. This also proves how dynamic the gameplay is, and allows you to develop your own tactical style.
Launch Date Revealed
Minecrafts Legends is releasing on April 18, 2023 as revealed at the Xbox Bethesda Developer Direct. It is launching on Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One via Game Pass, PlayStation 5/4 and PC via Steam and PC Game Pass.
Minecraft Legends is available in two editions- the Standard and Deluxe. Check out the price and contents of each of these editions right here.
EDITIONS |
Minecraft Legends Standard Edition |
Minecraft Legends Deluxe Edition |
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PRICE |
Xbox Store |
Rs 2174 | Rs 2724 |
PlayStation Store |
Rs 2499 | Rs 2,999 | |
Steam |
Not yet available | Not yet available | |
CONTENT |
Base Game |
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System Requirements
For PC gamers, here are the system requirements-
MINIMUM:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 10 (May 2020 Update or higher) or Windows 11
Processor: Core i5 2.8GHz or equivalent
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 or AMD Radeon 285 or Intel HD 520 or equivalent DX12 GPU
DirectX: Version 12
Storage: 24 GB available space
Additional Notes: Performance increases with higher-end systems. Not supported on Windows 10S.
RECOMMENDED:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 10 (May 2020 Update or higher) or Windows 11
Processor: Core i5 3.4GHz or equivalent
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1060 or AMD FX-4100 Graphics
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 24 GB available space
Additional Notes: Performance increases with higher-end systems. Not supported on Windows 10S.