Minecraft to follow live-action movie with theme parks

Minecraft could soon be coming to a theme park near you. UK theme park company Merlin Entertainments has announced the completion of a $110 million deal with developer Mojang to open Minecraft-themed attractions in the US and the UK. The attractions are planned to open in 2026 and 2027 and will either be new additions to existing parks or a wholly new experience. The game seems well-suited for the theme park treatment with in-game activities like mine cart rides, fighting creepers, taking trips to the The Nether, and more.

Minecraft too has made inroads with other forms of entertainment with Warner Bros. jointly producing a Minecraft movie starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa set to debut in theaters in April 2025.