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Minecraft - Nintendo Switch

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$29.99 when purchased online
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About this item

Highlights

  • Minecraft is a game about placing blocks and going on adventures
  • Explore randomly generated worlds and build amazing things from the simplest of homes to the grandest of castles
  • Play in creative mode with unlimited resources or mine deep into the world in survival mode, crafting weapons and armor to fend off the dangerous mobs
  • Play on the go in handheld or tabletop modes
  • Includes Super Mario Mash-Up, Natural Texture Pack, Biome Settlers Skin Pack, Battle & Beasts Skin Pack, Campfire Tales Skin Pack; Compatible with Nintendo Switch only

Description

Minecraft is a game about placing blocks and going on adventures.

Explore randomly generated worlds and build amazing things from the simplest of homes to the grandest of castles. Play in creative mode with unlimited resources or mine deep into the world in survival mode, crafting weapons and armor to fend off the dangerous mobs.
Model Compatibility: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite
ESRB Age Rating: E10 - Everyone 10 and Older
ESRB Content Descriptors: Fantasy violence
Electronics Condition: New
Video Game Genre: Adventure
Format: Physical
Multiplayer: Online and Local Multiplayer
Battery: No Battery Used
Street Date: June 21, 2018
TCIN: 53662394
UPC: 045496591779
Item Number (DPCI): 207-30-7074
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 6.62 inches length x 4.14 inches width x 0.55 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.12 pounds
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: United States Minor Outlying Islands, American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Virgin Islands, U.S., Guam (see also separate entry under GU), APO/FPO, Northern Mariana Islands

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Q: Is this the bedrock edition?

submitted by MineFan - 7 years ago
  • A: Hi, MineFan! Regarding your question about the Minecraft - Nintendo Switch: Yes, Minecraft for the Switch and other mobile devices is known as the Bedrock Edition (will be displayed with no subtitle, just "Minecraft). If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883, every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byPatrick - 7 years ago
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    submitted byHello - 4 years ago
  • A: No its not the bedrock edition

    submitted bygreg - 6 years ago
  • A: Bedrock =console edition. Java =computer edition.

    submitted byLoyd - 4 years ago

Q: Is this compatible with the Nintendo Switch Lite?

submitted by Mic - 5 years ago
  • A: If you want to get a game for your switch lite then make shure it supports hand held it is optional to play most games in tabletop mode

    submitted byLoyd - 4 years ago
  • A: Any game on the switch is compatible with the lite as long as it supports handheld mode, or you might need to get extra controllers. Minecraft is one of the games.

    submitted byJohn - 4 years ago
  • A: Hi, Mic! Regarding your question about the Minecraft - Nintendo Switch: Yes, this game can be played on the Switch Lite. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byKris - 5 years ago
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Q: Does it have a creative mode where the land is flat and I can just build anything there like it did on the phone app

submitted by Debra - 9 days ago
  • A: Hi Debra, thanks for reaching out about the Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. Minecraft - Nintendo Switch Creative is a game mode that is available in all versions of Minecraft. Creative mode gives you unlimited resources, free flying, and lets you destroy blocks instantly when mining. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7 am-11 pm CST.

    submitted byRena - 8 days ago
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Q: How many players can play at a time

submitted by ehs24 - 2 months ago
  • A: Hi ehs24, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch Minecraft on the Switch does support split screen local multiplayer with up to 4 players. The game also has online multiplayer so you can join your friends from all over the world on the same server. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byMike - 2 months ago
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Q: Is this a cartridge or down load

submitted by Becca - 2 months ago
  • A: Hi Becca, thanks for reaching out about the Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. The Minecraft - Nintendo Switch the game is physical. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byRena - 2 months ago
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Q: Does it cost money after you buy it?

submitted by question - 3 months ago
  • A: Hi question, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. On Minecraft for Nintendo Switch, you can purchase various cosmetic items like skin packs (character appearances), texture packs (changing how blocks look), mash-up packs (themed worlds with matching skins and textures), and marketplace worlds (custom-made levels) through the in-game Minecraft Marketplace, all using an in-game currency called Minecoins which can be bought with real money. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byJoe - 3 months ago
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Q: do you have to have WiFi to play?

submitted by kayleyrose - 2 years ago
  • A: Hi kayleyrose, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. Minecraft is an online game and requires internet and to setup an account for minecraft, even to play alone. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byMatt - 2 years ago
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Q: Do you need to pay for an account once you instal the game or is the account free?

submitted by Is there a free account - 2 years ago
  • A: Hi Is there a free account, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. You will need the appropriate subscription service to play online, like on the Switch, you need Nintendo Switch Online. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byJoe - 2 years ago
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Q: Is this the physical version?

submitted by Ryleigh - 2 years ago
  • A: Hi, Ryleigh! Regarding your question about the Minecraft - Nintendo Switch: This is the physical version of the game. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byIvan - 2 years ago
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Q: Can you play this on Java Editon Nintendo?

submitted by Dave - 3 years ago
  • A: Hi, Dave! Regarding your question about the Minecraft - Nintendo Switch: Unfortunately the Java edition of Minecraft is only available on PC. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byTaylor - 3 years ago
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Summary of reviews

The game offers a fun and creative experience for guests of all ages, allowing players to build and explore in a sandbox environment. However, many guests have reported performance issues, including slow loading times and crashes, particularly on the Switch. While kids enjoy the imaginative aspects, the technical difficulties can hinder gameplay. Guests recommend considering other platforms for a smoother experience, especially for multiplayer modes.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.6 out of 5 stars with 613 reviews
    gameplay: 4.03 out of 5
    graphics: 4.13 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 4.29 out of 5
    sound quality: 4.38 out of 5
    52% would recommend
    50 recommendations

    Very satisfied

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I appreciate the quick delivery because I was given another delivery date and it came early. My God son is going to be so happy.
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    Endless hours of fun.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Retrodad - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Minecraft a game that provides endless hours of entertainment. The game is continually updated so always new things to do. It’s a relaxing game in with free play and survival options. Great for all ages. Can play individually, with others on a local network or online.
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 4 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?

    Got boring fast

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    David - 2 months ago
    Overall it was Ok. One thing I have to say is that if you have gotten used to playing pocket edition with no crosshairs it really takes a while to get used to the switch version. Once I got used to the controls it was fun for a bit but got boring after a while.
    lasting appeal: 2 out of 5
    gameplay: 3 out of 5
    sound quality: 4 out of 5
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?

    Fun game

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Kayla - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
    Bought this for my 5 year old for Christmas to go with his new switch. It has a learning curve, but once he got the hang of it he was golden. We have it on creative mode only.
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Crashes a lot

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Vincent - 5 months ago
    Every time now when i add add-ons to this it usually works but somtimes it constintly crashes even worse it takes 5-10 minutes to start up me as a 11 year old that wrote this is disappointed.
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 4 out of 5
    gameplay: 3 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Fun game for kids

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Britt1992 - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    My kids all have this for their switch and love it.
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Ran horribly 6 years ago, is even worse now.

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Sonic - 10 months ago
    This version of Minecraft (Pocket Edition) already runs pretty poorly compared to previous versions, but this Switch port in particular is in an unacceptable state, it’s worse than it was at launch 6 years ago. This version is in need of some serious quality control before it’s playable.
    graphics: 1 out of 5
    gameplay: 1 out of 5
    sound quality: 3 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 1 out of 5
    12 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    My four grandsons

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Robidob - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
    Like grandson loved it!!!
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    4 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Great game but not for switch

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    gracela - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
    I love Minecraft and I was excited to get it on my Switch so I could play on the go. However, it runs so slowly that it’s really frustrating to play and I don’t find myself reaching for it often - my 6 year old Macbook air runs Minecraft better than this. For reference, I have an OLED switch that’s about a year old and it has no issues running games like Skyrim. Great game, but don’t recommend buying it for switch unless you have no other system that can run it.
    12 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Great for the grandkids

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
    While I do not like video games, including Minecraft, my 8 and 5 year old grandkids love it.
    6 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Great, creative mind game

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Ash - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
    Super fun game for all ages
    gameplay: 4 out of 5
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    6 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Awesome!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Love it - 1 year ago
    Great game! I love everything except the multiplayer split screens but I mean that’s just part of every sandbox game :)
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    5 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Minecraft Ninetendo Switch

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Sherry - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
    Do not order these switch games from Target-they will send you one that has been opened and then refuse to refund because it has been opened! Dishonest!!
    graphics: 1 out of 5
    sound quality: 1 out of 5
    gameplay: 1 out of 5
    14 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Play time

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Yami90 - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
    I like that it let’s my child use her imagination and creat anything she likes it keeps her entertained and loves wondering around
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    8 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    My son loves it!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    mgf - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
    My son loves it! For reference, he is 6.
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    25 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Game

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Doll - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
    good price and great fun
    10 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    cool game!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    sarah h - 2 years ago
    It is VERY true that you build almost anything in this game. Crafting is my favorite! (in my opinion) A++++++++++++++ for this game.
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    12 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Super slow on switch.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Beedub - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
    Here's my issue, minecraft is in my top 5 favorite games EVER. after buying it for every other console I moved onto the switch and wanted to play anywhere. My games loaded EXTREMELY slow, took forever to even be able to move across the map and have the ground load under me. Playing in creative mode was absolutely out of the question. I tried moving my games to an SD card and then just deleted all of my games. It still ran extremely slow. Am I the only one???
    16 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Great

    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Kylie - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
    This is a great game for switch and works very well. My only complaint is that if you want to play online with friends (ex: make a world, play online game modes, etc.) you have to buy Nintendo Switch Online, which is about $4 a month. If you are getting this game to play with friends I suggest just getting pocket addition (Minecraft mobile) to save money in the long run.
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    12 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    LOVE IT!!!!!!!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Kaka - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
    I loved this and my kids love it but it is a tad bit laggy when you play 2 player 3 player ECT other wise totally recommend and worth every penny!!
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 4 out of 5
    12 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

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