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Minecraft - Nintendo Switch

$29.99

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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.

Please visit this game’s page on the official Nintendo website for the most up to date compatibility information.
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: 6.61 inches length x 4.09 inches width x 0.47 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.1323 pounds

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Q: Is this the bedrock edition?

submitted by MineFan - 8 years ago
  • A: No its not the bedrock edition

    submitted bygreg - 8 years ago
  • A: Bedrock =console edition. Java =computer edition.

    submitted byLoyd - 5 years ago
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    submitted byHello - 5 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 - 8 years ago
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  • A: Este juego le silbe a un Nintendo switch 2

    submitted byWil - 7 days ago

Q: How many players can play at a time

submitted by ehs24 - 1 year ago
  • A: 6⁵⁵ti 7th 6 5th 7 45min 4 5th

    submitted byU 5th94 r 5 5th o - 2 months ago
  • A: 6⁵⁵ti 7tP.O. Box 3712 Albany, NY 12203h 6 5th 7 45min 4 5th

    submitted byU 5th94 r 5 5th o - 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 - 1 year ago
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Q: Is this compatible with the Nintendo Switch Lite?

submitted by Mic - 6 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 - 5 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 - 5 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 - 6 years ago
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Q: How many players can play

submitted by Emma - 1 month ago
  • A: Hi, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. The number of players you can have in Minecraft on the Nintendo Switch depends entirely on how you are connecting. 1. Same Console (Split-Screen) Up to 4 players can play on a single Nintendo Switch. Requirement: The Switch must be docked and connected to a TV. Split-screen does not work in handheld mode or on the Switch Lite. Controllers: You will need a full controller setup for each person (either a pair of Joy-Cons or a Pro Controller per player). 2. Local Wireless (Multiple Switches, Same Room) Up to 8 players can play together. Requirement: Each player must have their own Nintendo Switch and their own copy of the game. Note: You do not need a Nintendo Switch Online subscription for this mode, as the consoles connect directly to each other. 3. Online Multiplayer Up to 8 players can join a standard world. Up to 10 players can play if you are using a Minecraft Realm (a paid subscription server). Requirement: An active Nintendo Switch Online subscription is required for every player who wants to play online. Cross-Platform: You can play with friends on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and Mobile because the Switch uses the "Bedrock" edition of the game. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byJoe - 1 month ago
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  • A: Hi, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. The number of players you can have in Minecraft on the Nintendo Switch depends on how you choose to play. Here is the specific breakdown: 1. Same Console (Split-Screen) Up to 4 players can play on a single Nintendo Switch. Requirements: The Switch must be docked and connected to a TV (it does not support split-screen in handheld or tabletop mode). The TV resolution must be set to 720p or higher. You need a full controller setup for each person (either a pair of Joy-Cons or a Pro Controller per player). A single sideways Joy-Con is not supported for Minecraft. 2. Local Wireless (Multiple Switches in the same room) Up to 8 players can play together. Requirements: Each player must have their own Nintendo Switch and their own copy of Minecraft. No internet connection or Nintendo Switch Online subscription is required for this mode, as the consoles connect directly to each other. 3. Online Multiplayer Up to 8 players can join a standard world. Up to 10 players can play if you use a Minecraft Realm (a paid monthly subscription server). Requirements: An active Nintendo Switch Online subscription is required for every player. A free Microsoft Account is required for cross-platform play (to play with friends on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, or Mobile). If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byJoe - 1 month ago
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Q: Can I play bed wars on this

submitted by Nadia - 2 months ago
  • A: no, you'd need to play on java (PC) instead of bedrock

    submitted byamayer - 2 months ago
  • A: Hi, thank you for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. Yes, you absolutely can play Bed Wars on Minecraft for Nintendo Switch, but not directly from the main game; you need to access it through servers like The Hive or Cube Craft by adding them in the Multiplayer section, which lets you join games with other Bedrock players on consoles and mobile devices. You can buy official Bed Wars content from the Marketplace too, but servers offer the classic experience. 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 months 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 - 1 year ago
  • A: If you mean just the flat grassy thing, then yes there is. You can do that in creative or survival

    submitted byAvailable and sales - 10 months 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 - 1 year ago
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Q: Is this game compatible with Nintendo Switch 2? Thanks!

submitted by Sunnyday - 2 months ago
  • A: Hi, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. Yes, Minecraft is compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2. 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 months ago
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Q: Is this compatible with Nintendo's switch 2 or would I need to purchase something different

submitted by Lil - 2 months ago
  • A: Hi, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch This game is compatible with the Switch 2. Nintendo has made the Switch 2 to be very nearly 100% backwards compatible with games on the first Switch as well. 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: Does this game require internet to play?

submitted by AJ - 3 months ago
  • A: Hi, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch. That is an important question, especially for travel or playing in areas with poor Wi-Fi! The great news is that Minecraft on Nintendo Switch can be played completely offline for its core single-player experience. 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: Will Minecraft be re released for the Switch 2? I would just buy this one for it, but if a new, maybe better version will be released eventually, I’d rather wait

submitted by Available and sales - 4 months ago
  • A: Hi, thanks for reaching out about Minecraft - Nintendo Switch While there is no official announcement, it is highly likely that a dedicated "Minecraft: Switch 2 Edition" will be released, as the current version runs on the hardware, and past generations have received upgraded versions If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byJustin - 4 months ago
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Additional product information and recommendations

Guests are saying

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 722 reviews
    gameplay: 3.98 out of 5
    graphics: 4.05 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 4.17 out of 5
    sound quality: 4.24 out of 5
    73% would recommend
    41 recommendations
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    20 January, 2026Verified purchase

    Fun game cards

    I bought this as a Christmas gift for my son, and he loves it so much that he plays with it almost every day.
    Xiaozhen
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    4 January, 2026Verified purchase

    Missing Game!

    Opened the box and the game wasn’t inside it! No code either! Completely empty!
    Em
    gameplay: 1 out of 5
    graphics: 1 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 1 out of 5
    sound quality: 1 out of 5
    Did you find this review helpful?
    5 out of 5 stars
    17 December, 2025

    (no review title)

    It is veryyyy good
    Martina
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    27 June, 2025Verified purchase

    just buy it

    a nice calming game when on creative mode, a little more rough while playing the actual game BUT super fun nonetheless. currently having some issues with the game booting me off but it may just be internet related
    gameplay: 4 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    3 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    6 June, 2025Verified purchase

    Zero fun

    Trying to figure out how to help your child make this “game” work takes way too much time and effort. Unless you have another child or adult who already knows what to do then you will be stuck searching the internet for help with a child who wants to already be “playing” this “game” that still needs to be built. This is not a game. It’s like sims world but you make it with legos.
    NaturGirl
    gameplay: 1 out of 5
    graphics: 1 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 1 out of 5
    sound quality: 3 out of 5
    9 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    4 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    19 April, 2025

    Minecraft

    I love this game and play it a lot, maybe too much 😂. I love the blocky texture and all that stuff. The only thing I don’t like is that you have to have both a Nintendo and a Microsoft account to use the marketplace. I can’t change my skin, and the other features the game comes with (Mario themed world and skins, the other skins packs, and maybe something else all require those accounts, which I’m not allowed to have. But if you have kids and you don’t want them to have multiplayer access, then don’t sign into those accounts for them. It keeps them from having that access, but they won’t have marketplace either, so no mods, add ons, or additional skins. I love the game though, and would definitely recommend
    Available and sales
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 4 out of 5
    sound quality: 4 out of 5
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    10 February, 2025Verified purchase

    Flex those creativity muscles

    My kids are still playing with this even after a few weekends, so it really holds their interest. They enjoy both the creative and survival mode. I like that they can use split screen to play together, and can use local play to do this. I also like how they get to flex their creativity muscles with this game.
    FAS
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 4 out of 5
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    22 December, 2024Verified purchase

    Very satisfied

    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.
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    9 December, 2024Verified purchase

    Endless hours of fun.

    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.
    Retrodad
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 4 out of 5
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    3 out of 5 stars
    29 November, 2024

    Got boring fast

    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.
    David
    lasting appeal: 2 out of 5
    gameplay: 3 out of 5
    sound quality: 4 out of 5
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    3 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    27 November, 2024Verified purchase

    Fun game

    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.
    Kayla
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    8 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    6 September, 2024Verified purchase

    Fun game for kids

    My kids all have this for their switch and love it.
    Britt1992
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    5 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    7 April, 2024

    Ran horribly 6 years ago, is even worse now.

    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.
    Sonic
    graphics: 1 out of 5
    gameplay: 1 out of 5
    sound quality: 3 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 1 out of 5
    14 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    21 January, 2024Verified purchase

    My four grandsons

    Like grandson loved it!!!
    Robidob
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    5 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    6 January, 2024Verified purchase

    Great game but not for switch

    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.
    gracela
    19 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    27 December, 2023Verified purchase

    Great for the grandkids

    While I do not like video games, including Minecraft, my 8 and 5 year old grandkids love it.
    7 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    27 December, 2023Verified purchase

    Great, creative mind game

    Super fun game for all ages
    Ash
    gameplay: 4 out of 5
    graphics: 4 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    8 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    15 December, 2023

    Awesome!

    Great game! I love everything except the multiplayer split screens but I mean that’s just part of every sandbox game :)
    Love it
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    7 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    5 December, 2023Verified purchase

    Minecraft Ninetendo Switch

    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!!
    Sherry
    graphics: 1 out of 5
    sound quality: 1 out of 5
    gameplay: 1 out of 5
    20 guests found this review helpful. Did you?
    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    1 August, 2023Verified purchase

    Play time

    I like that it let’s my child use her imagination and creat anything she likes it keeps her entertained and loves wondering around
    Yami90
    gameplay: 5 out of 5
    lasting appeal: 5 out of 5
    sound quality: 5 out of 5
    graphics: 5 out of 5
    10 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

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