'Minecraft Earth' Gets a Bit more Physical Thanks to the new Minis that Are NFC-enabled

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25 September 2022


When the mobile-based Minecraft Earth was announced last year, it immediately attracted comparisons to Pokemon Go because of its use of Augmented Reality and location-based games. But it was very different (as senior editor Jess Conditt will attest), since it didn't require you to actually go outside to play its mining and building games. Now, Mattel has added another play dimension to Minecraft Earth that Pokemon Go can't really boast of: NFC-enabled figurines.



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The Boost Mini figures are priced at $5 and will include a variety characters from Minecraft, including Steve, Alex and creepers, ducks, cows, and ducks. Each figure is adorable on its own. If you place it in the vicinity of an NFC-enabled gadget, special capabilities will be granted within Minecraft Earth for a specified time. The timer will be displayed on the screen. As an incentive to collect all the minis (or take them away from your friends) you'll also earn an XP reward for registering the mini with Minecraft Earth.



The initial batch being released this spring features 20 different minis, with 10 different abilities to pick from. minecraft news And, if you are the type who's planning to take your Minecraft Earth game out and around, Mattel is also selling a potion-shaped carrying case that can be clipped to your belt.



Mattel announced new $3.50 blind-box miniatures that are themed to the classic Minecraft. They also have larger figures measuring 3.5 inches that are compatible with the upcoming Minecraft Dungeons. The Redstone Monstrosity, which is over six inches tall, is especially enjoyable because it's sized to match those toys. The 3.5-inch figurines cost $10 and the monstrosity is expected to retail for $25 when it's launched in the fall.



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