Games Minecraft Release Dates
Minecraft has already been released on Xbox 360, Mac, PC, Xbox One, Wii U, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, PS Vita, Nintendo 3DS and is currently expected to release for PlayStation 5.
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All release dates for Minecraft

The whole world:
  • Xbox 360 → Game released → May 9, 2012
  • Mac → Game released → November 18, 2011
  • PC → Game released → November 18, 2011
  • Xbox One → Game released → September 5, 2014
  • Wii U → Game released → December 17, 2015
  • Nintendo Switch → Game released → May 12, 2017
  • Xbox One → Game released → September 20, 2017
  • iOS → Game released → August 15, 2011
  • Android → Game released → August 15, 2011
  • PlayStation 5 → Game in development → October 22, 2024

Russia:
  • PlayStation 4 → Game released → October 3, 2014
  • PlayStation 3 → Game released → May 14, 2014

USA:
  • PlayStation 3 → Game released → December 17, 2013
  • PlayStation 4 → Game released → October 7, 2014
  • PS Vita → Game released → October 14, 2014
  • PlayStation 4 → Game released → September 3, 2014
  • Xbox One → Game released → November 18, 2014
  • Nintendo Switch → Game released → June 21, 2018
  • Nintendo 3DS → Game released → September 13, 2017

Europe:
  • PlayStation 3 → Game released → December 18, 2013
  • PlayStation 4 → Game released → October 3, 2014
  • PS Vita → Game released → October 15, 2014

Explanation of statuses in release dates

Game in development

The game has been officially announced and is under development for the specified platforms. In this case, an exact or estimated release date is provided.

Game released

The game has been released, it is available for purchase or download on the specified platforms.

Not officially announced

The game has not been officially announced yet, but the likelihood of it is high. A possible release date and likely platforms are indicated.

Early Access

The game has been released in early access. This means that developers have released an unfinished, but playable version of the game, available to anyone interested. Usually, such versions are available at a reduced price or even for free, and the game is more expensive upon release. However, be prepared to encounter bugs, as development is still ongoing.

Beta testing

The game is being tested, it is available to everyone, or to a limited number of people. Tests can be closed or open. By participating in the beta test, players can try out the project shortly before its release.

Frozen

The game was in development for some time, but now it's frozen. Perhaps someday the developers will return and finish the game, but more often than not, the project is simply shut down.

Game canceled

The game's development has been definitively and irrevocably canceled. This status signifies the project's demise.

The project is closed

The game has faded into obscurity. What is currently happening with the project is unknown, but it is most likely shut down.