Somehow Minecraft returned, and this time it's squared. The sequel to the worst movie I saw last year has been fully revealed as A Minecraft Movie Squared. Annoyingly, it's not a bad title, but there's been more revealed at Minecraft Live, so I'll put my feelings aside and do my best to simply deliver the details.

The film is expected to release on July 23, 2027, with Kirsten Dunst, who many will know from her role as Mary Jane in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy, set to star as Steve's female counterpart, Alex.

There's more, though. Legendary British actor Matt Berry, a man with a voice to die for, is also set to appear. While his role is currently unconfirmed, his outfit has led some fans to speculate that he'll play the popular creepypasta character Herobrine. For those unfamiliar, Herobrine is a ghost-like figure rumored to haunt players' worlds, with the legend dating back to 2010.

It's not surprise we're getting a sequel, the first Minecraft movie was a massive blockbuster hit, finding a strong audience among the youth.

The reveal for the new movie featured several Minecraft creators, including TommyInnit and Quackity. Alongside the trailer, Minecraft also announced an official build challenge tied directly to the movie.

The details are fairly simple. Players are being asked to build something awesome, with finalists selected before a community vote decides the winner. There will also be a special cape up for grabs, while the winning build could appear in the movie itself.

Fans can also expect new biomes, characters, and mobs to appear in the sequel, with the team promising to take viewers even deeper into the Minecraft world this time around. whatever that entails.

I've been playing Minecraft for well over a decade, back when some of the biggest YouTubers around were The Yogscast, so it's a game that I hold quite dear. Despite my issues with the movie last year, I'm still somewhat hopeful that the sequel delivers when it releases next year.

Maybe that's just me, though. Let me know your thoughts in the comments, and be sure to take part in our poll!

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Adam is a Psychology Master’s graduate passionate about gaming, community building, and digital engagement. A lifelong Xbox fan since 2001, he started with Halo: Combat Evolved and remains an avid achievement hunter. Over the years, he has engaged with several Discord communities, helping them get established and grow. Gaming has always been more than a hobby for Adam—it’s where he’s met many friends, taken on new challenges, and connected with communities that share his passion.