Minecraft is now celebrating its 15th anniversary, and over the years, the game has undergone numerous experiments, including multimedia ventures and significant spin-off titles. While these spin-offs have had mixed success, one game in the larger Minecraft franchise stands out as deserving a second chance.

The history of Minecraft spin-offs is inconsistent, with recent examples facing particular challenges. Minecraft Dungeons enjoyed a reasonably solid run with several years of DLC and updates before its support concluded. Conversely, Minecraft Legends had less than a year in the spotlight before plans for additional content were abandoned. Both games faced criticism for offering minimalistic interpretations of their respective genres and failing to fully capitalize on their Minecraft theme. Minecraft Legends, in particular, was noted for its perceived lack of involvement from Mojang.