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Minecraft Vita Hands-On Preview
Minecraft fans have been waiting a long time for the game to come to PlayStation Vita. The PS4 and Xbox One versions of Minecraft were finally released recently, but while we’d heard that the Vita version was due in August, 4J Studios Tweeted on the 26th that they had “a bit more work to do” before they could hand it over to Sony. It was playable at gamescom, however, and we checked it out so that you can see how the console version of the game looks on a small screen.
The trailer for Minecraft: PS Vita Edition sums up what’s exciting about this version of Minecraft: those familiar square, circle, cross, and triangle symbols a nod to the patient PlayStation 4 and Vita owners; the map a hint at the sizes of the worlds you’ll be able to hold in the palms of your hands; the two Vitas side by side showing the multiplayer that will work both locally and online; the Nether Portal a reminder that this is not the same slimmed-down version of Minecraft we’re used to on phones and tablets.
When it comes to how the game feels to play, what stands out is the use of those dual analog sticks that mark the Vita as more of what you might call a “hardcore” console than its main competitor the 3DS. Where Minecraft: Pocket Edition – the iOS and Android version of the game – has occasionally clumsy touch-screen controls, here it feels far more natural to move and look around, as you can see as we walk through the trees, the scattering of snow a hint at the varied biomes this version will include. The discovery of a little pool half in light and half in shadow is a reminder that despite its blockiness Minecraft can be a beautiful game.
Minecraft looks particularly good on the Vita’s screen, and seems to run well too, with the world filling in in the background as we emerge from the trees. The draw distance – the distance away from the player to which the world is drawn – might not be as big as it will be in the upcoming PS4 version of the game, but you can see enough around you to get that sense of exploration. As you can see from our time with the game, this version also includes maps, so as you do explore the world you’ll be able to record your exploration and share it with a friend in cooperative play. The worlds might not be as big as those in the new version of Minecraft: Pocket Edition, but they’re big enough to give you plenty to discover.
As well as that sense of physical discovery, Minecraft Vita should also enable discovery of the game itself, as this new version on a new console brings new players to the already incredibly popular game. One thing that’s great about the console versions of Minecraft is their tutorials, and the Vita version is no different. As you can see throughout the video, snippets of text appear in the corner of the screen to tell the player what they’re looking at – like the lilypad – or to give suggestions of what to do. That level of helpful instruction, combined with the portability of the Vita console, makes this version of Minecraft great for showing to friends and family who aren’t yet fans but would like to understand more, maybe even those parents who’d love to know why their kids love this game so much.
Minecraft PS Vita Edition – RELEASE DATE CONFIRMED! + NEW TRAILER
Minecraft fans, the wait is finally over! Minecraft PS Vita Edition will be available on PlayStation Store on Wednesday, 15th October for only €18.99/£12.99. The retail version will then follow on 19th November (21st November in the UK and Ireland).
With the portability benefits of PS Vita and its dual analogue control system, you can now transfer your existing Minecraft PS3 Edition save to and from the PS Vita Edition, and continue to build, explore, and conquer anytime, anywhere. When you’re done, simply transfer your save to the PS4 Edition for the ultimate Minecraft experience!
For those that already own PS3 Edition and have been eagerly waiting for the PS Vita Edition Cross-Buy, or are looking to join the Minecraft family for the first time, here’s how it works:
About to purchase PS Vita Edition (PS Store) from 15th October
On your PS3 or PS Vita, purchase Minecraft PS Vita Edition for €18.99/£12.99. Once you have made the purchase, you’ll be able to download the PS3 Edition for free and upgrade to PS4 Edition for €3.99.
About to purchase PS Vita Edition (retail) from 19th November
On your PS3 or PS Vita, enter the pack-in voucher code through PS Store and you’ll be able to download the PS Vita and PS3 Editions digitally, and upgrade to the PS4 Edition for €3.99.
Existing PS3 Edition owners (disc or digital)
On your PS3 or PS Vita, simply log into PlayStation Store and find Minecraft PS Vita Edition and you’ll be able to download it for free.
Existing PS4 Edition owners (disc or digital)
Only the PS3 and PS Vita editions are eligible for the Cross-Buy offer.
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