Minecraft: Story Mode is a standalone piece of the Minecraft series that follows a storyline with lots of characters, twists, and turns. The game is based on the world of Minecraft, and it will introduce players to all of the most famous elements of the game, such as the Overworld, the End, and the Nether.
The game includes several episodes, and the first episode is completely free. Other episodes are unlocked by purchasing the full game, which unlocks up to episode five, and episodes six, seven, and eight can be purchased separately in the app or by purchasing the Adventure Pass. The Adventure Pass allows players to access all episodes.
The main game only includes the first five episodes, but that's more than enough for most players. You'll start by choosing the gender of your character, but the name 'Jessie' is the default name for both genders, so it doesn't matter beyond the aesthetic of the character. The game revolves around The Order of the Stone, a legendary group of heroes who were responsible for killing the Ender Dragon.
One day, while you and your friends are attending EnderCon, your group realizes that something isn’t right. The Order of the Stone, which consists of warriors, Redstone engineers, architects, and grifters, is nowhere to be found, and your group was particularly hoping to meet Gabriel the Warrior at EnderCon. Instead, you find nothing but fear and horror as terror descends upon the world. Your group has no choice but to set out on an expedition in search of The Order of the Stone, who you hope will be able to stop the evil and save the world from destruction.
This game includes a great plot that works like an RPG, where the player controls their character and works to improve their abilities throughout the game. It was created by the creators of Minecraft in collaboration with Telltale Games, one of the most renowned makers of adventure games in the industry. You’ll quickly find that every decision you make in the game determines what’s going to happen in the story. The way you interact with people and what you say to them has a huge impact on the development of the plot, as you are involved in some of the most tense and action-packed moments. The element of the unknown is highly prevalent in this game as everything you do can have an impact on the outcome.
The voice acting in this title is worth mentioning. Many famous actors have provided the voices for some of the characters, including Patton Oswald, Ashley Johnson, Brian Posehn, Dave Fennoy, Scott Porter, Corey Feldman, Martha Plimpton, Paul Reubens, and Billy West. Their talent is what makes this game a great piece of entertainment.
