Minecraft Story Mode: The Complete Adventure for Nintendo Switch – Review Following an unsuccessful building competition and a back-alley deal gone sour, the gang of characters are suddenly tasked with saving the world from annihilation at the hands of the fearsome Wither Storm.

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Have you ever wondered what life in the world of Minecraft would be like? Look no further, as Minecraft Story Mode: The Complete Adventure will give you all of the insights you’re looking for. The game is developed by Telltale Games, who are well-known for their interactive point-and-click adventures like The Walking Dead: A Telltale Series.

Minecraft Story Mode is entirely based on the sandbox game Minecraft, albeit with original characters and a fully fleshed-out plot. The game stars Jesse, pig companion Reuben, and their ragtag group of misfit friends. Following an unsuccessful building competition and a back-alley deal gone sour, they are suddenly tasked with saving the world from annihilation at the hands of the fearsome Wither Storm.

The game includes the most important aspects of Minecraft by incorporating crafting, building, and even fighting monsters into the story. The dialogue is witty and filled with Minecraft references, and the voice acting is top-notch. I’ve been utterly charmed by the wide array of characters, and Episode 6 even includes cameos from popular YouTubers like StacyPlays, LDShadowLady and StampyCat.

Later episodes feature popular YouTubers like StacyPlays and StampyCat.

The visuals are faithful to Mojang’s Minecraft, but Telltale have added extra flourishes and brighter colours that give the blocky design a new lease of life. The frame rate drops from time to time in portable mode, though it doesn’t have a big impact on gameplay. The game looks and plays better when the Switch is docked, and playing on a TV provides a more cinematic experience.

Unfortunately, the control scheme is a little dissatisfying. The button configuration just doesn’t feel natural at all. The game can also be played using the touchscreen, but it’s too awkward for scenes that require quick responses.

Despite the unreliable frame rate and unnatural controls, Minecraft Story Mode is incredibly entertaining to play. Only a Minecraft player will understand the gags, but the game is really only intended for fans of the series anyway. Minecraft Story Mode isn’t groundbreaking, but it features an inventive plot, stellar characters and a truckload of humour. If you need a reprieve from raiding Sea Temples, escaping the Nether or fighting the Ender Dragon, Minecraft Story Mode: The Complete Adventure has got you covered.

Minecraft Story Mode: The Complete Adventure is available now as a physical cartridge and an eShop digital download. Season Two is expected to be released for the Nintendo Switch this fall.

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