Mojang finally buries the idea of Minecraft 2: "It would be like creating a Earth 2"

If you still had hopes of seeing Minecraft 2 someday, it's better to accept reality: that's not going to happen. At least, not according to Mojang Studios themselves. In a recent interview with IGN, production executive Ingela Garneij was straightforward in addressing the topic that has been circulating among fans for over a decade since the original phenomenon was released.

"Do you think we will have a Earth 2? No, we won't. There is no Minecraft 2," Garneij stated emphatically.

The statement may sound disappointing for those who were expecting a direct evolution of the game, but according to the Mojang team, the studio's proposal is completely different. Instead of creating a sequel, the goal is to keep the original Minecraft alive, relevant, and in constant transformation — for another 15 years or more.

"We've been around for 15 years," Garneij explained. "We want to exist for at least 15 more. Agnes [Larsson, game director] and I work together to define the long-term vision and strategy. We think about how Minecraft can continue to evolve without needing a direct sequel."

Originally released in 2009, Minecraft is now the best-selling game of all time, with over 300 million copies sold and an expansive ecosystem that includes mods, custom servers, spin-offs like Minecraft Dungeons, and the recently launched Minecraft Legends, as well as collaborations with global brands, events like Minecraft Live, and versions adapted for education.

However, this longevity also comes with challenges. The base technology of Minecraft is over 15 years old, and keeping up with the pace of newer games is not an easy task.

"The age of the game is a challenge," Garneij admitted. "The technology from 15 years ago limits us in a way. Other games emerge with new graphic engines that run much smoother. Our biggest technical obstacle is precisely the age of our code."

Still, Mojang has been investing in major regular updates, such as the Tricky Trials Update, which brings new blocks, structures, and gameplay mechanics. And of course, we must not forget the constant support for mods and open APIs, which keep the community active and creative.

Although the idea of a direct sequel may seem appealing, Minecraft has already proven to be a living and mutable platform, where evolution occurs organically — within the same game. It's a universe that embraces changes without losing its original identity. Or, as Garneij aptly put it, "you can't recreate something like Minecraft. Just like you can't recreate the Earth."

In the end, perhaps it's better this way. Instead of a new world, Mojang is committed to keeping the current one richer, more vibrant, and more accessible than ever before. And let's be honest: this cube still has many faces to explore.