Minecraft is a game about blocks. You break them, collect them and build with them. In Creative mode you have every block right away, and in Survival mode you have to gather everything and survive the night.

The free updates keep adding new mobs, biomes and items, so there is always something new to try.

Parents should know that online servers let you play with strangers, so ask a grown-up to help you set up a private world with friends.

What's great

  • You can build anything
  • Plays on almost every device
  • Always getting free updates

Not so great

  • Survival mode can be scary at night for younger kids
  • Online servers need a parent to set up