Microsoft has recently unveiled a new offering for Minecraft enthusiasts: the Minecraft Marketplace Pass. This announcement, made on the Minecraft official website, introduces a subscription model priced at $3.99 per month. The subscription provides Bedrock players with access to an extensive selection of over 150 different content packs within the Minecraft Marketplace, which gets updated monthly. Importantly, Minecraft players can continue enjoying the game without the need for the Marketplace Pass.
A Closer Look at the Minecraft Marketplace Pass
The Marketplace serves as the central location for content created by the Minecraft community, including Haut packs, adventure worlds, Überleben spawns, mashups, Textur packs, and more. Microsoft has committed to curating over 150 of the finest offerings from these categories to include in the Marketplace Pass each month. Additionally, subscribers will receive a new assortment of Character Creator items monthly.
“Some are story-driven, others combat focused, a few will make you a speedy parkour pro or an unbeatable puzzle master, while others magically make your blocky Welt look different,” Microsoft explained. “Every single eine of them is created by our brilliant community of creators and there to add new playstyles and variety to your Minecraft sessions.”
It’s important to note that once a particular world, texture pack, skin pack, or mash-up is removed from the catalog, players will have to purchase it directly from the Marketplace to continue its use during their gameplay. However, Microsoft has clarified that packs will remain on your device until you choose to delete them. Any Character Creator items claimed monthly are yours to keep forever. Additionally, a Realms Plus subscription now includes the Marketplace Pass.
Cross-Device Accessibility
One of the benefits of purchasing the Marketplace Pass is the ability to access all packs across any device that supports the Minecraft: Bedrock Edition and has the Minecraft Marketplace, provided you are logged into your Minecraft account. However, it’s worth mentioning that the service is not compatible with Amazon Kindle Fire devices or the Minecraft Java Edition.
This initiative not only enriches the Minecraft playing experience by offering a wealth of new content but also supports the creative efforts of the Minecraft community by showcasing their creations. Whether you’re looking to enhance your game with new adventures, styles, or challenges, the Minecraft Marketplace Pass opens the door to a treasure trove of content, ready to be explored.
