{"id":5499,"date":"2026-09-27T07:04:32","date_gmt":"2026-09-27T11:04:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/micdoodle8.com\/minecraft-sales-top-425-million-copies-with-new-dimension-the-sift-announced\/"},"modified":"2026-09-27T07:04:32","modified_gmt":"2026-09-27T11:04:32","slug":"minecraft-sales-top-425-million-copies-with-new-dimension-the-sift-announced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/micdoodle8.com\/fr\/minecraft-sales-top-425-million-copies-with-new-dimension-the-sift-announced\/","title":{"rendered":"Minecraft Sales Top 425 Million Copies with New Dimension The Sift Announced"},"content":{"rendered":"

Big news, crafters! During the September 2026 Minecraft LIVE broadcast, Mojang dropped a stack of exciting announcements: a brand-new dimension called The Sift<\/strong>, a chilly Ice Caves biome drop, a Nintendo Switch 2 launch date, and the jaw-dropping stat that Minecraft has now sold over 425 million copies<\/strong> worldwide. If you’ve been waiting for a fresh world to explore since The End arrived way back in 2011, your patience is about to pay off.<\/p>\n

What is The Sift?<\/h2>\n

The Sift is an upcoming dimension that’s beautiful, vibrant, and\u2014according to the official Xbox Wire post<\/a>\u2014\u201cteeming with souls.\u201d It introduces two known biomes: Meadows<\/strong>, a lush and lively landscape, and Carapace<\/strong>, whose name hints at something more shell-like or buggy. While full details are still under wraps, Mojang has confirmed The Sift will come to both \u00c9dition Java<\/strong> et \u00c9dition Bedrock<\/strong> (including Pocket Edition on mobile) in 2027<\/strong>.

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But you won’t have to wait that long to step inside. The Sift makes its debut first in Minecraft Dungeons 2<\/strong>, which launches on September 29, 2026<\/strong>. That action-RPG spin-off will let you fight through The Sift right away, giving a sneak peek at its unique aesthetic before it hits the main game. When it finally arrives in vanilla Minecraft, expect a new portal or travel method\u2014Mojang hasn’t yet revealed how we’ll get there.<\/p>\n

Ice Caves: A Frozen Underground Biome<\/h2>\n

Coming sooner is the next Minecraft game drop, featuring Ice Caves<\/strong>. This new underground biome will bring icy caverns to your overworld, complete with natural icicles hanging from the ceiling and ice crystals that emit a soft glow. It’s a cool (literally) addition for explorers who love caving and a perfect reason to craft some warm leather boots. This update will apply to both Java<\/strong> et Roche-m\u00e8re<\/strong> editions, so no matter where you play, you can dig down and chill out.<\/p>\n

Minecraft on Nintendo Switch 2<\/h2>\n

Mark your calendars: Minecraft is hitting Nintendo Switch 2 on October 27, 2026<\/strong>. Whether you play Java or Bedrock, the Switch 2 version will be the Bedrock Edition, so you can cross-play with friends on other platforms. If you’re upgrading from the original Switch, your worlds and purchases should carry over (Mojang hasn’t stated otherwise, but official details are still coming).<\/p>\n

425 Million Copies and 300,000 New Players Every Day<\/h2>\n

In case anyone still wondered if Minecraft is losing steam, XBOX CEO Asha Sharma put those doubts to rest:<\/p>\n

\u201cMore than 300,000 people play Minecraft for the first time on an average day. After 17+ years and 425M+ copies sold, I love that Minecraft is still finding new players and giving longtime ones new things to discover.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Those numbers are staggering. With 300,000 new players daily<\/strong>, the community just keeps growing. It’s the perfect backdrop for a new dimension\u2014plenty of fresh faces who might not even know the old Nether reactor cores!<\/p>\n

Timeline at a Glance<\/h2>\n