Real-world Minecraft attractions are on the way, thanks to a newly-inked deal between Minecraft owner Microsoft and Merlin Entertainments.

The best-selling video game of all time is about to leap off the screen. According to a joint press release Tuesday, the new Minecraft attractions will feature digitally enabled, immersive, real-life experiences and “touchpoints that will allow guests to ...

The global gaming phenomenon Minecraft is coming to the real world for the first time in a global deal to open themed rides, attractions, hotel rooms and retail outlets, starting with the UK and US. Minecraft has struck a deal with UK-headquartered Merlin Entertainments – Europe’s largest theme park operator and the second biggest globally after Disney – which runs more than 135 attractions in 23 countries including Alton Towers,