Mojang, the video game developer behind "Minecraft," has announced yet another major crossover collaboration - this time with the popular tabletop game "Dungeons & Dragons." The two major releases of this venture are a new DLC for Minecraft and a free monster compendium full of "Minecraft" creatures for "D&D" Players.
Unveiling the Looming Collaboration: 'Minecraft' & 'Dungeons & Dragons'
According to the story by IGN Southeast Asia, the looming collaboration between Mojang's game-launching phenomenon "Minecraft" and "Dungeons & Dragons" has finally been unveiled, bringing many exciting features to both worlds, "Minecraft and The Forgotten Realms."
Fans of both franchises will be thrilled with these new offerings, ranging from a series of major changes in "Minecraft" to a much-needed compendium of monsters for dispatching a seemingly endless horde of blocky baddies in a "Dungeons & Dragons" campaign.
The upcoming "Minecraft" DLC, tentatively titled "The Forgotten Realms Pack," has already enthralled many fans with its creative new approach to the long-standing sandbox platform, with more details explained in an article by Polygon.
Explore New Foes in the "D&D- Minecraft" Crossover DLC
The trailer showcased a reimagining of several classic "D&D" locations, such as the Castle Ravenloft, and a wide variety of new enemies and adversaries to battle in these environments.
This includes a complete re-skin of the "Minecraft" Ender Dragon and the introduction of several new creatures like Mimics and Beholders. Mojang also stated that these new enemies could be found outside the explicitly altered landscapes, so players should watch for unusual foes in the "Minecraft" world.
In addition to this inventive new DLC, "D&D" fans will receive a free monster compendium full of Minecraft creatures from Mojang. This player resource will feature stat blocks for various foes from the Cube World, allowing immersion in the "Minecraft" experience for anyone interested.
Be it from a Creepers explosion or an Enderman's scurry, no Stone Golem or Cave Spider should be underestimated. In conclusion, the partnership between Mojang and Wizards of the Coast aims to bring each of their communities unique and exciting experiences that will hopefully benefit players of both platforms.
Mojang's "The Forgotten Realms Pack" DLC does not have an official release date but is anticipated to arrive seasonally (autumn, winter, spring, summer) in 2021.
The "Minecraft Monstrous Compendium" is now available on both the "Minecraft" and "Dungeons & Dragons" websites.
'The Minecraft Monstrous Compendium' Now Available on Both Platforms
When it comes to the "D&D" players, they'll be given the opportunity to inject their own games with a dose of blocky charm. The free monster compendium, already available on the "Minecraft" and "D&D" websites, is full of Minecraft creatures like Creepers and Endermen.
Each comes with its own stat blocks, making it easier than ever for "Dungeons & Dragons" fans to add a little "Minecraft" flair to their dungeons and campaigns.
So far, Mojang hasn't given a release date for the upcoming Minecraft DLC, but with the "Minecraft Monstrous Compendium" already out and playable, fans of both games won't have to wait too long to start on their own cross-genre adventures.
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