Minecraft: The Story of Mojang premiered on Xbox Live on December 22, 2012, and was made available for download and streaming the following day. 2 Player Productions also uploaded the documentary to torrent index The Pirate Bay, but urged people to consider purchasing the film. Minecraft is the second feature from game culture archivists 2 Player Productions (Reformat the Planet, Penny Arcade: The Series - Season 1, Double Fine Adventure!). The documentary follows "Minecraft" developer Mojang through the development process of the game. The film also features insights from many people in the video gaming industry to discuss "Minecraft"s popularity and influence. Interviews from Persson
MineCon came the introduction of 'Official Community Events', which allow events such as Minefaire, Minevention and Multiplay's BlockFest to be considered 'Official Minecraft Conventions'. During MINECON Earth, Jens "Jeb" Bergensten announced the next update, the 1.13 "The Update Aquatic" update. This update was released in July 2018. Vu Bui, Mojang COO, also announced the winner mob based on vote, "The Monster of The Night Skies". On 10 April 2018, Mojang announced that MINECON EARTH will be taking place on 29 September 2018 for 90 minutes on stream. It is claimed to be the biggest Minecraft celebration ever, with panels, community highlights,