Minecraft

*Minecraft* is a sandbox game made in 2011 by indie developer Markus Persson and bought and owned by Microsoft.

## Games

* ***The Binding of Isaac*** - There are two references to *Minecraft* in *The Binding of Isaac*:
	+ The Notched Axe, which references the creator's nickname "Notch" and resembles and iron pick from the game. If paired with "The Book of Virtues" the usual wisps become themed around Coal, Iron, Gold, Diamond, and Redstone.
	+ The Mine Crafter, which drops an explosive barrel which resembles a block.
* ***Borderlands 2*** - In Caustic Caverns, a small cave is built to resemble the world of *Minecraft* and even includes *Minecraft* themed loot drops.
* ***BoxxyQuest: The Gathering Storm*** - In the prologue, Steve (named simply "Minecraftian Sailor") survives the shipwreck with the player and some others. The game continues to reference *Minecraft* after Steve punches a tree but it fails to collapse.
* ***Deltarune*** - In Chapter 2 there's mention of a game called *Minecrap*, this is also a reference to an infamous YouTube video by Mike Matei in which the game was referred to throughout the video as *Minecrap*.
* ***The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim*** - At the highest point in the game the player can find a Notched Axe.
* ***Garry's Mod*** - In the graphics settings there's an option called "Minecraftify" which pixelates the game.
* ***Henry Stickmin*** - There are a few references to *Minecraft* in the *Hen**ry Stickmin* series:
	+ In the remastered version of *Breaking the Bank*, the flavor text that accompanies the "Shovel" fail is "Never dig straight down." This is advice often given to players new to *Minecraft*.
	+ In *Stealing the Diamond*, the option "Pick" causes Henry to begin mining the Museum wall similar to *Minecraft*. This is followed by Henry being attacked by a creeper which leave's it's signature hole behind after.
	+ In *Completing the Mission* there are a number of *Minecraft* references
		- In *Cleaned 'Em Out* a diamond helmet and diamond block from *Minecraf**t* can be seen in the background of the "Leafmöde" choice.
		- In *Jewel Baron* both an iron and a gold ingot can be seen in the space station vault.
		- In *Triple Threat* Henry and Ellie place blocks to reach the rocket ship. Henry also accidentally fails to place a block and falls to his death which is accompanied by an "Ough" sound effect similar to those used in *Minecraft*.
		- In *Stickmin Space Resort* Henry attempts to break into the rocket by "mining" the glass with a hammer.
* ***Life is Strange 2*** - *Minecraft* exists canonically in *Life is Strange*'s universe and Daniel has hundreds of hours in it.
* ***The Stanley Parable*** - *Minecraft* is referenced and Stanley himself is dropped into the *Minecraft* world at one point.
* ***Super Meat Boy*** - The player can choose to play as a character called "Mr. Minecraft."
* ***Terraria*** - *Minecraft* is referenced a number of times at the top of the game. A creeper costume is also available at during Halloween.
* ***There is No Game: Wrong Dimension*** - A version of *Minecraft* named *Ninecraft* can be found in Chapter 2.
* ***Torchlight II*** - One dungeon is called "Notch's Cave" and it's only enemies are *Minecraft*'s creepers. It also has a chest with a *Minecraft* sword in it.

## Movies

* ***Ready Player One*** - In the opening sequence, different game worlds are passed by, one of them is *Minecraft*.

## TV Shows

### Animated Shows

* ***Caillou*** - One episode features a game called *Dig and Build*, and takes place in a cubed world.
* ***Rick and Morty*** - In "*The Rickchurian Candidate*" Rick and Morty play Minecraft. Rick also references *South Park* and it's take on the same joke in this same bit.
* ***South Park*** - In "*Informative Murder Porn*" the kids' parents become addicted to playing *Minecraft*.

### Live Action Shows

* ***Sesame Street*** - In one episode, Cookie Monster is playing *Mecraft: Cookie Edition* on his phone.

## Gallery

The Notched Axe in The Binding of IsaacMine Crafter in The Binding of IsaacBorderlands 2BoxxyQuest: The Gathering StormDeltaruneThe Elder Scrolls V: SkyrimHenry Stickmin - Stealing the DiamondHenry Stickmin - Completing the Mission (Cleaned 'em Out)Henry Stickmin - Completing the Mission (Jewel Baron)Henry Stickman - Completing the Mission (Triple Threat)Stanley ParableTerrariaThere is No Game: Wrong DimensionTorchlight IIReady Player OneRick and Morty