Minecraft World to Open at UK Theme Park in 2027; Microsoft Gaming, Merlin Entertainments Execs Reveal First Details on $70 Million Project

Theme park lovers who yearn for the mines will have their wish granted in 2027 with the debut of Minecraft World.

A $70 million project opening within Chessington World Adventures in the UK from Microsoft-owned “Minecraft” maker Mojang Studios and theme park giant Merlin Entertainments (the owner of the Legoland theme parks), the attraction will mark the first-ever theme park based on the popular building video game.

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Per the two companies’ description for Minecraft World at Chessington, which is accessible from London by a 35-minute direct train ride, “Inspired by the game’s most iconic biomes, mobs, and items, Minecraft World will bring

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