Minecraft is one of the best-selling games in history, so it’s only logical that there would be some crossover between its fanbase and the Stranger Things crowd, given how many people can’t get enough of the kids from Hawkins, Indiana. And now Minecraft players can take Dustin, Eleven, Lucas, Mike and Will on an infinite number of adventures.
The pre-teens who take center stage in Stranger Things aren’t the only Hawkins residents in the new Minecraft DLC. Far from it. Many of the kids’ parents, siblings and other supporting figures are represented in the new skin pack. Sheriff Hopper and Joyce Byers both make appearances, along with the boys’ science teacher, Mr. Clarke, and (representing the bad guys) Dr. Brenner. In the supernatural department, there are two different demogorgon skins (mouth open or closed) and you can even dress the party up in their Ghostbusters costumes. Those still lamenting the loss of Barbara can explore their favorite worlds with Nancy’s former best friend. You can even take some of the new characters from Season Two out for a stroll, if you’d prefer.
There aren’t any recreations of Hawkins -- this is just a skin pack, after all -- but the trailer does make a case for using the game’s existing snow effects to replicate the Upside Down. It’s not a perfect recreation, but the weather effects get the job done. And the lack of developer-built environments means the price tag is much cheaper: $2.99.
For an early look at the Stranger Things Skin Pack, check out the short teaser trailer released over the weekend (embedded up top). Then head down to the comments and let us know what adventures you’re taking your favorite Stranger Things character(s) on in Minecraft.
Minecraft is currently available on every major platform, including PlayStation 3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PC and Switch. The game’s new Stranger Things Skin Pack is available now.
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