adminThe Minecraft World theme park is planned for Chessington World of Adventures in the UK, with an opening expected in 2027. Developed through a partnership between Mojang and Merlin Entertainments, the new themed area is intended to bring the block-based game’s world into a family attraction setting.
Image credit: Mojang / Merlin
Minecraft World theme park: what has been announced?
The project is expected to cost around $67 million (£50m). The plans include the first-ever Minecraft rollercoaster, a large Minecraft shop described as the world’s biggest, themed food, and opportunities for visitors to meet the game’s mobs. Further attractions and details have not yet been specified in the announcement.
For visitors, the announced mix suggests the land will combine rides with opportunities to explore and enjoy Minecraft-themed experiences. The exact ride features, food options, shop merchandise, and meet-and-greet arrangements will depend on details released closer to opening. Check for updated information before making travel plans.
A partnership between Mojang and Merlin Entertainments
Merlin Entertainments describes Minecraft World as one of its most ambitious theme park developments in recent years. The company is working with Mojang on the attractions and the land’s overall design, with the stated aim of making the experience recognisably Minecraft.
Torfi Frans Ólafsson, senior creative director of entertainment at Minecraft, called the project an important step in expanding the Minecraft universe. He said the teams are creating a place where visitors can experience the game’s Overworld and have an adventure with family and friends. The goal, he added, is an immersive, authentic, and welcoming experience.
What visitors should know before planning a trip
- Location: Minecraft World is planned for Chessington World of Adventures in the UK.
- Expected opening: The announced target is 2027.
- Planned highlights: The announcement names a rollercoaster, a Minecraft shop, themed food, and opportunities to meet mobs.
Because the opening is still in the future, visitors should confirm dates, admission arrangements, and attraction details with the park before booking. The announcement does not provide specific ticketing information or a precise opening day.
How Minecraft World fits into themed entertainment
Game-inspired attractions have become a way for entertainment companies to bring familiar fictional settings into real-world destinations. Nintendo, for example, has partnered with Universal to open Super Nintendo World at resorts in Japan, Florida, and California. Minecraft World represents a separate collaboration focused on the Minecraft universe.
For Minecraft fans, the planned park offers a new way to engage with the game beyond screens and traditional merchandise. Until more information is announced, the confirmed details are its Chessington location, its expected 2027 opening, and the attractions named by Mojang and Merlin. Those are the key points to keep in mind when following updates about the Minecraft World theme park.
