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• The popular game Minecraft will block the use of NFT and blockchain technology on its servers.

The game will also ban the creation of NFT items based on its assets.

Since Minecraft, one of the most popular games in the world, was first released in 2009, Microsoft's sandbox-style game has only grown. But developer Mojang Studios isn't keen on seeing its games used with standalone NFT items, and has already publicly stated that Minecraft will soon ban the technology.On July 20, Microsoft'sNews post from Mojang Studios about upcoming changes to the Minecraft how-to

, mainly for its NFT policy. Minecraft will soon ban the use of blockchain technology on the game's servers, which are run independently by fans and creators. Additionally, it would ban the use of Minecraft images to create NFT items.

The post reads, “In order to ensure a safe and inclusive experience for Minecraft players, it is not permitted to integrate blockchain technology in our client and server applications, nor to allow Minecraft-based World" game content (such as worlds, skins, character items, or other modules) to create scarce digital assets."

Mojang currently allows Minecraft server operators to charge to provide their customized online experience, but Mojang believes that NFT runs counter to the "spirit of Minecraft". In Mojang's view, this is due to the scarcity model of NFTs, which may limit players' access to features on certain servers.

The post added, “The speculative pricing and investment mentality surrounding NFTs diverts attention away from playing the game and encourages profiteering, which we believe is contrary to our players’ long-term philosophy of happiness and success.”

Mojang noted that some standalone Minecraft servers allow the use of NFTs that represent in-game items, or offer NFT rewards to players. Additionally, there are projects turning Minecraft assets into NFT collectibles.While Mojang didn't "name" it in the post, Polygon-based NFT Worlds sells virtual plots that can be used on custom Minecraft servers.According to CryptoSlam data

, NFT Worlds NFT total transaction volume exceeded $163 million.ArkDev, co-founder of NFT Worlds, tweeted

, the team is trying to determine how to move forward with the upcoming Minecraft rules change, saying "we're not leaving."

NFT Worlds mentioned in its Discord, "We are as dumbfounded as you are. We have communicated with the IP department of Minecraft many times in the past. They have never made it clear that anything we are doing will be subject to ruling/restriction (And not under the terms of the existing EULA. We abide by the terms of the EULA throughout the project, such as our stance on advertising/IP in the game). I know this is a cause of great concern to the community, and for us That is true. But we are currently looking at all options and will do our best to find the next option, even if it is just a pivot."According to the announcement issued by

, NFT Worlds is currently communicating with relevant personnel of the "Minecraft" team to understand the reasons for the ban, and strive to continue operating on the "Minecraft" platform. If the communication fails to achieve the desired results, NFT Worlds also considers the following alternatives: Migrating the project to a game engine and game platform similar to "Minecraft"; or transforming into a GameFi platform to provide technical services for game developers or game studios .A16z general partner responds to upcoming ban on MinecraftChris Dixon commented that

, "It's a good reminder of why you shouldn't be building on a company-owned (Web2) network. They're changing developer regulations on a whim."

While the Minecraft team currently has no intention of integrating blockchain technology, Mojang wrote that it may reconsider its position in the future. “We will also closely monitor how blockchain technology develops over time to ensure the above principles are preserved and to determine whether it will provide a safer experience in games or other practical and inclusive applications.”Mojang has not yet announced the specific timing of the NFT-related rule changes. In April, a group of Mojang developers independently launched a petition asking game creators to commit to not using NFTs. However, its petition did not garner much attention:According to website data

, with only 72 signatures in the first week, and a total of 430 signatures as of July 11.Interestingly, Microsoft has actually released the official NFT related to "Minecraft". February 2021,Microsoft Partners with Blockchain Gaming Company Enjin to Offer Free Limited Edition NFTs

, to celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. These NFTs can be used on Enjin's MyMetaverse server in Minecraft.