Minecraft is a sandbox video game that allows players to explore, create, and survive in a blocky 3D world. Since its initial release in 2011, it has captured the hearts of millions, granting them the freedom to build anything from simple homes to elaborate castles or even entire cities. Players can choose between different modes, such as Survival, where they need to gather resources and fend off various creatures, or Creative mode, which allows for unrestricted building with access to unlimited resources.