Someone finally turned Minecraft into a LEGO game

A new Minecraft LEGO mod transforms the popular building game into the popular building toy.

A new Minecraft mod finally transforms the game into what it’s always been, really: a LEGO game. This new Minecraft LEGO mod is a full texture pack that turns the popular building game into the popular building toy – and it’s still being improved upon. The MineBricks texture pack for the Minecraft release adds posters that look like stickers for that proper miniature LEGO effect. The LEGO mod is recommended for use with the awesome SEUS shader that adds wonderful ray tracing, and you’ll need the Optifine mod too to add HD texture packs more easily. Once installed the difference is startling, as it really does transform every single Minecraft block into a chunky plastic-looking LEGO brick – complete with those little circular knobs on the top, although Macio6 has cleverly branded them “mine” rather than “LEGO” for obvious copyright reasons.

It’s not the first brush LEGO has had with Minecraft – heck, LEGO has even tried to make its own Minecraft – but it’s one of the coolest attempts to turn Minecraft into a full LEGO game, not to mention just being a gorgeous texture pack in its own right. It’s really quite spectacular.

Lego takes on Minecraft with video game

Players will be able to build, customise and play with digital Lego bricks

Danish toy company Lego has launched a rival to the popular video game Minecraft.

Features will be added in response to feedback from players of the game.

Lego already sells Minecraft playsets so gamers can physically build their virtual creations. And Lego Worlds will invite fans to do the same in reverse.

“From the brick-by-brick editor, to discovering an expansive range of items, characters and creatures to populate your worlds – the creative possibilities are endless,” he added.

Minecraft LEGO sets: Best kits to buy and build in 2022

If you can’t get enough Minecraft, it’s time to start building in the real world.

If you’re looking to learn all about the biggest and best in Minecraft LEGO sets, you’ve come to the right place. Minecraft has for many years been one of the most popular video games, allowing users to build and battle in a world of blocks and mobs, as they journey through worlds of their own creation and explore new and exciting experiences at every turn.

Such has been the popularity of the game that it now exists away from the screens of computers and iPads where it was born, and now can be found on t-shirts, bags, and at the heart of many cosplay experiences – with pixel swords and diamond armour on display at many fancy dress parties across the globe. 

And as with any hugely popular entertainment franchise – from Star Wars and Marvel to Harry Potter and even Friends – Minecraft has teamed up with LEGO to create sets for builders of all ages to enjoy. And with its uniquely block-focused world, Minecraft not only works well in LEGO, it feels like it was practically made for LEGO! But with a lot of Minecraft LEGO available, and only so many hours in the day, we’ve selected some of our favourite sets to help you choose the best to buy. So without further ado, here’s our best Minecraft LEGO kits to buy and build in 2022…

LEGO Minecraft: The Pig House

It doesn’t matter where you go in Minecraft, there’s never a pig very far away. So why not celebrate the porcine prevalence in the video game by building this impressive giant pig house – complete with two little piggies, an Alex character and a Creeper who is more than likely to cause trouble. Like much of the Minecraft LEGO, this set is quite interactive and is more than just a build-and-leave experience – it’s designed to be played with. The whole of the side of the house opens, which is certainly worth the price of admission.

LEGO Minecraft: The Bee Farm

Make your own LEGO honey by making sure your bees are well looked after with this bee farm Minecraft LEGO set. You get a winged beekeeper, villager and eight busy bees in the set, but be warned because there are also four angry bees in there that will need to be watched.

LEGO Minecraft: The Ruined Portal

Don’t let the word ‘ruined’ fool you, this is a great Minecraft LEGO set to pick up as there’s a lot to see with the ruined portal. Journey into the fiery Nether with this set that includes hand controls to activate and deactivate the perilous, interdimensional gateway – a place that sounds super fun.

LEGO Minecraft: The First Adventure

If the notion of having a waterfall elevator and collapsible rail tracks appeals then look no further than LEGO Minecraft: The First Adventure! Steve and Alex are at the heart of this adventure that will see them joined by skeletons, a dyed cat, horned sheep and a flowery monobloom – what more could you ask for?

LEGO Minecraft: The Modern Treehouse

Almost every kid would love their own tree house, and that will remain true even if it is just a Minecraft one made out of LEGO. This tall build is a fun one as once you’ve constructed it, which will take a while, you can pull it all apart again to rebuild and restyle as you see fit – so endless fun, basically.

LEGO Minecraft: The Mushroom House

With 272 pieces and a ton of features included, the mushroom house LEGO set is one that any fan of Minecraft will love. Roofs can be removed to get access to the fun interiors, and if you find that you are missing a skeleton spider jockey then fear not, you get one with this set!

LEGO Minecraft: The ‘Abandoned’ Mine

Steve is trying to unearth coal, iron and diamond in the world of Minecraft, but he will not be able to do that unless you build him an abandoned mine made out of LEGO first!

Some threats that await him are a scary zombie, creepy spider and living slime, and they are all present and accounted for in this 248-piece LEGO set.

LEGO Minecraft: The Creeper Ambush

One of the smallest sets on this list at only 72 pieces, this is perfect for someone who is looking to start out in LEGO and doesn’t want to be overwhelmed with a massive build – never wise to go for a huge one the first time. But with some characters and items that are instantly recognisable from Minecraft, the creeper ambush remains a gift that fans of the franchise will love.

LEGO Minecraft: The Sky Tower

565 pieces await you when you pick up the Sky Tower LEGO, a set that looks super impressive once you’ve added that final brick and have it on display. From growing vegetables to battling flying phantoms, there is a lot to do and see. And this “accessory-packed playset” is infinitely reconfigurable which means there is no end to the things that you can do with it.

LEGO Minecraft: The Crafting Box 3.0

The choice is yours with LEGO Minecraft: The Crafting Box 3.0 as you can remodel this into several different things as you wish. Primarily, it’s a castle with a farm outside and just sticking to that design will keep you busy. It’s a bigger set than a lot of others on this list with 564 pieces, so you are getting your money’s worth!