FEBRUARY 2021 PCWorld 41Character Creator and Minecoin
entitlements.”
However, Microsoft released its final
update to Minecraft Earth on the same day as
the shut-down announcement. The final
update releases all of the content that
Microsoft had planned for the game and had
completed, and removes real-world money
transactions entirely. If you have made a
purchase in Minecraft Earth, however, you’ll be
gifted with a free version of the Bedrock
version of Minecraft (which you probably own
already). All players with paid “ruby balances”
will be granted Minecoins, which you can use
on the Minecraft Marketplace to purchase skin
and texture packs, maps, and even minigames.
The final update also includes:- Drastically reduced ruby costs
- Reduced time requirements for crafting
and smelting - Replacement of unused crafting &
smelting boosts with radius boosts of the
same level - A set of Character Creator items granted
to players who sign in between January 5 and
June 30
“We’re eternally grateful for the amazing
talent in the Minecraft community,” Microsoft
wrote.“ This was not an easy decision, and
we’re doing everything we can to make sure
you get the most out of Minecraft Earth before
it sunsets.”