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👁 Image Graphic used to represent the 15th anniversary of Minecraft.
From May 15 to May 29, 2024, several events and announcements occurred to celebrate Minecraft's 15th anniversary.[1] These 15 days were known as the 15 Days of Minecraft.[2] Alongside other announcements, a free character creator item was released each day, with each one referencing a year of Minecraft's history, which can be claimed in the Marketplace.[1]
This page only details events that were a part of the 15th anniversary celebration; other occurrences over the 15 days, such as development version releases, are not detailed.
In collaboration with Twitch, the Purple Heart Cape and Glitch Mask were released from May 15 to May 31, 2024. The Purple Heart Cape was released as a Twitch Drop, which could be obtained by watching 15 minutes of any Twitch Partner or Twitch Affiliate streaming Minecraft (while logged into Twitch)[4] and then redeeming a provided code at https://minecraft.net/redeem. The Glitch Mask could be obtained by redeeming a code obtained by subscribing to a Twitch Partner or Affiliate who is livestreaming in the Minecraft category. Twitch Prime subscriptions did not provide the code. There was also an exploding creeper emote that could be obtained by watching 5 minutes of a Minecraft stream on Twitch from May 25 through May 31. Once the emote was obtained, users could earn an exclusive pickaxe badge by using the emote in chat on May 28 through May 31.[4]
A Minecraft-themed Google Delight was released.[5] After searching "Minecraft" on Google, a grass block icon appears on the bottom, which can be clicked to activate a Minecraft-like mini-game where parts of the search results page can be broken with a fist, revealing parts of a Minecraft world.
The shop also had a sale of 15% off for all merchandise when using the code 15BIRTHDAY until May 26, 2024.[9] Additionally, using the code BOGO50 until May 17 granted a 50% discount on one apparel item if purchased along with another apparel item.[10]
From May 15 to May 29, 2024, U.S. residents[11] could enter the 15th Anniversary Sweepstakes.[12] The grand prize was a $500 gift card, and four runner-up winners were given a $100 gift card instead.
May 15's free character creator item was the "Cave Game Hoodie".[3] It references the Classic versions of Minecraft released in 2009, as well as the original name of Minecraft, "Cave Game".
A special "Minecraft Spicy TNT" flavor of Pringles potato chips was announced exclusively in the United States and was available for a limited time.[16]
The 15th Anniversary Cape was released. It was given to players who clicked a button on the 15 Year anniversary page on minecraft.net from May 17, 2024 to June 21, 2024.
In collaboration with TikTok, the Follower's Cape was released[17] and could be obtained by participating in a TikTok LIVE stream in the Minecraft category with Game Rewards enabled. To obtain the code, participants had to use the TikTok mobile app to watch for three minutes or send a message in chat containing the word "Minecraft",[18] depending on the specific LIVE stream[more information needed]. Progress for either action could be monitored by tapping the TikTok Game Rewards logo in the top left of the stream. The creator had to be from the viewer's geographic region to initiate the timer. Once obtained, the code could be redeemed at https://minecraft.net/redeem. The code could only be obtained until June 18, 2024.[19]
A TikTok diamond helmet profile frame was also available from May 18 to May 31, 2024 by using "Create post" to share a video on TikTok lasting one minute or more using the hashtag #MinecraftBadge in a post.[20]
A YouTube short featuring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, two of the actors set to be in A Minecraft Movie, celebrating the 15th anniversary was released. The video features real life recreations of various Minecraft features, such as a cake, a sword, and cherry leaves.[21]
In collaboration with Playground Games, Creeper and Enderman mob head helmets were announced to be available from May 23, 2024 to the end of the year. They were obtainable for free from the Message Center.[22]
The shop also had a sale of 15% off for all merchandise when using the code 15BIRTHDAY until May 26, 2024.[23] Additionally, using the code BOGO50 until May 17 granted a 50% discount on one apparel item if purchased along with another apparel item.[24]
May 17's free character creator item was the "Ender Hood".[25] It references The End, which was added in the second part of the Adventure Update, released in November 2011.
The following events occurred on day four (May 18, 2024). Note that while on this day the Twitch and TikTok cosmetics were officially announced,[26] they had already been released on May 15 and May 17 respectively.
The 15th Anniversary Celebration event occurred both online and at Alexandra Palace, London.[27] It featured a large blank cube. Two sides of the cube were decorated by visitors using magnets. The magnets had a number on them to be placed on the structure to a corresponding number in a large grid. The end result was a mosaic featuring a pile of cookies, and creepers in the shape of Big Ben.
An image of two sides of the finished block. The left hand side has a Wembley Stadium & cookie design. The right hand side has a number of large clock towers mixed with creepers.
The following events occurred on day five (May 19, 2024). While the 15th Anniversary collection was officially announced on this day,[29] it had already been on sale since May 15.
Both sides of the same white hoodie. The front side has a blue icon of a chest, with the subtitle "Limited Loot Collection" below it. The back side has a large square containing Minecraft-themed artwork which appears enlarged in the background behind the hoodie.
A white and green jacket with a dirt-like texture on the inside and various graphic on the outside of its sleeves and middle section. A decorated pot saying "EST 2009", a creeper, and a sword are depicted on the right sleeve while some text and a pickaxe are depicted on the left sleeve.
May 20's free character creator item was the "Toe Guardians".[31] They reference guardians, which were added in the Bountiful Update, released in 2014.
May 21's free character creator item was the "Fleece Friends".[33] It appears to reference Microsoft's acquisition of Mojang, although this took place in September 2014, rather than 2015.
May 23's character creator item was the "Parrot Slippers".[37] They reference parrots, which were added in the World of Color Update, released in June 2017.
A "LEGO Brickerite Ore" was sent to content creators CaptainPuffy, frogcrafting, Sylvee, and TrixyBlox.[40] It is a LEGO set exclusively obtained by the content creators. The LEGO Brickerite Ore is a Minecraftore which can be mined (actually smashed open) with a giant LEGO pickaxe. Within the ore are many Minecraft-themed bricks as well as some instruction manuals.[41]
It was announced that a Minecraft time capsule would be installed at the Microsoft Visitor Center in Redmond, Washington, United States.[43] The Minecraft time capsule is scheduled to be opened for Minecraft's future 30th anniversary, on May 17, 2039. Its design is currently unknown.
A video titled "15 YEARS TOGETHER❤️" [sic] was released on the official Minecraft YouTube channel, featuring various creators speaking about their memories of the game.
May 25's free character creator item was the "Bee Boots".[43] They reference bees, which were added in the Buzzy Bees update, released in December 2019.
The mini-documentary Shape Your World: Minecraft meets Art was released. It focuses on five artists creating real life artwork themed around Minecraft.
May 27's character creator item was the "Cozy Caves Dress".[47] It references axolotls and lush caves, which were added in Caves & Cliffs: Part I, released in June 2021.
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 15% off sitewide from the Minecraft Shop with code 15BIRTHDAY at checkout. Promotion starts on May 15, 2024, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on May 26, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 50% off one Apparel item from the Minecraft Shop when you purchase one other Apparel item from the Minecraft Shop with code BOGO50 at checkout. Promotion starts on 5/15/24, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on 5/16/24 at 11:59 p.m. (PST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 15% off sitewide from the Minecraft Shop with code 15BIRTHDAY at checkout. Promotion starts on May 15, 2024, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on May 26, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 50% off one Apparel item from the Minecraft Shop when you purchase one other Apparel item from the Minecraft Shop with code BOGO50 at checkout. Promotion starts on 5/15/24, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on 5/16/24 at 11:59 p.m. (PST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 25% off the Warden collection from the Minecraft Shop with code WARDEN25 at checkout. Promotion starts on 5/18/24, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on 5/18/24 at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 15% off sitewide from the Minecraft Shop with code 15BIRTHDAY at checkout. Promotion starts on May 15, 2024, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on May 26, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 25% off the Enderman collection from the Minecraft Shop with code ENDER25 at checkout. Promotion starts on 5/20/24, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on 5/20/24 at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 15% off sitewide from the Minecraft Shop with code 15BIRTHDAY at checkout. Promotion starts on May 15, 2024, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on May 26, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 25% off the Frog collection from the Minecraft Shop with code FROG25 at checkout. Promotion starts on 5/22/24, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on 5/22/24 at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 15% off sitewide from the Minecraft Shop with code 15BIRTHDAY at checkout. Promotion starts on May 15, 2024, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on May 26, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 15% off sitewide from the Minecraft Shop with code 15BIRTHDAY at checkout. Promotion starts on May 15, 2024, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on May 26, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
↑"Promotional Disclaimers | Official Minecraft Shop" (Archive) – Minecraft Official Shop. "Receive 25% off the Creeper collection from the Minecraft Shop with code CREEPER25 at checkout. Promotion starts on 5/25/24, at 12:00 a.m. (EST) and ends on 5/25/24 at 11:59 p.m. (EST)."
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