The best-selling video game "Minecraft" is to become a real-life destination, as part of a multi-million-pound deal between theme park operator Merlin Entertainments and video game developer Mojang Studios.

Minecraft, the gaming global phenomenon, is to become a real-life destination in a deal with a UK-based theme park owner.Merlin, the owner of Legoland, Alton Towers and Thorpe Park, has agreed on a deal with Mojang Studios,

UK-based Merlin Entertainments has won the theme park rights to the best-selling video game, Minecraft, according to a [...]

The makers of the Minecraft video game look to expand their brand further through a partnership with Merlin Entertainments Group, owner of Legoland theme parks and Orlando attractions such as

‘Minecraft is the best-selling video game of all time, and this world-first will see fans experience its thrill and creativity in real life, at theme parks and city-centre attractions in leading tourist destinations,’ Merlin Entertainments chief executive Scott O’Neil said.

Mojang Studios, the Microsoft subsidiary in charge of the Minecraft franchise, has teamed up with Merlin Entertainments, the operator of UK theme parks including Alton Towers and Legoland, to bring Minecraft experiences to reality across the globe.

Minecraft to become UK real-life destination in deal with Merlin - The deal will include Minecraft-themed accommodation, retail and restaurants plus a Minecraft-themed ride in the UK and the US.