The release date is further confirmation that the PS Vita version of Minecraft will not be cancelled, by neither Sony nor Microsoft, despite the latter software giant purchasing the IP.

#MinecraftPSVita passed final test and will be released on 15th October in Europe! - 4J Studios October 8, 2014Ī release date for North America has yet to be announced, but because the game's code has now passed certification tests at Sony, it's likely to be close to Europe's. Scotland-based developer 4J Studios, which is handling the port of Markus Persson's breakthrough indie game, revealed the release date on its official Twitter page. The long-awaited PlayStation Vita edition of Minecraft will launch across Europe on Wednesday October 15, its developer has revealed. But you're out of luck if you've previously bought the PS4 edition 'Only the PS3 and PS Vita Editions are eligible for the cross-buy offer.' If you already own Minecraft on PS3 (physical or digital), you'll be able to automatically download the Vita version for free.

If you buy the retail Vita version, your game will include a pack-in voucher code that provides digital access to the Vita and PS3 versions, and you can also upgrade to the PS4 Edition for $4.99.

If you digitall purchase the Vita version, you'll be able to download the PS3 version for free on the same account and you can pay $5 for the PS4 version.

Sony also notes several cross-buy options for players who want to extend the experience to their PS3/PS4: The game should be available at retail locations in the US beginning tomorrow. Minecraft on Vita will sell for $20 online starting on Tuesday, October 14. UPDATE: Sony revealed today that the US will be getting the Vita version of Minecraft earlier than the EU release.

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