What does Mojang Studios do?

Mojang Studios is a Swedish video game studio based in Stockholm, founded in 2009 by Markus "Notch" Persson. The studio is best known for developing Minecraft, a popular sandbox game that allows players to explore, build, and create in a block-based world. Minecraft was first released in alpha in 2009 and saw its full version launch in 2011. In 2014, Mojang was acquired by Microsoft, which has since supported the game's expansion across multiple platforms and introduced new features. In addition to Minecraft, Mojang Studios has developed related titles such as Minecraft Earth, an augmented reality game, and Minecraft Dungeons, an action RPG. The studio also focuses on community engagement and educational initiatives, offering cross-platform multiplayer capabilities and regular updates to enhance gameplay. With a strong user base of over 170 million players projected by 2024, Mojang Studios continues to innovate and expand its offerings in the gaming industry.