If you're a fan of Minecraft, you've likely been following the development of sandbox RPG and Minecraft-inspired crafting game, Hytale, over the past few years. Hytale has been through the wringer, with Riot Games canceling the project only for it to be revived again its original developers in a rare industry deal.
After years of hardship, however, you will finally be able to play Hytale when it releases to early access on Tuesday, January 13. While it's going to launch in a somewhat crude state, according to developers, Minecraft fans may finally have something better on the way.
Hytale is an upcoming sandbox adventure from Hypixel Studios that builds on the creative spirit of Minecraft, reflecting its block-based worlds and open exploration while also incorporating RPG elements and creative modes. It was miraculously brought back from the dead in a rare deal between Riot Games and Hypixel Studios to repurchase the original engine.
Hytale attempts to push sandbox gaming further by functioning not just as a game but as an engine, giving players powerful creation tools, robust modding capabilities, and flexible scripting systems. This allows users to craft their own worlds, stories, and game modes, making Hytale a...
