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MCC Island Open Beta: New Games, Progression, and Monetization Details

Minecraft·January 28, 2023·4 min read

Six months after the MCC Island closed beta began, Noxcrew shared the next big step: open beta. The update outlined public access plans, new games, progression changes, cosmetics, and how monetization would work.

MCC Island Open Beta Timing

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MCC Island is a public server from the creators of Minecraft Championship. It lets players compete in MCC-style minigames, unlock cosmetics, and explore the island's hidden corners.

At the time of the announcement, no exact open beta date had been shared. Noxite from Noxcrew said the ferry was expected to arrive in a few months.

New Games and Progression Updates

The biggest reveal was that Parkour Warrior and a brand-new casual PvP game were planned shortly after open beta launched. Noxite also teased additional games further down the line, including the much-requested Ace Race.

Progression was also getting a major overhaul. The update mentioned new rewards, leveling systems, an achievement rework, and a new feature called milestones. Cosmetics were part of the refresh too, with more ways to complete favorite collections.

Open Beta Monetization

MCC Island was confirmed to be free to play once open beta arrived. Monetization would come from game passes, battle passes, and purchasable currency for premium cosmetics.

Battle passes would be time-limited, similar to many other games. Game passes, however, could be bought at any time for individual MCC Island games and completed at the player's own pace.

Why It Matters

Open beta marked a major shift from limited access to a wider public launch. The wait was still measured in months, but the planned additions made the island feel much closer to a full MCC playground. Parkour Warrior was already confirmed, and Ace Race remained the loudest item on the wish list.

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