Minecraft doesn’t have flashy visuals or huge action set pieces. Mch especially true because Microsoft has a checkered history when it comes to acquisitions related to video games. However, the more time passes since the deal, the more it looks like Microsoft made a smart. For those unfamiliar with Minecraftthe game is like a virtual sandbox. Players can create their own worlds, socialize, and explore content created by other users. It’s sort of like a virtual Lego experience mixed with elements of social media — and the game is enormously popular. Minecraft isn’t a fad. The game currently stands as the second-best-selling paid app on iOS according to AppAnnie, and it’s putting up great sales on other platforms as .