77 Minecraft Trivia Questions (With Answers) To Blow You Away

Isobel Murphy
Apr 19, 2024 By Isobel Murphy
Originally Published on Jan 25, 2021
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Are you a Minecraft fan who is ready for a challenge? Get your pickaxes and diamond swords ready, and prepare to enter the world of Minecraft trivia! You might think this sandbox game is a piece of cake, but true fans know there's more to it than meets the eye.

Did you know that Minecraft has been a chart-topper for years? It's like the rockstar of video games, with over 238 million copies sold and a whopping 100 million players worldwide! So, if you consider yourself a Minecraft pro, it's time to put your knowledge to the test with these tough trivia questions.

Get your friends together for an epic game night and see who can conquer these brain-teasers. From mobs to crafting, materials to worlds, we've got it all covered. But be warned, only the true Minecraft masters will emerge victorious!

So, grab a cup of potion, sit back, and get ready to delve into the fascinating world of Minecraft!

General Minecraft Questions With Answers

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Whether you're a seasoned player or a newbie, these general trivia questions will challenge you. Think you know everything there is to know about the characters, enchanted swords, crafting, building, and surviving? Attempt to answer these questions and discover some helpful tips along the way to level up your gameplay.

1. Question: Who is the creator of 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Markus Persson.

2. Question: What game inspired Markus Persson to create 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Infiniminer.

3. Question: What is the mobile version of the 'Minecraft' game called?

Answer: Minecraft Earth.

4. Question: What is the name of one of the major versions of 'Minecraft' that has its own content store called Minecraft Marketplace?

Answer: 'Minecraft: Bedrock Edition'.

5. Question: In what year was 'Minecraft' fully released?

Answer: 2011.

6. Question: What was 'Minecraft' originally called before its official release?

Answer: Cave Game.

7. Question: How many major versions of 'Minecraft' are there?

Answer: Two versions.

8. Question: The game usually follows a day and night cycle. How long does one full cycle last in real time?

Answer: 20 minutes.

9. Question: What is the maximum number of players who can play together at the same time on Minecraft Realms?

Answer: 10.

10. Question: What is the main objective while playing 'Minecraft'?

Answer: To survive and thrive.

11. Question: The achievements in the game are known as 'trophies' on PlayStation ports. What is it called in the Java editions?

Answer: Advancements.

12. Question: What are the two 'Minecraft' characters you can choose between when you first join the game?

Answer: Steve and Alex.

13. Question: What is the final boss in 'Minecraft' called?

Answer: The Ender Dragon.

14. Question: Why does the Ender dragon need to be destroyed?

Answer: To open up a portal to The End City.

15. Question: What is the dark dimension added by Java Edition 1.0.0 called in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: The End.

16. Question: Which popular 'Minecraft' parody song includes the lyrics "Mine diamonds, Mine diamonds"?

Answer: 'Mine Diamonds' by Minecraft Awesome Parodys.

17. Question: What does a llama eat in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Hay bales.

18. Question: What food item is used to heal and breed wolves in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Pork chops.

19. Question: How many blocks are required to make a crafting table in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Four blocks of wood.

20. Question: What item do evokers drop upon defeat in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Totem of the Undying.

21. Question: What is the term ‘raw materials’ used to describe in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Blocks.

22. Question: Where is sugar cane planted in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Next to a water source.

Minecraft Gameplay Trivia

From mastering the art of combat to outsmarting those mischievous mobs to crafting tools to fend off creepers, answer these trivia questions to unlock a world of tips and tricks that will level up your 'Minecraft' skills. Whether you're a lone player or enjoy multiplayer modes, there's a unique gaming experience for you.

23. Question: In what dimension do you start in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: The Overworld.

24. Question: What is often described as one of the most iconic evil mobs in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: The Creeper.

25. Question: What type of creeper has a blue aura and has explosive power when struck by lightning?

Answer: A Charged Creeper.

26. Question: What tool can be used to mine a diamond in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Iron pickaxe.

27. Question: What item is used to craft torches in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: A stick and charcoal.

28. Question: How many different dimensions can you visit as well as the overworld?

Answer: The Overworld, Nether, and the End.

29. Question: Where do slimes spawn in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: In swamp biomes.

30. Question: How many meters does one Minecraft block equal?

Answer: One meter.

31. Question: What item in 'Minecraft' is commonly referred to as "rotting flesh"?

Answer: Food eaten by a player at risk of hunger in the game.

32. Question: What is the name of the multiple-player gaming console on which you can play 'Minecraft'?

Answer: The Nintendo Switch.

33. Question: What tool do you need the most in order to gather stone and ore? 

Answer: Pickaxe.

34. Question: Where do iron golems spawn and for what purpose?

Answer: In villages to protect the villagers.

35. Question: What is a music disc in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: An item that is played in a jukebox.

36. Question: What colors does Steve's outfit consist of?

Answer: A light blue T-shirt and a blue pair of trousers.

37. Question: What is the name of the block found at the bottom of the world that cannot be broken while playing 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Bedrock.

38. Question: How many different crafting recipes are there in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: 397.

39. Question: In which biome can you typically find pandas?

Answer: Bamboo jungle biomes.

40. Question: What is the only flying hostile monster in the 'Minecraft' game called?

Answer: The Phantom.

41. Question: To make an iron ingot, how many blocks of iron ore would you need?

Answer: One block of iron ore.

42. Question: Which problem is cured by tonic?

Answer: Nausea.

43. Question: How do you get to The End dimension?

Answer: By activating the End Portal.

44. Question: What are Endermen afraid of?

Answer: Water.

45. Question: How to make a double chest?

Answer: Place two single chests crafted side by side. They would automatically join together to form a double chest.

46. Question: What do players use to swim faster while playing 'Minecraft'?

Answer: By using the depth strider enchantment.

47. Question: For how much did Microsoft purchase the 'Minecraft' game?

Answer: $2.5 billion.

Hard Level Minecraft Trivia Questions

Even if you consider yourself a seasoned 'Minecraft' player, prepare to be amazed by this set of trivia questions. From unlocking the mysteries of 'On A Rail' to rare encounters with mythical creatures to mastering the art of intricate redstone contraptions, the depths of 'Minecraft' lore and gameplay mechanics will leave you in awe.

48. Question: What is the type of mineral ore needed to make an enchantment table work?

Answer: Lapis lazuli.

49. Question: What do you need to make a Nether Portal in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: At least 10 obsidian blocks, flint, and steel.

50. Question: Which creature can get you across the lava in The Nether?

Answer: The Strider.

51. Question: Why would you use a carrot on a stick?

Answer: To control the direction while riding a pig.

52. Question: What does the achievement title 'On A Rail' mean in the 'Minecraft' game?

Answer: Riding a minecart for at least 500 m in a single direction.

53. Question: Who is considered one of the scariest mobs in the 'Minecraft' game?

Answer: The Warden.

54. Question: Where can you find the scariest mob in the 'Minecraft' game?

Answer: The Warden generally lives deep underground in caves.

55. Question: What is the purpose of an Exit Portal in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: It allows players to exit the End dimension and return to the Overworld after defeating the Ender Dragon.

56. Question: How many modes does the 'Minecraft' game have?

Answer: Four.

57. Question: What is the name of the common hostile enemy that attacks in groups?

Answer: The Zombie.

58. Question: Who is considered to be a myth and a scary version of the Steve character that appears randomly in the game?

Answer: Herobrine.

59. Question: In survival mode, what is the rarest item in the game?

Answer: The dragon egg.

60. Question: What is the dragon egg used for?

Answer: Nothing, It is just a trophy.

61. Question: What animals cannot be tamed in the game?

Answer: Axolotls, Rabbits, Foxes, Ocelots, and Striders.

62. Question: How many types of flowers are there in total in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: 17.

63. Question: Axolotl can come in how many different colors?

Answer: Five.

64. Question: The sound effects used by ghasts come from which real animal?

Answer: A sleeping cat.

65. Question: What are enchanted books used for in Minecraft?

Answer: To apply specific enchantments to items.

Hardest Minecraft Quiz Questions With Answers

Brace yourselves for the hardest Minecraft trivia quiz. Dig deep into the game from different perspectives, uncovering mind-boggling facts and intricate game mechanics. From remembering hidden secrets to mastering complex redstone contraptions, only the truest 'Minecraft' aficionados will triumph!

66. Question: Where can you get the amethyst crystal?

Answer: Amethyst geodes.

67. Question: What language is Enderman that the Enderman mob uses in the game?

Answer: Backward English.

68. Question: Which update enabled and merged cross-platform play in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Better Together update.

69. Question: If you want to pause the aging process of copper, what can you do?

Answer: You can wax it using a honeycomb.

70. Question: What is considered one of the best materials for tools and weapons in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Diamond.

71. Question: How much time did developers take to create the first version of 'Minecraft'?

Answer: Six days.

72. Question: How many BAFTA awards has the 'Minecraft' movie won?

Answer: Three.

73. Question: What was the name of the major update that introduced new content to the Nether dimension in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: The Nether update.

74. Question: What is the name of one of the plants that grow in the Nether?

Answer: Nether wart.

75. Question: What is a landscape called in 'Minecraft'?

Answer: A biome.

76. Question: What would happen if you try to sleep in the nether and end dimensions in the game?

Answer: The bed blows up, and the character dies immediately.

77. Question: When was the release of the Chinese version of 'Minecraft' first announced?

Answer: 2016.

By answering these trivia questions, you've not only had fun, but you've also tested your knowledge and gained a deeper understanding of the game's fascinating aspects. From rare encounters to redstone wizardry, you have proven to be a blockbuster champion! The Minecraft world is yours to shape and conquer.

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Written by Isobel Murphy

Bachelor of Arts specializing in History

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Isobel MurphyBachelor of Arts specializing in History

With a love for exploring cities and finding outdoor spaces to enjoy, Isobel has spent her life exploring various cities in the UK, from her hometown of Surrey to Birmingham where she studied history for three years. She is passionate about sports and enjoys watching and playing, as well as baking and spending quality time with her loved ones.

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