: Once paid, you received a download link for the installer ( MinecraftInstaller.msi for Windows or Minecraft.dmg for Mac). Buying for Consoles

By 2015, Minecraft was a staple on home consoles, often sold as "Console Edition." : Available on Go to product viewer dialog for this item. PlayStation 3 PlayStation 4 PlayStation Vita

For those without credit cards (especially younger fans), were a common sight in stores like Walmart or Target. You would scratch off the back to reveal a code and redeem it on the official website to unlock the game on your account.

: Most players purchased directly from Minecraft.net for $26.95 USD .

The mobile version was rapidly growing in 2015 and was significantly cheaper than other versions. : It typically sold for $6.99 USD .

Buying Minecraft in 2015 was a pivotal moment in gaming history, occurring just after Microsoft's acquisition of Mojang. The process varied slightly depending on whether you were aiming for the classic PC experience or the expanding world of consoles and mobile.

: You could purchase digital copies through the Xbox Games Store or PlayStation Store .