Minecraft is a sandbox game focused on placing blocks and exploring procedurally generated worlds. Players gather resources from the environment to craft tools, build structures, and survive against nocturnal creatures. The core experience involves creative construction and survival across diverse biomes.

The mobile version features touchscreen controls for movement, mining, and building. It includes both a creative mode with unlimited resources and a survival mode with health and hunger mechanics. Multiplayer is supported through local wireless networks and online servers.

Gameplay is expanded through optional marketplace content, such as custom skins and worlds, and free updates that add new blocks, mobs, and features. The world is persistent, allowing for long-term projects and exploration.