The journey of how my concept blossomed into Minecraft's premier tournament

 

Scott Major is the mastermind behind the organization of MCC, which stands as Minecraft's most renowned tournament.

Scott Major is the mastermind behind the largest Minecraft tournament, known as the MC Championship (MCC), which features top online personalities from around the globe. Originating from the concept of a 28-year-old Scottish YouTuber, the event has grown exponentially, reaching a record audience of over 900,000 viewers during the Covid lockdown.

With space for 40 competitors, Scott found himself inundated with requests from eager participants wanting to join the event. In 2019, Scott, also known as 'dangthatsalongname' online, envisioned a unique Minecraft tournament that prioritized fun over competitiveness. Collaborating with his friend 'Noxite', the founder of Nottingham-based Noxcrew, known for Minecraft content creation, they swiftly brought the inaugural Minecraft Championship to life. The event, which offers no cash prize but instead awards the winner with an in-game trophy, commemorative coin, and the ultimate bragging rights, is broadcasted live on YouTube, Twitch, and other streaming platforms.

The tournament quickly grew

in size during the pandemic, as players returned to the game

As MCC expanded in

size and ambition, Scott noted that while it was initially praised, it also encountered new challenges. Some Minecraft content creators, including Scott's close friends, found themselves on a waiting list for over a year to participate. This sudden shift proved mentally taxing for Scott, who faced anxiety from the online space, despite attempts to focus only on positive feedback. He attributes much of the criticism to the heightened pressures of lockdown and acknowledges the impact it had on him as an openly gay content creator from the west of Scotland, where he developed a resilient mindset growing up.

Scott admitted to considering quitting multiple times when he felt the toll on his mental well-being. Despite the absence of monetary compensation for MCC, Scott emphasized that the passion and dedication for the game drove its organization. Despite facing harassment, he found solace in the positive feedback from fellow creators who appreciated the fun aspect of the tournament. Scott highlighted MCC's role in uniting previously disparate segments of the Minecraft community, fostering friendships across different communities. Describing the tournament as a "world-colliding moment," he reiterated his ultimate goal of bringing the Minecraft community together.

Since its release

by Mojang Studios in November 2011, Minecraft has sold over 300 million copies, captivating a broad audience ranging from children to adults. Its sandbox gameplay, allowing players to create virtually anything they imagine, contributes to its Scott manages the organization of MCC teams and creator talent, while Noxcrew, boasting a team of over 30 staff, handles the operational and developmental aspects of the event. Employing custom models, sounds, and textures, they elevate Minecraft into an immersive gameshow experience. Noxcrew co-owner Joe Arsenault notes that MCC's inception coincided perfectly with the resurgence of Minecraft's popularity during the pandemic's onset. Describing MCC as "an entertainment project disguised as a competition," Joe underscores its emphasis on enjoyment rather than intense competitiveness required for e-Sports. He humorously acknowledges Minecraft's quirky nature, describing it as a game where "a block guy with facial hair punches trees with fists," highlighting the community's acceptance of its eccentricities.immense popularity. In MCC, participants engage in eight diverse games in teams of four, with some inspired by popular titles like bingo, Mario Kart, and the TV gameshow "Hole in the Wall". Scott highlights the innovative work of Noxcrew, who push Minecraft to its limits by creating video games within the game itself.

                     FalseSymmetry, a participant in MCC, believes that the tournament has positively impacted the game.

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FalseSymmetry, also known as Katy, made history as the first woman to secure victory in the MCC tournament four times. With over a decade of experience as a YouTuber in the Minecraft community, the 32-year-old believes that the tournament has had a positive impact on the game. "Playing in MCC has always been an absolute blast," she affirms, expressing her enjoyment of every event she has participated in. She credits MCC with bringing consistency to competitive Minecraft games and fostering collaborations among creators who may not have otherwise connected. Katy emphasizes the crucial role of the game's vibrant community in sustaining its longevity. Following a five-month hiatus, the tournament's fourth season is set to launch on Saturday, May 4th.

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