The Minecraft Movie has generated $941 million in revenue at the worldwide box office, leading to an increase in sales of the Minecraft game.
Hollywood is increasingly turning to video game IP to create scripted content, leading to successful adaptations like A Minecraft Movie.
The release of scripted content based on games leads to increased engagement and popularity of the original games, as seen with a 35% rise in mobile in-app purchase revenue and console units sold after the release of the Minecraft movie.
Other examples include The Last of Us and Fallout driving spikes in game-related activities, showcasing the impact of leveraging a transmedia strategy in entertainment.