Minecraft player builds incredible jungle temple in the game

By showcasing how great things can be achieved through a little creativity and collaboration, a talented Minecraft player shared an image of the impressive jungle temple they constructed with their son in just a few days. Over the years, players in Mojang Studios' block-based building game have created some truly remarkable structures, ranging from this imposing jungle temple to adventurous Minecraft pirate hideouts complete with ships.

Making its debut on PC in 2011 as one of the early success stories of the so-called "Early Access" model, Minecraft has evolved over the years to become one of the best-selling video games of all time. Following the acquisition of developer Mojang Studios by Microsoft in 2014 for a staggering $2.5 billion, Minecraft has grown even larger, spawning several spin-offs along the way. It is now available on virtually every gaming platform, from consoles to mobile phones, and its success shows no signs of waning. The game regularly features guest appearances by pop culture characters, and Mojang recently announced that a new collaboration between Minecraft and Disney is currently in development.

As a great example of how the popularity of Minecraft extends across multiple generations, a recent post on the game's subreddit showcases an image of an incredible Minecraft jungle temple constructed by a player and their son. Shared by Reddit user LordBandimer, the post displays an expansive stone temple rising from the dense jungle canopy towards the sky. Adorned with winding staircases and an imposing tower, the weathered and rundown temple appears as if it has stood for centuries in the jungles of Minecraft. LordBandimer acknowledges the architectural influences behind the design, explaining that they aimed for an Aztec or Mayan theme.

The Reddit users who responded to the post were thrilled by the impressive Minecraft temple, and several comments praised LordBandimer and his son for their work. One excited commentator stated that structures like this are "what I live for in this game." Another Reddit user suggested that Mojang should release an architecture update for Minecraft that populates players' worlds with similar structures, allowing them to discover their own lost temples. However, for now, fans of the temple will have to be content with exterior shots, as LordBandimer mentioned that they are still working on the interior.

With its weathered appearance that makes it look like something from an adventure game, this incredible jungle temple is a great example of the breathtaking Minecraft structures that players have created over the years. The fact that it's also the result of a joint effort between a parent and their child makes it even more impressive.

Minecraft is now available for mobile devices, PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One, and older platforms.