Minecraft: Pocket Edition Finally Available On Windows Phone

It cost Microsoft $2.5 billion to get Minecraft on Windows Phone, but it will only cost users $6.99.

It's actually been available since the beginning of the month, but Microsoft hasn't done much to highlight the game's release on its mobile platform.

It was one of the first things we assumed was coming after the acquisition, which was quickly confirmed. To purchase the game, head here.

Thanks to Ashley for the news tip!

[Source: Windows Phone, Xbox News Wire]

Our Take
This is the first of many small steps in the growing relationship between Microsoft and Minecraft, which is already branching off in some surprising directions.