LEGO ‘excited’ by Minecraft project

MCV Staff 6th December 2011 Business News

With fans of both Lego and Minecraft both eagerly awaiting news ona possible collaboration between the two, Lego has commented on theCuusoo projectin a statement today.

"It is still too early to say whether Minecraft play sets will become a Lego product," said Paal Smith-Meyer, head of the Lego new business group. "It needs 10,000 votes and to go through an approval process to ensure it meets our usual Lego standards."

He added: "We’re really excited to see the fantastic enthusiasm of the Minecraft community. This is what Lego Cuusoo is all about, connecting people’s passion to the Lego brick."

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