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The First Night
“Survive your first night all over again”
An immersive recreation of your first survival night - punch trees, build shelter, and survive until dawn.
Duration20 min
LocationGround Floor - Survival Wing
Age Groupall-ages
FloorFloor 1
About This Exhibit
Step into a life-sized recreation of a Minecraft world as night falls. This groundbreaking exhibit puts you in the shoes of every player who has ever asked "What do I do when it gets dark?"
Using projection mapping, animatronics, and real-time environmental controls, you'll experience the rising tension as the sun sets, the sounds of zombies groaning in the distance, and the desperate scramble to build a shelter before the monsters spawn.
Whether you're a veteran who remembers their actual first night or a newcomer experiencing it for the first time, The First Night captures the magic and terror that made Minecraft legendary.
What You'll Experience
Punch actual foam trees to gather wood
Build a shelter with life-sized blocks
Experience a simulated Minecraft night cycle
Hear zombie groans and skeleton rattles
Craft your first wooden pickaxe
Did You Know?
The night cycle lasts 7 real minutes in Minecraft
Zombies can break down wooden doors on Hard difficulty
The first night has inspired countless memes and stories
Exhibit Information
Duration20 min
LocationGround Floor - Survival Wing
FloorFloor 1
Difficultyall-ages
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Audio descriptions available. Sensory-friendly hours on Sundays.