Hacks for Minecrafters: Redstone: The unofficial guide to tips and tricks other guides won’t teach you – Guide Review
Even though Minecraft might be a bit less ‘in your face’ nowadays, it’s still a very popular game for young and old, with more complicated mechanics than one would think at first glance. Even though this squarish LEGO-like game has won over the hearts of many to simply build beautiful houses or landscapes, last time we learned there were actual programmable features in the game to add some extra life to your own digital perfect world. This time we make it even more complicated by looking at the guide for Redstone, which allows you to build automated objects, again making your world closer to perfection.
Last time we discussed the Command Blocks, which were pretty much the equivalent of ‘programming’ in Minecraft. While the guide proved to be clear, it was still hard to master said commands. This time it’s all about Redstone, a mineable ore in Minecraft, which allows you to create moveable/automated objects. These can vary from automated doors, to farms that pretty much service themselves, allowing you to relax in your square sofa, or go out on adventures, while the homestead takes care of other practical business. In a way, Redstone is some sort of a Command Block, with certain predetermined commands added to them. Nonetheless, you’ll notice that the many different options described in this guide will probably provide you with ample choices, as they would be hard to come up with on your own. Redstone is also to be used in combination with other items to actually work.
Just like the previous albums, you’ll be able to count on clear writing, in a step by step format. Between nearly all steps you’ll find a picture, which clearly shows what you’re working on, making sure that even younger readers will know what to expect. While the overall writing by Megan Miller is a bit dry, it’s fun that she tries to add a few of her own tests (the materials she personally used) or add a few opinions to the descriptions, if the situations allows it. Everything proves to be clear, simple and to the point. Megan Miller’s series is worthy to call themselves ‘guides’, as they truly give you enough to process, and many different options to try out.
Conclusion
Hacks for Minecrafters: Redstone: The unofficial guide to tips and tricks other guides won’t teach you is yet another welcome guide for those who truly want to experience the very best Minecraft has to offer. Nonetheless, be advised that it’s best to work your way up to this one, as some things might prove a tad trickier than expected. That being said, enjoy, craft and build to your heart’s content with this trustworthy paper ally at your side.
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