Why, then, does aMinecraftclone exist in 4D?
At first glance,4D Minerseems just likeMinecraft.
So far, soMinecraft.
Whenever you scroll in4D Miner, your world changes dramatically.
Elements that are right in front of you disappear, while other reveal themselves.
The thing is, none of these things are really changing.
From a 4D perspective, everything you see while scrolling is actually there at all times.
We just cant see it, because were limited to our 3D world view.
If you place them in 3D, they wont be able to see the extra dimension of space.
All the while, we see everything they see,andthe world as it is.
If that explanation makes no sense to you, I completely understand.
This stuff is complicated, and its much easier to explain visually.
Now,werethe 2D being, except were experiencing a 3D cross section of a 4D world.
This mechanic adds another dimension to theMinecraftexploration we all know so well.
Rather than simply forage for supplies, you should probably dive through different planes of the fourth dimension.
Similarly, youll find cave-diving to be much more intricate than inMinecraft.
Otherwise, youll miss elements, paths, lava, and enemies.
Oh, yes: the enemies.
The first enemy you seem to encounter is a 4D arachnid called a hyperspider.
If the concept of a spider that hides inside another dimension triggers your arachnophobia, I wouldnt blame you.
As you play, youll be able to build tools that help you navigate this 4D world.
Suddenly, those spiders arent so scary.
Youll need those tools, because doing anything in4D Mineris much more complicated than it is in 3DMinecraft.
Your first shelter will be full of gaping 4D holes if you arent careful.
Suddenly, the spiders are scary again.
4D Mineriscurrently available for free as a demo on Steam, with an official release planned for November.
As limited as these types of games are, theyre still fascinating to play.
Anotherinteresting concept is 4D Toys, which lets you play with different shapes in 4D space.
