Realm News

Greg Howard
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Realm News — "Where I put the Real in Realm, and expand your mind, one block at a time!" Realm News is a Minecraft podcast exploring the stories, ideas, science, history, philosophy, culture, and creativity behind the world’s biggest sandbox game. From Minecraft news, updates, mobs, blocks, biomes, dimensions, and mechanics to interviews with creators, artists, developers, and players, we look at Minecraft from a different perspective. For quick Minecraft news and updates, check out Realm News Flash. Cover Art by Sam Howard, Insta:samhwrd22

  1. 18h ago

    RNF # 111: Ice Bricks, Chiang Departure, Xbox/Netflix Deal Disintegrates and Sea Pickles

    Episode 111 of Realm News Flash highlights the launch of Minecraft’s Packed Ice Block Set and the unexpected departure of Helen Chiang from Microsoft after 21 years. The episode also touches on the failed $800 million Xbox IP deal with Netflix and teases an upcoming feature on the bioluminescent Sea Pickle. *Intro Music by Paul Krasnoshchok from Pixabay, Sound Effect by Breakz Studios from Pixabay patreon.com/RealmNews Belloni, Matthew. “What If Netflix Doesn’t Change All That Much?” Puck, 23 Oct. 2026, puck.news/what-if-peter-rice-doesnt-change-netflix-all-that-much/. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026. Blake, Vikki. “Xbox’s First Chief Operating Officer Helen Chiang Leaves Microsoft Just Three Months Into the Job.” Eurogamer.Net, 24 Oct. 2026, www.eurogamer.net/xbox-coo-helen-chiang-leaves-microsoft. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026. Bobicraft. “🚨 HOY EMPIEZA NUEVA ETAPA Para Minecraft!Maria Angelidou Smith Comienza Su Cargo Como Nueva CEO De Mojang.Toca Ver Qué Cambios.” X, 19 Oct. 2026, x.com/BobicraftMC/status/2112196875734650999. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026. Corden, Jez. “Former Minecraft Lead, Xbox Veteran and COO Helen Chiang ‘Fired’ for ‘Policy Violations.’” Windows Central, 25 Oct. 2026, www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/former-minecraft-lead-xbox-veteran-and-coo-helen-chiang-fired-for-policy-violations. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026. Experience MOD and Supply + Demand. “Villager Rescue.” Minecraft Experience American Dream, 2024, www.minecraftexperience.com/villager-rescue-americandream/. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026. Hales, Adam. “Want to Play Xbox One Games on an iPhone? This Fan-Made Project Is Already Running Minecraft — and It Isn’t an Emulator.” Windows Central, 19 Oct. 2026, www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-one-games-on-iphone. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026. “Helen Chiang | Gold House.” Gold House, 22 Apr. 2024, goldhouse.org/people/helen-chiang/. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026. Java Team. “Minecraft 26.4 Snapshot 5.” Minecraft.Net, Minecraft, 20 Oct. 2026, www.minecraft.net/en-us/article/minecraft-26-4-snapshot-5. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026. Jez. “The Helen Chiang Situation at Xbox Is an Odd One. She’s Been Incredibly Successful Running Minecraft, Is Really Well-Liked And.” X, 24 Oct. 2026, x.com/JezCorden/status/2113911451903570010. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026. Litchfield, Ted. “Top Xbox Exec Promoted in Brand ‘Reset’ Leaves After 3 Months in Role.” PC Gamer, 24 Oct. 2026, www.pcgamer.com/gaming-industry/top-xbox-exec-promoted-in-brand-reset-leaves-after-3-months-in-role/. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026. Middler, Jordan. “Xbox Wanted $800 Million From Netflix for 7 Years of Its Biggest Characters, It’s Claimed.” VGC, Video Games Chronicle, 23 Oct. 2026, www.videogameschronicle.com/news/xbox-wanted-800-million-from-netflix-for-7-years-of-its-biggest-characters-its-claimed/. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026. Minecraft Experience. “That’s One Way to Make an Entrance, Atlanta. 👀🎟️ Tickets Are NOW on SALE for Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue, Spawning.” X, 21 Oct. 2026, x.com/MinecraftExpIRL/status/2112909097821470919. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026. minecraft.wiki/w/Helen_Chiang.

    RNF # 111: Ice Bricks, Chiang Departure, Xbox/Netflix Deal Disintegrates and Sea Pickles

  2. 5d ago

    Ep. # 154 Part 2: Welcome Content Creator Tomo Jettster to Realm News

    In Episode 154 of Realm News, host The Dark Lord continues his engaging conversation with Minecraft content creator Tomo Jettster, diving deep into the creative process behind his ambitious “Forever World Project.” Tomo shares the challenges of porting his entire Minecraft history into one seamless world, discusses the thrill of exploring Minecraft in virtual reality, and reflects on the inspiration he draws from both the game’s community and creators like Dallasmed65 and Technoblade. The episode also touches on the evolution of Minecraft updates, the unique design of the Nether Reactor, and Tomo’s aspirations for future content creation, offering listeners a fascinating look into the dedication and passion behind crafting immersive Minecraft experiences. patreon.com/RealmNews Brewster, Rick. “Paint.NET - Free Software for Digital Photo Editing.” Paint.NET, 2022, https://www.paint.net/index.html. Accessed 20 Sept. 2026. “Pocket Edition V0.9.5 Alpha – Minecraft Wiki.” Minecraft Wiki, 2016, https://minecraft.wiki/w/Pocket_Edition_v0.9.5_alpha. Accessed 16 Sept. 2026. Tomo Jettster. “Patreon.” Patreon, 13 Mar. 2026, https://www.patreon.com/cw/TomoJettster. Accessed 16 Sept. 2026. ---. “Tomo Jettster (@TomoJettster) on X.” X (Formerly Twitter), 2026, https://x.com/TomoJettster. Accessed 16 Sept. 2026. Https://Youtube.Com/@Tomojettster?Si=q0iayFJY_-P2lt1t.

  3. Oct 20

    RNF # 110: 26.4 Snapshot 4, Xbox Labs and Tomo Jettster Part 2 Clip

    In this episode of Realm News Flash, The Dark Lord dives into the latest Minecraft 26.4 Snapshot 4, highlighting the introduction of Jukebox playlists and the brittle new Brittle Ice block, which adds a dangerous twist to Ice Caves exploration. The discussion then shifts to the rapidly evolving landscape at Xbox, with CEO Asha Sharma unveiling Xbox Labs, a new division dedicated to experimenting with innovative game design and technology, following hot on the heels of the Xbox XP initiative. The show wraps up with an enticing preview of the upcoming conversation with Tomo Jettster. patreon.com/RealmNews ASHA. “Today We’re Standing up XBOX LABS (Https://T.Co/wzXPNnCmI6). Here Is the Note That I Sent to the Team:Team,the First Video Games.” X, 13 Oct. 2026, x.com/asha_shar/status/2110083127741702241. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026. Bishop, Todd. “Microsoft Forms ‘Xbox Labs’ to Explore Game Remixes, Ports and Other New Frontiers.” GeekWire, 13 Oct. 2026, www.geekwire.com/2026/microsoft-forms-xbox-labs-to-explore-game-remixes-ports-and-other-new-frontiers/. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026. Java Team. “Minecraft 26.4 Snapshot 4.” Minecraft.Net, Minecraft, 13 Oct. 2026, www.minecraft.net/en-us/article/minecraft-26-4-snapshot-4. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026. “Music Disc – Minecraft Wiki.” Minecraft Wiki, 2023, minecraft.wiki/w/Music_Disc. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026. Nelson, Mike. “Introducing XBOX LABS.” XBOX Wire, 13 Oct. 2026, news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/10/13/introducing-xbox-labs/. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026. open.spotify.com/episode/2RsSqV4CpB2iGs4I3OExlO?si=1a4703f43f2e42d1.

    RNF # 110: 26.4 Snapshot 4, Xbox Labs and Tomo Jettster Part 2 Clip

  4. Oct 15

    Part 1, Ep. # 153: Welcome Content Creator Tomo Jettster to Realm News

    In Episode 153 of Realm News, host Dark Lord welcomes Minecraft content creator Tomo Jettster to discuss his incredible journey through the game and content creation. Tomo shares the origin of his unique name, his first experiences with Pocket Edition at just six years old, and his ambitious project to combine all his past Minecraft worlds into one ultimate forever world. The conversation dives deep into the evolution of Minecraft, creative building, streaming, and the challenges of documenting a massive multi-version play through. Listeners will also hear behind-the-scenes insights into Tomo’s Star Wars realm project and the tools he uses to edit and produce his videos. Join Realm News at patreon.com/RealmNews Brewster, Rick. “Paint.NET - Free Software for Digital Photo Editing.” Paint.NET, 2022, https://www.paint.net/index.html. Accessed 20 Sept. 2026. “Pocket Edition V0.9.5 Alpha – Minecraft Wiki.” Minecraft Wiki, 2016, https://minecraft.wiki/w/Pocket_Edition_v0.9.5_alpha. Accessed 16 Sept. 2026. Tomo Jettster. “Patreon.” Patreon, 13 Mar. 2026, https://www.patreon.com/cw/TomoJettster.Accessed 16 Sept. 2026. ---. “Tomo Jettster (@TomoJettster) on X.” X (Formerly Twitter), 2026, https://x.com/TomoJettster. Accessed 16 Sept. 2026. Https://Youtube.Com/@Tomojettster?Si=q0iayFJY_-P2lt1t.

  5. Oct 15 ·  Bonus

    RNF #109: Xbox and Minecraft Exclusivity Survey by Xbox Research

    In this special episode of Realm News Flash, The Dark Lord dives into a new report by Jez Corden of Windows Central detailing internal Xbox surveys that hint at the possibility of making major titles like Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, and even Minecraft exclusive to Xbox. The episode explores what such a move could mean for cross-platform play and the global Minecraft community, highlighting the potential backlash and challenges Xbox would face amidst the ongoing Rampocolypse and high console costs. With speculation around new CEO Asha Sharma’s influence and the company’s focus on the “Core” and “Connection” pillars, The Dark Lord shares opinions, reads Twitter reactions, and examines the wider implications for Xbox’s future strategy. patreon.com/RealmNews Corden, Jez. “Microsoft Is Considering Making Fallout, the Elder Scrolls, and Even Minecraft Xbox Console Exclusive — Surveys Detailed.” Windows Central, 14 Oct. 2026, www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/microsoft-is-considering-making-fallout-the-elder-scrolls-and-even-minecraft-xbox-console-exclusive-surveys-detailed. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026. “Xbox Support.” Xbox.Com, 2025, support.xbox.com/en-US/help/account-profile/manage-account/xbox-insider-program. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

    RNF #109: Xbox and Minecraft Exclusivity Survey by Xbox Research

  6. Oct 13

    RNF # 108: New Mojang CEO, XP Division, and AI Minecraft Mashups

    In this week’s Realm News Flash, The Dark Lord dives into a packed Minecraft news cycle featuring Mojang’s new CEO, Maria Angelidou-Smith, and the debut of Xbox’s bold new XP division led by former Mojang CEO Kayleen Walters. We explore the highlights of Java 26.4 Snapshot 3, including the chilling Ice Caves biome and the Frostbite zombie, plus updates on the upcoming Minecraft Hotel in Chessington, England, and Minecraft’s release for the Nintendo Switch 2. The episode also covers the explosive rise of AI-driven Minecraft mashups, with the viral TweetCraft phenomenon bringing playable Minecraft-inspired worlds directly to Twitter. Tune in for all the latest insights, trends, and a sneak peek of next week’s guest, content creator Tomo Jettster! Join the Realm at patreon.com/RealmNews and bio.link/realmnews Work Cited Asha. (2026, October 8). Today, we announced XP, a new Xbox division that will help grow our great games into experiences beyond the games. [Tweet]. X. https://x.com/asha_shar/status/2108165380057506187 Greif, A. (2026, October). Mike Tomlin is a Super Bowl-winning coach. His real passion might have been ‘Minecraft’. NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/nfl/mike-tomlin-nfl-coach-minecraft-passion-rcna600771 Java Team. (2026, October 6). Minecraft 26.4 snapshot 3. Minecraft.Net. https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/article/minecraft-26-4-snapshot-3 Maria Angelidou-Smith, CPO @ Personio: Product lessons leading Facebook App Monetisation Team to billions in revenue. (2024). The Twenty Minute VC. https://www.thetwentyminutevc.com/maria-angelidou Mike Tomlin. (2026, September 30). EP 1: Rooftops, penthouses, and urban living. [YouTube video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=video_id Minecraft. (2026). NintendoAmerica. Mojang. https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/minecraft-switch-2/ Realm News. (2026, August 4). RNF # 98: Snapshot 6 highlights & Xbox’s big reset explained. [YouTube video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=video_id Reynaud, C. (2026, October 9). Un hôtel Minecraft ouvrira près de Londres en 2027. Minecraft.Fr. https://minecraft.fr/un-hotel-minecraft-ouvrira-pres-de-londres-en-2027/ Skrebels, J., & Xbox Wire Editor-in-Chief. (2026, October 8). Introducing XP. Xbox Wire. https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/10/08/introducing-xp/ —. (2026, October 8). New leadership appointments and Xbox division. Xbox Wire. https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/10/08/new-leadership-appointments-and-xbox-division/ Staff. (2025, November 13). Reddit welcomes Maria Angelidou-Smith as Chief Product Officer. Reddit Inc. https://redditinc.com/news/reddit-welcomes-maria-angelidou-smith-as-chief-product-officer Yin-Poole, W. (2026, October 7). Someone used AI to make Minecraft playable inside Twitter with working multiplayer, and immediately sold sponsorships via crypto. IGN. https://www.ign.com/articles/someone-used-ai-to-make-minecraft-playable-inside-twitter-with-working-multiplayer-and-immediately-sold-sponsorships-via-crypto

    RNF # 108: New Mojang CEO, XP Division, and AI Minecraft Mashups

  7. Oct 8

    Ep. 155: Parmentier & Minecraft Poisonous Potato Update

    Join us, dear Patrons, for an exclusive dive into the fascinating world of Antoine-Augustin Parmentier and the intriguing April Fool's Poisonous Potato Update! Unearth the life and achievements of Parmentier, the French nutrition pioneer who championed the humble potato. Discover how his innovative tactics helped transform French cuisine and dietary habits. Transition into the digital realm, where we explore Mojang's playful Poisonous Potato Update. Dive into the delightfully bizarre Minecraft prank that brought unexpected features to the game. Get ready for a journey through history and imagination in this thrilling new episode! Sources: “Antoine Augustin Parmentier.” Palace of Versailles, 1 July 2021, en.chateauversailles.fr/discover/history/great-characters/antoine-augustin-parmentier#parmentier-member-of-the-agricultural-society. “Antoine-Augustin Parmentier.” Wikipedia, 17 June 2021, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antoine-Augustin_Parmentier. “April Fools’ Day Jokes – Minecraft Wiki.” Minecraft Wiki, 2024, minecraft.wiki/w/April_Fools%27_Day_jokes. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025. “Java Edition 24w14potato – Minecraft Wiki.” Minecraft Wiki, 2024, minecraft.wiki/w/Java_Edition_24w14potato. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025. Kanuckel, Amber, and Amber Kanuckel. “The Strange History of Potatoes and the Man Who Made Them Popular.” Farmers’ Almanac - Plan Your Day. Grow Your Life., 28 Aug. 2017, www.farmersalmanac.com/parmentier-made-potatoes-popular.

  8. Oct 6

    RNF # 107: Exploring the Sift and Trial Chambers: A Dungeons 2 Special with NeonGaming

    In this episode of Realm News Flash, The Dark Lord dives deep into Minecraft Dungeons 2 with returning guest NeonGaming, exploring the mysterious Sift and the thrills of Trial Chambers. After sharing a firsthand story of discovering his very first Trial Chamber in the snowy village of Shunston, The Dark Lord examines why Dungeons 2 has earned a mixed 62% rating on Steam by reading both critical and positive reviews from the community. NeonGaming brings his expert perspective as a dedicated player, discussing his favorite biomes, mobs, and the new open-world elements, while also exploring which features might eventually make their way into vanilla Minecraft. Tune in for an insightful, spoiler-light discussion filled with adventure, challenges, and a peek into the future of Minecraft gameplay. patreon.com/RealmNews Work Cited David. “We’ll Be Upgrading How Realm Uploads and Downloads Work! 😁 Faster, More Reliable, and Better Handling of Big Worlds For.” X, 30 Sept. 2026, x.com/CornerHardMC/status/2105387847331315885. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026. “NeonGamingAdventures | TikTok, Twitch | Linktree.” Linktree, 24 Sept. 2025, linktr.ee/NeonGamingAdventures. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026. Wells, Jay. “Minecraft Preview 26.60.29.” Minecraft.Net, Minecraft, 30 Sept. 2026, www.minecraft.net/en-us/article/minecraft-preview-26-60-29. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026. steamdb.info/app/1912410/info/. gamalytic.com/game/1912410.

    RNF # 107: Exploring the Sift and Trial Chambers: A Dungeons 2 Special with NeonGaming
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Realm News — "Where I put the Real in Realm, and expand your mind, one block at a time!" Realm News is a Minecraft podcast exploring the stories, ideas, science, history, philosophy, culture, and creativity behind the world’s biggest sandbox game. From Minecraft news, updates, mobs, blocks, biomes, dimensions, and mechanics to interviews with creators, artists, developers, and players, we look at Minecraft from a different perspective. For quick Minecraft news and updates, check out Realm News Flash. Cover Art by Sam Howard, Insta:samhwrd22

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  • Creator
    Greg Howard
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    265
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Greg Howard
  • Show Website
    Realm News

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