The fact that Minecraft users have the ability to run their own servers has always been a bit of a double-edged sword - a low-res, blocky sword yes, but one sharp on both sides. These servers allow users to perform almost anything they want, which is great. However, sometimes, these players break the rules of the EULA, which can land Mojang in serious trouble.
"Some privately run Minecraft servers charge for in-game items, such as extra xp, or access to certain game modes. Some servers even charge a significant amount," Minecraft creator Markus "Notch" Persson wrote in a blog post published yesterday. " https://netigre.net/ do not know how many emails I've received from parents who want their money back, which was a hundred dollars that their child has spent on an item package on a server we don't control."
Mojang has formulated new rules for monetization to make sure that there are no such accusations in the future. Mojang has detailed the rules on its website, but it boils down into fewer restrictions on the creation of game-related items or other monetized products. Be sure to inform to your customers that you aren't Mojang and don't offer items that impact gameplay, and don't charge real money for in-game cash.
Oh, and another thing Persson's request "Herobrine Please stop asking." [Image: Mojang]