Eduard Sutulov Undergraduate Dissertation 2015/16

COM3600: Research Project Building a Computer in Minecraft

Supervised by M.Stannett

Abstract

This project is about building a working computer inside a video game called Minecraft. It aims to do so by setting a specific set of requirements and then attempting to meet them.

The literature covered in the technical survey section aims to prepare the user by explaining the underlying theory behind building circuitry inside Minecraft. It covers topics which are translated into the video game’s world in the following chapter.

The computer itself is entirely based in Minecraft and implements its own instruction set and componentry design. The report will takes the reader through all stages of designing and implementation and will attempt to give a reason behind all of the decision making. We will then test the entire system and provide the results, analysing them carefully and explaining their use. Finally, we will discuss the potential future expandability options and the finished product’s current strengths and weaknesses.