However there are always more things to do, to be a part of and to enjoy. Why have it in Minecraft? Heart broken, the Pixelmon community read this announcement: With much sadness, but keeping all our fond memories, we must announce that Pixelmon is ending its development. Join Daniel and 18,705 supporters today. 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", At the end of the petition, Phillips singly called out the attention of Satoshi Tajiri, creator of Pokémon, saying: "You, Satoshi Tajiri, started Pokémon because of a loved past time you had of collecting insects. Keep going out there to find fun projects to be a part of and other great things to invest your time and enthusiasm into. Phillips went on to say that Pixelmon has succeeded in bringing so many people together in a community of Pokémon and Minecraft fans. Today: Daniel is counting on you. SEE ALSO: 'Minecraft' will be the second game ever to support cross-console play, "While we are surprised that such a notice had never hit us earlier over the past 5 years, rumors of an upcoming Pokémon game for the Nintendo Switch seem to be a good indicator as of the reason behind such recent action," Isi, a (now former) administrator at Pixelmon, said in an email. Powered by its own proprietary technology, Mashable is the go-to source for tech, digital culture and entertainment content for its dedicated and influential audience around the globe. That's the whole purpose of Pokemon I thought? "For myself, it's helped me reach out to those in need of support, of friendship, and creating communities, large and small, together. "We feel beaten down, discarded, and pushed around. Looking back on some personal favorite creations that have emerged from the small but devoted community, Isi pointed to The Pixelmon soundtrack composed by ZeeCount (MrMasochism's IRL brother), the Safari Games, and the Side-Mod created by developer and Youtuber GhostWolf. We feel like something that was such a light of joy, has been stripped away. In a matter of hours, the petition garnered the support of 3,450 people as of this writing. To let you be a child again? Daniel Phillips, the fan who started the petition, said he, on behalf of the community, wants The Pokémon Company and Nintendo to know how fans feel towards the sudden shutdown of the Minecraft mod. You, Satoshi Tajiri, started Pokemon because of a loved past time you had of collecting insects. "Please, for the good of an ever growing community and the love it holds, do not shut down Pixelmon. Mashable, Inc. All Rights Reserved. There's a sense among everyone that the Pixelmon community, while just one of hundreds to spring from the umbrella of Minecraft, was special. Better Business Bureau Accredited Business. It's called that because we literally cherish our community. "We can be very separate from the Minecraft community, with only minimal involvement," said Isi. is a global, multi-platform media and entertainment company. It lets us actually play in a Pokemon world. Daniel Phillips needs your help with “Nintendo: Keep the Pixelmon Mod Alive”.Join Daniel and 18,705 supporters today. Shortly thereafter, lead developer MrMasochism broke the news to his team, then blogged it out to the heartbroken community at large. "Pixelmon isn't just another Minecraft mod. Please, for the good of an ever growing community and the love it holds, do not shut down Pixelmon. Join Facebook to connect with Daniel Phillips and others you may know. Minecraft Pixelmon Servers. Please.". We feel beaten down, discarded, and pushed around. View Daniel Phillips’ profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. ©2020 on July 15, 2017. The hotly contested Pennsylvania was at the center of misinformation on... International Business Times, Singapore Edition. We feel like something that was such a light of joy, has been stripped away," Phillips continued. Pixelmon accrued thousands upon thousands of downloads over its half decade existence, sparking a litany of Youtube series that garnered millions of views. All good things come to an end eventually and now is our time. After The Pokémon Company ordered yesterday the development team behind the favourite Pixelmon mod to shut it down, disgruntled supporters of the popular mod took to Change.org earlier today to petition Pokémon creators to keep Pixelmon alive. We're using cookies to improve your experience. Youtube series that garnered millions of views, 'Minecraft' will be the second game ever to support cross-console play, WATCH: Pikachu looks amazing as a hologram. With every new update, we've seen the hard work the developers have put in, countless hours, and all the success they have done in bringing so many people together. He attended Florida State University where he received a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology. For myself, it's helped me reach out to those in need of support, of friendship, and creating communities, large and small, together. It's been so much more than that," says Phillips. Back in 2012, the mod Pixelmon combined the two, cultivating a substantial community of dedicated users, modders, Youtubers, and servers over the years. I can honestly say, I am heartbroken over this, as are many of my staff, friends, players, and other server owners. Pixelmon isn't just another Minecraft mod. You might've heard of a little game called Minecraft, and the popular craze grandparents like refer to as "your Pokemans."