Minecraft

Inspired by Dwarf Fortress, Dungeon Keeper

And a bit later Infiniminer.

Markus "Notch" Perssson began cubing,

Sandbox video game

That calls itself as "Minecraft"

Enabling players to build constructions

Out of textured cubes in 3D procedurally generated world

Exploration, resource gathering, crafting and combat are other activities.

Multiple gameplay modes are available

Player acquiring sources and maintaining health in survival mode,

Creative mode has unlimited resources and ability to spread the wings;

Players customize maps by other players in adventure mode,

But cannot place or destroy any through clip

Yet can fly in spectator mode

Nailing the Diamond Sword in Minecraft...!