Not even the most optimistic projections for Warner Bros./Legendary's "A Minecraft Movie" had it on the threshold of a bigger opening weekend than "Barbie," but that is where we are as it has set a new video game adaptation record with a breathtaking $157 million from 4,

A Minecraft Movie” leveled up at the box office, collecting a blockbuster $157 million in its opening weekend. It’s not only the biggest domestic debut of the year but the best in history for a video game adaptation.

A Minecraft Movie has proven to be a box office success, bringing in an estimated $300m (£233m) globally during its opening weekend. The film, based on the wildly popular video game, was heavily delayed but finally hit the big screen on Friday.