Minecraft: PS Vita Edition heading to PlayStation Store next week

Minecraft: PS Vita Edition finally has a release date. Well, release dates, as it'll be available on two different dates depending on how you plan on purchasing it.

Those of you embracing digital, can purchase Minecraft: PS Vita Edition through the PlayStation Store on Tuesday, October 14 for $19.99. Those of you who prefer the ol' brick-n-mortar, the retail version will be available a month later on November 11 at the same price.

For those of you who already own the PS3 Edition and have been waiting for the PS Vita Edition cross-buy, here's how it works:

About to purchase PS Vita Edition (PS Store) from 10/14

On your PS3 or PS Vita, purchase Minecraft PS Vita Edition for $19.99. Once you have made the purchase, you’ll be able to download the PS3 Edition for free and upgrade to PS4 Edition for $4.99.

About to purchase PS Vita Edition (Retail) from 11/11

On your PS3 or PS Vita, enter the pack-in voucher code through PS Store and you’ll be able to download the PS Vita and PS3 Editions digitally, and upgrade to the PS4 Edition for $4.99.

Existing PS3 Edition Owners (Disc or Digital)

On your PS3 or PS Vita, simply log into PlayStation Store and find Minecraft PS Vita Edition and you’ll be able to download it for free.

Existing PS4 Edition Owners (Disc or Digital)

Only the PS3 and PS Vita Editions are eligible for the cross-buy offer.

Minecraft: PS Vita Edition allows you to transfer your existing Minecraft: PS3 Edition save to and from the Vita, enabling you to continue to build, explore, and conquer anytime, anywhere. You are also able to transfer your save to the PS4 Edition as well.

[PS Blog]