play (Animated)

The word PLAY written in Minecraft grass block texture with a Creeper face on the letter A.
Used in 2 servers · Free for your Discord server

What does the play emoji mean?

A blocky, Minecraft-inspired call to action that screams gamer energy.

This emoji features the word 'PLAY' styled with the iconic green and brown textures of a Minecraft grass block, complete with a Creeper face peering out from the letters. It is a staple for gaming communities on Discord, used to rally teammates for a session or signal that it is time to start the game. The blocky aesthetic makes it instantly recognizable to any fan of the sandbox franchise.

When to use it

  • Rallying the squad for a gaming session
  • Signaling that it is time to play
  • Inviting friends to join a Minecraft server
  • Expressing excitement to start a new match

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
  2. Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
  3. Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the play image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the play image.
  2. Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the play image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.