Uh, what?
Minecraft beta is survival mode, and survival mode only....
Buy the game and play.
If you followed this thread, you'd realize he owns the game. You also cut out a word of his quote.
I'm pretty sure Oasis means survival mode needs to have your character "need" things in order to survive, such as a constant supply of water and food. Warmth maybe as well. Otherwise you die. This would be a very good idea that needs to be implemented, but should be optional for single player and multiplayer.
Although I can be very wrong, that's what I assume.
EDIT:
Survival needs. As in being required to eat and drink. At least I think thats what he means.
forget off monday