Question	Answer
Are Minecraft servers down?	Check the server’s status on its official website or forums. Servers may go down due to maintenance or issues with hosting providers.
Are Minecraft servers free?	Some are free to join, but hosting typically incurs costs covered by subscriptions, donations, or in-game purchases.
Are Minecraft servers cross-platform?	Servers running Bedrock Edition support cross-platform play. Java Edition servers require plugins like GeyserMC for cross-play.
Can Minecraft servers detect Xray?	Yes, anti-cheat plugins like OreObfuscator can detect or prevent Xray use.
How do Minecraft servers make money?	Through donations, in-game purchases (e.g., cosmetics), and subscription fees for premium access.
What Minecraft servers have Bedwars?	Hypixel is the most popular server offering Bedwars.
Where to buy Minecraft servers?	Hosting services like Apex Hosting, Shockbyte, and BisectHosting sell server hosting packages.
Why are Minecraft servers so expensive?	Costs scale with server performance, capacity, and hosting location.

OzarkCraft VS Hypixel

armor stands, Biomes, blocks, Community, Coordinate hud, Creative, Friends, home building, long-lasting, Minecraft, ozarkcraft, pay to win, quality of life, Seasons, Server Experience, Single player sleep, smp, Stability, Updates, Vanilla

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Hypixel	OzarkCraft
Large player base Wide variety of minigames Frequent updates and events Premium perks available for purchase Potential for lag due to high player count Pay to win aspects	Community-driven focus No seasons or resets No pay to win mechanics Vanilla gameplay experience Quality of life improvements Continuously updates without resetting the server

FAQ

Question	Hypixel	OzarkCraft
What is the player base like?	Large player base with thousands of players online at any given time.	Smaller, community-driven player base focused on a more personal experience.
Are there frequent updates?	Yes, Hypixel frequently updates with new content and events.	Yes, OzarkCraft updates without resetting the server, keeping new blocks and biomes within reach.
Are there pay to win aspects?	Yes, Hypixel offers premium perks for purchase that can give players an advantage.	No, OzarkCraft does not have pay to win mechanics, providing a fair gameplay experience for all.
What is the gameplay experience like?	Wide variety of minigames and competitive gameplay.	Vanilla gameplay experience with quality of life improvements.
Is lag an issue?	Potential for lag due to high player count.	Less lag due to smaller player base and community focus.

ArcherMC

Creative, Economy, Factions, KitPvP, Parkour, Prison, PvP

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Number 1 OP server with tons of unique features: plots, gangs, drugs, explosive items, cheapest donor ranks, custom mines, and the ultimate experience! We have rankups from A-Z as well as 26 custom built amazing mines to fit them! All players can have their own plots and gangs! What are you waiting for?! Join now!

mc.archermc.net

SpongeCraft

Economy, Survival, Towny

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Custom Enchants, Multi SlimeFun Addons, in-game ranks, and more!ABOUT US:A new server, with a community rooted from over 6 years back, SpongeCraft is a close knit and active group of people that offers an experience like no other! We welcomes people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests, so you’re sure to meet many new friends. SpongeCraft is a friendly, mature SMP type server with many unique perks you’ll love and enjoy with a large focus on the community!

play.spongecraft.net

Nest GSG

Economy, MCMMO, PvE, PvP, Survival, Vanilla

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The GSG Network is in an incredible phase!! Forget everything you’ve heard about the network in the past and come give your future favorite server a try.Currently, the Águia Server – 1.20+ is active The server is cross-platform – Java and Bedrock Survival mode with 3 different worlds to choose from Exclusive perks available in each world Box system with new arrivals per season Tournament System Ground Protection System VIP system mcMMO skills Clan System with War Event

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KoalaServers

Creative, Cross-Play, MCMMO, PvP, Survival, Vanilla

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Welcome, our aim is for a close to vanilla taste, but with the added flavor of jobs, economy, player ran shops, and warps. We are generous with claim blocks too as we feel it’s fair to allow players to protect their bases no matter how big the project! Come join our chill community and enjoy some unique Aussie ranks!

play.koalaservers.net

AstraMC

Cross-Play, Economy, Parkour, PvE, Survival, Vanilla

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– Cute pets that will follow you around, you can ride and have skill trees! – We have a premium land claiming plugin with extreme customization for better protection – We have tag’s to show off some style and some new cosmetics in the works as well~ – Farming and player based economy! Farm to become the richest on the server or make a shop and join the kings of the economy – Skill’s for those that like a little bit of a rpg twist on their favorite game~ – New collectible’s each month, if you get lucky you can sell them for millions later – Amazing events hosted throughout the year for all to participate in! – Active staff members, owners and mangement as well as active socials and one or two small content creators! – Currently in the works of working on turning into a server network with multiple gamemodes and something for everyone to enjoy~

play.astra-mc.net

Phloxnew

Cross-Play, Economy, Survival

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Phlox is a newly opened no-grief Survival server that offers many custom-made features to make your playing experience better. Play alone or create a guild with your friends! We have a chill and welcoming community, and we hope to see you soon!You can also vote for us to rank up in-game!Bedrock IP: play.phloxmc.net:19132

play.phloxmc.net

Mythical Empires Server

MCMMO, PvE, PvP, Roleplay, Survival

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-= Mythical Empires =- – Money and Tokens – Kingdoms – Jobs – Skills – Dungeons – Pets – Amazing Enchants – Boosters – Auctions – Events – Discord Support – Active staff – Friendly community

play.mythical-empires.com

TrekCraft

Economy, MCMMO, PvE, Survival, Towny

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TrekCraft is not any ordinary server, we are a committed Towny/Survival server with tons of extra plugins to enhance your experience at TrekCraft. Our towny server is a welcoming community where you can build and play with minimal drama. We include Mcmmo, LWC, Jobs, awesome custom boss mobs, ArtMap and much more. Here at TC we have a friendly community that takes part in events every week and an all player staff that will help you through any situation. We’ve been around since 2014 so you know that you can trust us to last. When you find yourself on TrekCraft you feel like you are part of the family, and that is exactly what we want you to feel.Take time today and come join us at mc.TrekCraft.net You can also visit our website at http://www.trekcraft.ca/Minecraft is an adventure, Trek it. -TC2014 Website: http://www.trekcraft.ca/

mc.trekcraft.net

NeonGamer Network – Nova Capital

Economy, MCMMO, PvP, Roleplay, Survival, Vanilla

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A survival with several well-known successful elements: McMMO Store system System of Spawners VIP system Clan System PvP, build, spleef and other events Box and key system cash system Awards for the top of the server Key reward for time online with /prewards E + a system of creative ideas with a Hunger Games theme

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Ranch N Craft

Economy, MCMMO, Roleplay, Survival

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Also available on BEDROCK Edition Minecraft. IP: br.ranchncraft.com Port: 19132We here at Ranch n Craft are a survival server running several custom built plugins, including our very own horse themed plugin! We are a family friendly, community based server that you don’t wanna miss!We aren’t only about horses though! We have a claiming plugin, run events with our dedicated staff, and have so many opportunities to become a part of our amazing community. We also use many of your favourite plugins, and have a Creative server where you can build to your heart’s content.With glowing reviews and a family feel, come join us now to see what all the fuss is about. There’s a reason we’ve been on PCGames list of top ten servers for the last five years!www.ranchncraft.com https://discord.gg/V3mm8bx

mc.ranchncraft.com

jes.earth

Cross-Play, Earth, MCMMO, PvP, Roleplay, Survival, Towny

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Welcome!Just an Earth Server is a Minecraft Earth Bedrock Java crossplay survival server where you can make your town, city or even a nation! Different Earth and survival worlds, OneBlock and more. Toxicity-free.We are excited to welcome you to the server B)IP: jes.earth Bedrock Port: 19132 Map: http://map.jes.earth/ Discord: http://discord.gg/jes YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustanEarthServer Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/justanearthserver/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justanearthserver

jes.earth

Kiras Kingdom

Cross-Play, Economy, Survival, Survival Games

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We are a Minecraft 1.20 server in Survival Plus mode set in a medieval style. Our desire is to be your entertainment server where you can spend time creating your own adventure as well as make companions and friends with whom to share whatever you want.We have: OP Fair, Skills, RTP, Backpacks, Clans, Protections, Rankup, Giveaways, Boxes, Custom Enchantments, Economy, Tombs, Marriages, Shop, Elevators, Kits, Pets, Missions, Jobs, Homes

mc.kiraskingdom.com

TownySMP Earth

Cross-Play, Economy, MCMMO, PvE, Roleplay, Survival, Towny

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play.townysmp.com

DragonShield

Cross-Play, MCMMO, PvE, PvP, Roleplay, Survival

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drgnshield.com | br.drgnshield.com 19132 Step into the Minecraft world of DragonShield, a server noted for its welcoming atmosphere and active community. We take a firm stance against any toxic behavior to keep the server a pleasant place for everyone.DragonShield’s unique feature, PlayTime Ranks, rewards you simply for playing. The more you play, the better your rank becomes. Advancing in rank provides benefits like better kits and perks including back, feed, additional homes, hats, and much more.Tired of the same old mobs? We’ve got a selection of over 20 custom mobs like Watchers, Smoke Demons, Dead Miners, and Crawling Skellys, all awaiting you below level 60.Enjoy weekly boss events and challenging dungeon experiences. The bosses come with complex attack systems and over 30 different abilities. Hurry though – the loot rewards go to the quickest and smartest players who land the last hit.DragonShield’s enchants system offers a massive 300 different enchantments. Earn them through regular enchanting or buy them with EXP. We’ve got everything, from PvP to mining enchants to other interesting effects.DragonShield accommodates both offline mode and non-premium players We also offer cross-play for Bedrock players. So why wait? Jump into DragonShield and experience Minecraft from a fresh perspective.

drgnshield.com

Belly Server

Economy, MCMMO, Mini Games, Parkour, PvE, PvP, Survival

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Server de Minecraft Beuteugeu Server | IP: mc.beuteugeu.com Our Website: http://www.beuteugeu.com/

mc.beuteugeu.com

Players:	103/700	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Godly Talismans Bestowed:	8	Disappearing Landscapes Witnessed:	1
Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	0	Enchanted Forests Planted:	5
Alien Abductions:	2	Lost Souls Rescued:	6
Phantom Ships Sailed:	1	Mystic Runes Engraved:	6
Animals Bred:	35	Twisted Realms Survived:	3
Secret Guilds Joined:	1	Evil Lairs Raided:	6
Mimic Chests Discovered:	3	Living Statues Befriended:	3

Players:	93/1000	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.5 / 5
Epic Shields Constructed:	21	Epic Battles Fought:	11
Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	2	Heavenly Choirs Heard:	6
Ethereal Dreams Experienced:	8	Sentient Weapons Trained:	7
Phantom Ships Sailed:	1	Phantom Blocks Placed:	8
Holy Grails Found:	5	Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	3
God-Tier Weapons Forged:	44	Vanishing Structures Built:	4
Ender Chest Mysteries Uncovered:	1	Ender Dragon Reincarnations:	3

Players:	92/500	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Reality Distortions Fixed:	3	Mystical Amulets Crafted:	23
Elemental Crystals Collected:	28	Unsolvable Puzzles Solved:	3
Astral Amulets Crafted:	26	Reality Warps Survived:	2
Chaos Emeralds Discovered:	7	Ender Chest Mysteries Uncovered:	4
Unseen Monsters Slain:	4	Lost Artifacts Recovered:	5
Buildings Constructed:	27	Wilderness Tamed:	11
Runic Tablets Deciphered:	14	Haunted Mines Explored:	1

Players:	99/1000	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Cursed Swords Broken:	2	Necronomicon Pages Collected:	8
Glowing Eyes in the Dark:	5	Dark Rituals Completed:	3
Legendary Items Repaired:	6	Glitched Entities Encountered:	1
Time-Traveling Monkeys Met:	2	Celestial Crowns Worn:	3
Goblin Markets Raided:	4	Dragonkin Hatched:	2
Doomsday Clocks Constructed:	2	Dragon Eggs Found:	2228
Runes Activated:	2	Demonic Pacts Formed:	1

Players:	104/100	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Epic Bosses Defeated:	1	Orbs of Power Found:	11
Pirate Ghost Ships Conquered:	2	Gryphons Tamed:	4
Titanic Battles Fought:	21	Endless Staircases Climbed:	3
Chaos Emeralds Discovered:	6	Holy Grails Found:	4
Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	96	Time-Traveling Monkeys Met:	2
Darkness Engulfments Escaped:	2	God-Tier Weapons Forged:	31
Dungeon Sieges Launched:	9	Reality Warps Survived:	0

Players:	103/900	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Epic Shields Constructed:	29	Mystical Artifacts Crafted:	5
Phantom Ships Sailed:	4	Haunted Mirrors Gazed Into:	3
Ancient Guardians Awoken:	2	Legendary Titles Earned:	2
Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	2	Wizards Turned into Frogs:	2
Alternate Realities Explored:	4	Arcane Secrets Unlocked:	23
Magical Carpet Rides Taken:	3	Demon Skulls Collected:	39
Pirate Ghost Ships Conquered:	2	Wishing Wells Wished Upon:	11

Players:	106/200	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Mystical Artifacts Crafted:	10	Meteorite Armor Created:	29
Titanic Battles Fought:	26	Phoenix Feathers Found:	13
Dungeon Sieges Launched:	6	Warrior Spirits Summoned:	37
Vanishing Structures Built:	2	Dark Rituals Completed:	10
Astral Orbs Gathered:	16	Dragon Eggs Hatched:	2
Mythical Beasts Vanquished:	0	Ancient Dragons Awakened:	2
Evil Portals Destroyed:	1	Forbidden Relics Collected:	0

Players:	100/300	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Endless Staircases Climbed:	2	Flesh-Eating Plants Grown:	3
Twisted Realms Survived:	3	Moonlit Rituals Performed:	6
Epic Bosses Defeated:	5	Crystal Wands Charged:	13
Gnome Villages Protected:	9	Forbidden Tomes Read:	6
Tesseract Cubes Discovered:	4	Ender Dragon Reincarnations:	1
Holy Grails Found:	3	Corrupted Trees Chopped:	5
Whimsical Tea Parties Held:	15	Living Statues Befriended:	1

Players:	108/100	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Mystic Mirrors Unlocked:	1	Chimeras Created:	4
Legendary Items Repaired:	7	Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	0
Endless Staircases Climbed:	3	Cuddly Creatures Pet:	17
Cursed Artifacts Recovered:	6	Cryptic Prophecies Deciphered:	5
Crystal Palaces Visited:	3	Holy Grails Found:	1
Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	2	Vampire Cloaks Sewn:	3
Endless Legions Commanded:	32	Gryphons Tamed:	4

Players:	108/1000	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Shadow Wolves Tamed:	1	Endless Night Skies:	3
Mythical Relics Collected:	10	Cursed Swords Broken:	2
Epic Bosses Defeated:	3	Lunar Eclipses Witnessed:	3
Hidden Passages Discovered:	5	Astral Staffs Crafted:	20
Magic Wands Crafted:	21	Ancient Relics Unearthed:	388
Inverted Worlds Discovered:	2	Evil Portals Destroyed:	2
Dragons Tamed:	6	Friendship Bracelets Exchanged:	29

Players:	107/800	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Love Letters Sent:	16	Dragonfire Shields Forged:	5
Vanishing Items Found:	6	Crystal Caves Mapped:	3
Shadow Wolves Tamed:	3	Magical Moments Shared:	28
Infinite Doors Opened:	3	Epic Bosses Defeated:	0
Time Loop Anomalies Resolved:	2	Volcanoes Explored:	3
Mythical Beasts Vanquished:	2	Mystery Villagers Spotted:	6
Ancient Relics Unearthed:	230	Phantom Horses Ridden:	1

Players:	91/100	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Dragons Adopted as Pets:	1	Pockets of Chaos Discovered:	3
Secret Libraries Discovered:	5	Hidden Passages Discovered:	3
Heroic Legacies Created:	4	Lost Souls Rescued:	6
Phoenix Feathers Found:	12	Phantom Knights Defeated:	10
Magic Wands Crafted:	7	Gorgon Shields Crafted:	1
Cursed Taverns Survived:	1	Tesseract Cubes Discovered:	5
Invisible Pathways Walked:	8	Cuddly Creatures Pet:	39

Players:	95/500	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Players Killed by Monsters:	6298	Infinity Stones Found:	3
Haunted Redstone Contraptions Built:	6	Star Shards Collected:	277
Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	10	Epic Weapons Forged:	10
Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	3	Cuddly Creatures Pet:	30
Spontaneous Duels Fought:	8	Dragon Hoards Looted:	2
Heroic Oaths Sworn:	19	Moonlit Rituals Performed:	5
Magical Familiars Summoned:	3	Towns Built:	5

Players:	92/100	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Cosmic Entities Communed With:	0	Living Shadows Defeated:	5
Runes Activated:	8	Curse of Binding Applied:	4
Towns Built:	6	Dragonfire Shields Forged:	10
Immortal Potions Brewed:	8	Battle Standards Raised:	5
Demon Skulls Collected:	22	Endless Night Skies:	2
Dimension Hops:	5	Eldritch Medallions Worn:	15
Hidden Sanctuaries Discovered:	3	Dragons Tamed:	1

Players:	106/100	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Runic Tablets Deciphered:	47	Heroic Legacies Created:	6
Unholy Rituals Interrupted:	1	Enchantments Applied:	271
Demonic Pacts Formed:	3	Paranormal Events Investigated:	2
Time-Warping Watches Found:	1	Invisible Pathways Walked:	4
Living Shadows Defeated:	3	Mythical Swords Crafted:	96
Cozy Campfires Lit:	22	Magical Carpet Rides Taken:	7
Blood Moons Survived:	0	Eerie Music Discs Played:	5

Players:	97/1000	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Dragons Tamed:	1	Unicorn Parades Witnessed:	1
Goblin Armies Outwitted:	2	Time Loop Anomalies Resolved:	3
Hedge Mazes Navigated:	12	Wailing Winds Heard:	4
Epic Quests Completed:	26	Ender Pearl Glitches:	1
Cursed Taverns Survived:	1	Potions Brewed:	186
Teleportation Mishaps:	4	Ender Chest Mysteries Uncovered:	4
Wishing Wells Wished Upon:	10	Fabled Crowns Discovered:	4