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.

PodCraft

PodCraft is a new semi-survival server with several optional game enhancing features such as: SignShops for player shops, Mobs drop eggs which can be used on collectable spawners for farms etc. PodCraft also has SlimeFun installed which adds many optional mechanics to the game. Additionally we are running a custom terrain gen installed and have plans for many more features. You may connect using bedrock or java edition. Server info:

IP: PodCraft.org OR 154.12.237.152 **Java edition or Bedrock** Version: 1.20.4 Website: TBA Discord (linked to ingame): https://discord.gg/hvKZU9AhSe

NAVELYA

PvP

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NAVELYA NETWORK Our server is a server played within the scope of PvP. If you have just started our server, use the (/kit) command. You Can Use It To Kill Other Players And Take Their Sets. You Can Enter Places in the PvP Area and Strengthen Your Set You can review our server. 1.16.5x 1.20.4

play.navelya.net

CedarMC

Cross-Play, Earth, Economy, Factions, LifeSteal, Survival, Towny

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The ZedarMC community is a very friendly one, and our staff is always available to help you. We are also a crossplay network, which means we support Bedrock Edition.ZedarMC has a variety of gamemodes ranging from peaceful to competitive, so you can always have fun and vibe! Survival SMP 1.13 – 1.20 Earth SMP 1.13 – 1.20 Lifesteal SMP 1.13 – 1.20 Oneblock 1.13 – 1.20 Skyblock 1.13 – 1.20 [Coming Soon]

Prison 1.13 – 1.20 [Coming Soon]IP: ms.zedarmc.com Bedrock Port: 19132 Discord: discord.gg/zedar

ms.zedarmc.com

EYServer

Cross-Play, LifeSteal, Pixelmon, Prison, Skyblock, Survival, Vanilla

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The official Minecraft server for the YouTuber Eystreem who has over 7 million subscribers and 100 million monthly viewers! The server has a Survival SMP gamemode based on update 1.20 with grief protection and a Prison gamemode that contains custom pickaxe enchantments, pets, minions, prison cell islands, and more!Join IP: mcs.eyserver.com (Java and Bedrock)Claim FREE bundle on our store! https://store.eyserver.com

mcs.eyserver.com

Foxcraft

Cross-Play, Economy, OneBlock, Parkour, PvP, Skyblock, Survival

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Foxcraft is a Minecraft Server Network that has been around since 2011 and provides it’s playerbase with multiple classic gamemodes like Prison, Skyblock, Survival, Creative, and more! All of our gamemodes feature custom additions to keep things interesting and modern. We also provide custom gamemodes like Kingdoms (a custom take on the popular factions gamemode) and we like to run a wide variety of events.Our gamemodes: – Oneblock – Kingdoms – Skyblock – Prison – Creative – Survival – Parkour [NEW]Player Statistics: https://www.mcfoxcraft.com/stats/ IP: play.foxcraft.net Forums: www.mcfoxcraft.com Store: store.foxcraft.net

pog.foxcraft.net

Dreamerz Network

Anarchy, Economy, LifeSteal, Survival

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play.dreamers.fun

SunRealms

Economy, Mini Games, OneBlock, Prison, PvE, Roleplay, Skyblock

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SunRealms is a server with a very friendly community where staff is always ready to help you on your journey. The server features gamemodes like Generators, Dungeons, Prisons and with more coming soon! » Server IP: mp.sunrealms.net » Bedrock Port: 19132 » Discord: discord.gg/sunrealms – BEDROCK SUPPORTED We are a crossplay network, which means we support both Java Edition and Bedrock Edition. You can play on all devices such as PC, Phone, iPad, Switch, Xbox and more!» Generators » Dungeons » Prison » Coming Soon

ms.SunRealms.net:20001

Ace MC

Cross-Play, Economy, PvE, PvP, Survival, Survival Games, Vanilla

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Welcome to our BRAND NEW 1.20 Survival Server! BEDROCK COMPATIBLE! It’s just been released, and we couldn’t be more excited to have you join us on this incredible journey!IP: mc.acemc.co Bedrock Port: 19132Join our Discord community at discord.acemc.org and become a part of the Ace MC family. We’re not just a server; we’re a place where you can make new friends, create your very own warps, find your dream job, build your wealth, unwind, and simply have a blast! We’d love for you to be one of our original pioneers and experience the magic from the very beginning.If you’re in search of the perfect place to enjoy pure survival gameplay, connect with like-minded individuals, and have an amazing time, look no further! Our server boasts a warm and welcoming community, a robust land-claim system to protect your creations, custom fishing and farming experiences that’ll have you hooked, as well as an array of engaging quests and ranks. It’s everything you need for a fantastic adventure!Come on in, and let’s make unforgettable memories together!

mc.acemc.co

CraftYourTown

Cross-Play, Parkour, PvE, PvP, Skyblock, Survival, Towny

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CraftYourTown: Build Your Dream World!Bedrock IP is the same as Java, use port 19132Welcome to CraftYourTown, the best Minecraft server for adventurers like you! Join our friendly community of builders, crafters, and explorers, and let your creativity soar! Design amazing towns, embark on epic quests, and discover hidden treasures with your new pals. With lag-free gameplay, awesome events, and regular updates, there’s always something exciting to do! So grab your pickaxe, put on your adventurer’s hat, and come create magic at CraftYourTown!Why Join? Creative builders, crafters, and explorers, welcome! Endless adventures and epic quests await you! Keep Inventory is enabled, no losing all your progress! Design incredible towns and explore with friends! Battle custom mobs and unlock unique gadgets! Custom tools and stylish cosmetic skins to stand out! Be part of a community where your voice matters!

org.cyt.gg

InvadedLands

KitPvP, Skyblock, Survival

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InvadedLands is a network which consists of the following gamemodes:* KitPvP * Skyblock * SurvivalTo learn more, visit our website at invadedlands.net, or join the server at invadedlands.net!

play.invadedlands.net

Safe Survival

PvE, PvP, Survival, Vanilla

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Come join the best Semi Vanilla Survival Server! Keep Inventory – SMP – Land Claims – Community! Supports Bedrock / Java Crossplay! We are a non-hub server that offers a quick start to play multiplayer Minecraft survival in a single player-like setting and run a high end server to ensure there is no lag.Number 1 Rated Semi-Vanilla Server on MCSL for over 6 years!Survival has never been easier to start, you can begin right away after walking 200 blocks from spawn or using the random teleport provided. You no longer have to worry about spawning in a massive hub or spending a half hour figuring out how to play survival. Our spawn is a very simple, but useful place filled with item shops, warps, and more!We have Grief Prevention Land Claiming, and use the additional commands spawn, sethome, and home so you can get back to your build whenever you want. Keep inventory is on.Safe Survival has a welcoming, kind, and social community. We want to provide a fun and classic Minecraft experience where you can build and explore like you’re in single player. Our server is filled with the beautiful builds made by our players who will share your love for the game.Over 400000 players have joined!

mc.safesurvival.net

SwanCraft

PvE, Survival, Vanilla

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Spread your wings and fly home to SwanCraft!In a world full of soulless Minecraft Networks and “one-size-fits-all” hub servers, SwanCraft aims to give you something different: a place to call home. Our close-knit community is ready to welcome you into our family!–Features– With Semi-Van Nostalgic SMP Play Style Close-knit Community Collectible Series Events Grief Prevention NO economy plugins – Economy is entirely item basedNO Towny | NO MCMMO | NO Factions | NO Keep Inventory | NO Chat Reporting WE ARE NOT A HUB SERVER

ms.swancraftmc.com

Performium

Factions, MCMMO, Mini Games, PvP, Skyblock, Survival

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Join in the first public Minecraft Among Us in Minecraft server! Play as the imposter or a crewmate. Complete tasks and win, or kill all crewmates in order to survive! We also have Randomizer and Regular UHC, and many more minigames! Join YouTubers DoniBobes and RGA Minecraft on a server where you can get free ranks, play with youtubers, and much more!

Join.Performium.co

PokeLeague

Economy, Pixelmon, Survival

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pokeleague.net

PotionMc

LifeSteal

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PotionMC is a new Minecraft Lifesteal SMP with much fun stuff to do. We have custom plugins and items in-game for you to never ever get bored, Thanks for helping us!PotionMC is a new Minecraft Lifesteal SMP with much fun stuff to do. We have custom plugins and items in-game for you to never ever get bored, Thanks for helping us!

play.potionmc.xyz

Arefy Network

Prison, PvP, Skyblock, Survival

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Arefy Network is a network of Minecraft servers that has been around since January of 2014. We have experience with hosting fun, popular Minecraft servers!Our current servers: – Prison – SkyBlock – SurvivalJoin now at arefy.net

play.arefy.net

Players:	94/1000	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Crystal Caves Mapped:	3	Enchantments Applied:	237
Epic Mounts Acquired:	5	Nightmare Scenarios Survived:	3
Invisible Walls Found:	3	Forbidden Relics Collected:	9
Chaos Gates Opened:	2	Volcanoes Explored:	2
Teleportation Mishaps:	4	Mythical Swords Crafted:	90
Dragons Tamed:	4	Titanic Battles Fought:	27
Cozy Campfires Lit:	10	Time-Traveling Monkeys Met:	3

Players:	101/800	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Eternal Flames Captured:	3	Celestial Blades Sharpened:	9
Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	4	Love Letters Sent:	4
Astral Projections Made:	0	Blood Moons Survived:	0
Glitched Entities Encountered:	0	Legendary Items Repaired:	3
Epic Shields Constructed:	10	Lunar Scepters Activated:	10
Storm Giants Negotiated With:	1	Star Shards Collected:	246
Farms Harvested:	184	Falling into the Void:	2

Players:	98/900	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Invisible Pathways Walked:	5	Legendary Titles Earned:	2
Fairy Circles Danced In:	5	Dimension-Hopping Bunnies Found:	1
Infinity Stones Found:	2	Hidden Sanctuaries Discovered:	1
Enchanted Tomes Discovered:	163	Crystal Palaces Visited:	2
Divine Spears Created:	11	Cursed Villages Purged:	3
Astral Amulets Crafted:	18	Divine Relics Bestowed:	13
Heavenly Choirs Heard:	6	Emeralds Found:	8683

Players:	91/800	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.0 / 5
Gryphons Tamed:	2	Cursed Swords Broken:	1
Voidwalker Blades Crafted:	3	Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	2
Fabled Crowns Discovered:	4	Unbreakable Chains Forged:	2
Void Armor Forged:	10	Giant Mushrooms Cultivated:	10
Corrupted Trees Chopped:	2	World-Altering Spells Cast:	0
Nightmare Scenarios Survived:	1	Magic Scrolls Discovered:	7
Inescapable Mazes Solved:	2	Celestial Gardens Planted:	7

Players:	107/800	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Legendary Titles Earned:	1	Rune Stones Activated:	2
Ethereal Couriers Hired:	2	Endless Staircases Climbed:	2
Spells Gone Horribly Wrong:	4	Evil Twin Fights:	4
Interstellar Fungi Gathered:	2	Parallel Universes Unraveled:	1
Gods Slained:	2	Chaos Gates Opened:	0
Interdimensional Bake Sales Hosted:	2	Flesh-Eating Plants Grown:	2
Cursed Villages Purged:	4	Epic Weapons Forged:	5

Players:	90/800	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.7 / 5
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	45	Enchanted Weapons Reforged:	5
Enchanted Forests Planted:	8	Holy Grails Found:	2
Chaos Orbs Controlled:	6	Alien Abductions:	0
Heavenly Choirs Heard:	5	Infinity Stones Found:	2
Ghost Miner’s Tools Found:	6	Wizards Turned into Frogs:	2
Star Shards Collected:	198	Chaos Gates Opened:	0
Elemental Forces Harnessed:	3	Ender Pearl Glitches:	4

Players:	98/600	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.0 / 5
Cursed Biomes Uncovered:	10	Astral Mages Summoned:	1
Horror Stories Survived:	7	Ender Chest Mysteries Uncovered:	4
Magical Frogs Kissed:	4	Magical Familiars Summoned:	1
Crystal Palaces Visited:	1	Dragonkin Hatched:	5
Animals Bred:	93	Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	3
Eternal Flames Captured:	5	Underground Cities Explored:	1
Omnipotent Charms Created:	4	Infinite Doors Opened:	1

Players:	110/200	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Infinity Gauntlets Forged:	0	Vanishing Structures Built:	1
Haunted Mirrors Gazed Into:	2	Heavenly Choirs Heard:	7
Cosmic Entities Communed With:	2	Haunted Chests Opened:	5
Enchanted Teapots Collected:	17	Mythical Beasts Vanquished:	0
Mythical Creatures Tamed:	4	Soulbound Rings Equipped:	15
Legendary Items Repaired:	4	Falling into the Void:	1
Endless Legions Commanded:	20	Enchanted Armories Found:	2

Players:	91/300	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Warlock Pacts Sealed:	3	Cuddly Creatures Pet:	17
Legendary Scepters Created:	5	Chaos Orbs Controlled:	10
Celestial Gardens Planted:	7	Battle Standards Raised:	10
Mystic Runes Engraved:	4	Cursed Lands Purified:	9
Infinity Gauntlets Forged:	0	Eldritch Scrolls Read:	4
Cozy Campfires Lit:	6	Wailing Winds Heard:	3
Villages Defended:	10	Soul Contracts Signed:	2

Players:	107/600	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Crystal Wands Charged:	19	Celestial Blades Sharpened:	13
Enchanted Weapons Reforged:	7	Duplicated Mobs Battled:	2
Evil Lairs Raided:	7	Cursed Scrolls Read:	1
Enchanted Forests Planted:	10	Mythical Creatures Tamed:	2
Parallel Universes Unraveled:	2	Crops Grown:	3589
Soul Swords Wielded:	6	Powerful Allies Recruited:	3
Wilderness Tamed:	19	Divine Relics Bestowed:	7

Players:	109/1000	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Legendary Items Repaired:	7	Epic Mounts Acquired:	3
Storm Giants Negotiated With:	0	Warrior Spirits Summoned:	34
Cozy Campfires Lit:	18	Secret Passages Found:	4
Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	1	Godly Talismans Bestowed:	17
Villages Defended:	6	Eerie Music Discs Played:	2
Mythical Beasts Vanquished:	1	Void Gems Collected:	26
Fabled Crowns Discovered:	8	Infinite Doors Opened:	3

Players:	91/100	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Legendary Titles Earned:	2	Players Killed by Monsters:	2646
Alternate Realities Explored:	3	Eldritch Medallions Worn:	5
Astral Staffs Crafted:	20	Portal Loops Escaped:	2
Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	5	Enchanted Armories Found:	9
Reality Warps Survived:	1	Dragons Tamed:	2
Corrupted Trees Chopped:	4	Inescapable Mazes Solved:	1
Powerful Allies Recruited:	5	Epic Mounts Acquired:	7

Players:	103/100	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Celestial Dragons Tamed:	3	Enchantments Applied:	238
Crystal Palaces Visited:	1	Animals Bred:	49
Godly Talismans Bestowed:	19	Magic Crystals Found:	19
Pirate Ghost Ships Conquered:	1	Titan Hearts Harvested:	3
Corrupted Chunks Fixed:	2	Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	3
Gnome Villages Protected:	8	Phantom Blocks Placed:	5
Eldritch Medallions Worn:	12	Crystal Wands Charged:	20

Players:	91/600	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Soul Swords Wielded:	4	Players Killed by Monsters:	6346
Celestial Beings Befriended:	4	Endless Legions Commanded:	43
Dragons Tamed:	7	Ghostly Villagers Traded With:	1
Interstellar Fungi Gathered:	2	Eldritch Medallions Worn:	10
Ender Dragon Reincarnations:	2	Corrupted Trees Chopped:	3
Titanic Relics Retrieved:	5	Forbidden Doors Opened:	3
Cursed Diamonds Mined:	1	Emeralds Found:	1656

Players:	107/200	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	5.0 / 5
Spectral Entities Defeated:	4	Magic Scrolls Discovered:	9
Shattered Realms Restored:	1	Herobrine Sightings:	7
Cozy Campfires Lit:	20	Inverted Worlds Discovered:	0
Forbidden Grimoires Read:	1	Celestial Blades Sharpened:	15
Unique Catgirls Spotted:	11	Unicorn Parades Witnessed:	3
Unbreakable Curses Broken:	2	Witch’s Brew Drunk:	19
Legendary Heroes Trained:	3	Cursed Statues Activated:	4

Players:	101/600	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Forbidden Relics Collected:	1	Storm Giants Negotiated With:	0
Arcane Secrets Unlocked:	17	Ancient Ruins Explored:	3
Hedge Mazes Navigated:	7	Magic Wands Crafted:	11
Cursed Villages Purged:	3	Eldritch Medallions Worn:	15
Meteorites Collected:	4	Werewolf Howls Heard:	4
Cursed Lands Purified:	3	Inverted Worlds Discovered:	1
Epic Mounts Acquired:	6	Pirate Ships Captured:	0