This server feels like old school Minecraft but with friends. It is a simple survival smp and the whole thing is focused on just playing the game.
There are only minimal plugins so there is no weird extra stuff or huge custom systems. It really feels like normal Minecraft but with a community around you.
The server is made for long term survival so you can actually build big bases and stay for a while. People who join seem to want a chill place and not a super sweaty or crazy server.
If you want a clean survival world and just want to vibe and play without a ton of bloat this fits that style a lot.
Cozy-Craft Relaxed Semi-Vanilla SMP
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPKanzo MC Survival Crossplay Economy
Kanzo MC is a chill survival server where you can just relax and play. It has normal survival so you can build farms explore and make your own base.
The server has home and chest protection so your stuff stays safe. There are player shops trading towns jobs and an economy so you can earn money and buy or sell things with other players.
Both Java and Bedrock can join and cracked Minecraft is allowed so you do not need a premium account. The server runs on version 1.21.10 for both Java and Bedrock.
The community feels friendly and open to everyone so it is a good place if you want a simple survival world with some extra features but not tons of crazy plugins.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPPotatoSMP Semi Vanilla Survival 1.21.10
PotatoSMP is a semi vanilla survival server that feels really clean and simple but still has all the useful stuff players like.
It runs on version 1.21.10 Java and sticks pretty close to normal Minecraft survival. There is no pay to win and the goal is fair gameplay and a friendly community.
The server has duels for fair 1v1 fights and an RTP command so you can start your adventure in a random place fast. There is a global shop and a sell menu so trading and selling items is easy. You can earn money with jobs and use a player based economy with trading and withdraw notes.
There is also an auction house so you can sell rare items to everyone on the server. Kits help you start and progress a bit smoother. A TPA system lets you teleport to friends so playing together is simple.
The server uses anti cheat to keep things fair and has a scoreboard that shows stats balance and server info while you play. It is made for players who like long term progression whether you build grind pvp or just explore.
Overall PotatoSMP feels like a calm survival world with quality of life features and a focus on fairness and community.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPOrdinary SMP – Cozy Vanilla Java World
Ordinary SMP is a vanilla Java survival server that feels like a small friendly town. It is whitelisted so the community stays respectful and chill and people actually care about their builds.
The server is always updated and right now it runs on version 1.21.11 with all the new features. It has grief protection using tools that let staff check player activity so if someone steals or breaks stuff they can see what happened and help fix it.
There is a tight knit group of players from different places who like to build explore and work together on community projects. There are server wide events like pvp fights building contests and big group builds so there is usually something going on if you want to join in.
The server has an interactive world map so you can see the world from your browser. It also uses voice chat and custom audio so talking and hanging out in game feels more like you are actually all together.
There is a custom resource pack with special cosmetics trophies and event rewards to fit the HermitCraft style theme. Players can even suggest ideas for new custom items which makes it feel more personal.
If you like vanilla survival with a safe base and a friendly group to play with and you just want to build explore or vibe then Ordinary SMP is a good place to call home.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPMineRealm SMP Classic Semi-Vanilla Survival
This server is called MineRealm and it is one of the longest running SMP servers I have seen. It has been online since 2010 and more than two hundred thousand players have joined over the years. The world is smaller at first and slowly expands so new land always uses the latest Minecraft version.
The gameplay is focused on survival and is fully legit. There is no pay to win and no item spawning. Everything you see was gathered and built by players. There are no fancy spawned in hubs or prefab structures so the whole world feels really player made.
MineRealm uses a classic plot system and grief protection so your builds stay safe. They have their own protection plugin and also use CoreProtect so griefing is not really a thing here. The server tries to stay close to vanilla but adds a few custom plugins to make community stuff and long term survival feel better.
Another cool thing is they do not reset the world. So if you build something big it will stay there for the long run. There is also public infrastructure already developed to help new and old players travel and grow.
Overall the community feels dedicated and welcoming and the server is made for people who like long term survival and a stable world that does not just restart all the time.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPPolbloco SlimeFun Geopolitics Towny PvP
Polbloco is a survival server that feels like a full Minecraft world with a lot of stuff to do. It uses SlimeFun so you get a bunch of extra items and machines and new ways to evolve your gameplay. There is also a special mining system called Minetorio that makes mining and automation feel different from normal.
The server has a unique gladiator system so players who like pvp get proper battles instead of random chaos. There is an active economy with player shops where people trade and build up their money over time. Every week there are events and special rewards so the world does not feel dead or boring.
Polbloco runs on a stable host so it does not lag all the time and the staff team actually hangs out on the server and helps people. The community is pretty active and new players keep joining so there are always people to talk to or fight.
The coolest part is the geopolitics with Towny and sieges. You can create your own territory build a town form alliances and go to war with other groups. It feels like a mix of building fighting and strategy all in one server.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPUpfluenceMC Skyblock Fresh No P2W
UpfluenceMC is a brand new skyblock server that just opened and it feels really fresh. It is all about starting on your own island and building it up while you level and progress.
The server has dungeons and quests so you are not just sitting on your island all day. You can run through challenges and earn special rewards which makes the gameplay feel more like an adventure.
There is also an economy and jobs system. You can pick different ways to earn money and then use that cash in shops. It feels like everyone can find their own role whether you like grinding or just trading.
The server is cross play so both Java and Bedrock players can join together. It is made to be relaxed and community focused so it does not feel super sweaty.
They clearly say it has no pay to win stuff so progression feels fair. It really looks like a good place if you want a fresh start on a new skyblock world with constant updates coming in.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPValley Craft SMP Community Survival
The Valley Craft SMP is a new survival multiplayer server with a custom plugin and a really active community.
From what I see the server is focused on having fun together and growing fast. The world is pretty fresh since they opened only a few days ago so you can still start with everyone else and not feel behind.
They use an easy application system that is made to take like one to three minutes. You do not need to be a content creator to join which is nice. If you are a content creator there is a special role that lets you get in right away and start recording or streaming.
The community also likes to hang out on other servers like Hypixel and do events together so it feels more like a friend group than just a random SMP.
The server is planned to start around December 20th or 21st and applications are already open so people can get ready before it fully launches.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCollideCraft Time-Zero Lifesteal SMP
This server is called CollideCraft Season 3 Time Zero and it feels really intense. You crash in a broken world and nothing is easy at all. The dimension is messed up space is tight and resources are hard to find so you actually have to fight to survive.
It is a semi vanilla SMP with lite lore so it still feels like normal Minecraft but the story and world are a little twisted. Time does not feel right and the environment is unstable so you always feel a bit on edge.
There is lifesteal so every fight actually matters. People can form alliances and factions so you never know who you can really trust. Players also get to choose some of the plugins so the community helps shape how the server plays.
They run frequent events and the owner says there is more hidden under the surface so it sounds like you discover stuff as you go. It really feels like a place where survival is earned not just given.
Season 3 Time Zero launches on December 22 and you can join early to secure a whitelist spot before it fills up.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPEverbloom SMP Semi-Vanilla Survival Worlds
Everbloom SMP is a survival server that has two different worlds so you can pick how you want to play.
The standard SMP world is for players who like more intense survival. Farming is fully supported and redstone is allowed. You can even go on the nether roof. PvP and raiding are turned on so you always have to watch your back. The world has a 75k border and the server aims to stay lag free and stable.
The casual SMP world is way more relaxed. It is made for chill builders and explorers and anyone who just wants peaceful survival. There are custom terrains and structures but it still feels close to vanilla. PvP is off and there is no griefing and no raiding at all. You can just build and farm and create stuff with friendly players.
The community vibe is relaxed and wholesome and it focuses on creativity and cooperation. The server is crossplay so both Java and Bedrock players can join and play together.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP