I found a small semi vanilla SMP that is in testing right now
The server is not fully started yet and they plan to begin in about a week
It feels like it is meant for people who want normal survival with a small group and a simple vibe
Semi Vanilla SMP Starting Soon
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSurvive Thrive SMP 17+ Vanilla Plus
Survive and Thrive SMP is a survival server for players ages 17 and up. It supports Java and Bedrock on 1.21.10 and you have to apply to get in.
It is made for people who want a small server that feels casual and laid back. The gameplay is mostly vanilla survival with some quality of life stuff. Players are encouraged to build whatever they want wherever they want and just take their time.
Java players can use Simple Voice Chat for proximity talk which makes it feel more social than only text chat. Bedrock players can still talk too using voice channels so they can speak with Java players.
There are features like instanced chest loot so everyone gets their own loot, instant tree chopping, DeadChest that saves your items after death and does not expire, a Bluemap you can use in a browser, a PvP toggle, armored elytra combining, and mini blocks.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPLuckyGem SMP Fresh Crossplay Semi Vanilla
LuckyGem SMP is a fresh semi vanilla survival server where you can play on Java or Bedrock together. It feels like a new start with a fully custom spawn and lots of places meant for players to use like a shopping district and a nether hub.
The server runs weekly competitions so there is always something to do. The challenges can be stuff like building mining redstone and PvE. Winners get big prizes with rare items and server perks plus bragging rights.
There are custom features too like over 2000 custom advancements and cosmetic datapacks so your character and builds can look more unique. There are also staff collectibles you can gather and if you collect five you can move a spawner to your base.
The economy is player driven and diamond based so trading and running a shop is a big part of the server. The community looks active with a Discord for updates and finding people to play with and staff that listens to feedback.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSwiftServers Free Hosting That Actually Runs
SwiftServers is a free Minecraft hosting platform that is trying to make free hosting not feel terrible. It is meant for people who want to start a vanilla SMP with friends or run a Paper or Spigot server fast.
It uses a custom control panel that was built from scratch and it is made to be lightweight and easy to use. You can deploy a server in seconds and they say you can be ready in under a minute.
They also talk about safety with DDoS protection and a backup system so you can create backups and restore them fast. The free plan lists 1.5 GB dedicated RAM 10 GB NVMe SSD storage an AMD EPYC Rome CPU with 8 cores a 1 Gbit uplink and no player slot cap.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPORIGIN BEDROCK REALM SMP JOIN NOW
I found a Bedrock Realm SMP that has been going strong for over 2 years. It is focused on making good memories and keeping the vibe positive and welcoming.
There is a big and active Discord community with over 1000 members and it keeps growing. They do daily updates and giveaways and they want people to meet new friends and just have fun.
You can join using the Realm code 7nGZzEBXzNxyqw4.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPHermit Style SMP With Proximity Chat
I found a community centered survival server that feels like a Hermitcraft style SMP. It is made by the players for the players and they try hard to keep the vanilla experience.
There is a diamond based economy with a shopping district. People also work on public builds and group projects and a lot of players use proximity chat.
You can use homes and there are some cosmetic and quality of life plugins too. New stuff gets added from community requests and polls.
It is Minecraft 1.21.11 on Java only. The server is whitelisted and it is 18 plus. They usually have around 5 to 20 people online and there are lots of regular players and groups that want new members.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPAnomaly SMP Fresh Lifesteal Launch Soon
Anomaly SMP is a fresh survival multiplayer server that is starting soon and it is built around lifesteal so fights actually matter.
It has anti cheat so the play stays fair and it also has a limit on maces with only 8 total so they stay rare and not everyone can stack them.
If you want a new start and you like PvP with a bit of extra pressure this one looks like it is made for that.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPMirtopia Vanilla++ SMP Recruiting Now
Mirtopia is a brand new Vanilla++ SMP that runs with a big modpack and extra plugins. It is made for players who want survival but with way more to explore.
I noticed it has an economy with territory purchase so you can buy land. There are item shops where you can buy and sell stuff.
The world sounds huge because it adds over 50 new biomes and structures. It also has custom animations plus custom mobs. Dimensions are overhauled too so exploring should feel different.
This server uses NeoForge on 1.21.1 and you need the CurseForge modpack to join.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSemi Vanilla SMP Starting Soon
I found a small semi vanilla SMP that is in testing right now
They plan to start up in about a week so it feels like a fresh start is coming soon
It is meant to be simple survival with a small group vibe while they get things readyGG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSableCraft Long Term Chill SMP
SableCraft is a small semi vanilla SMP that is trying to be a long term survival world. It is not aiming to be some huge public server that resets all the time.
The vibe is chill and respectful and it welcomes builders casual players and creators. It also says no pay to win no anarchy and no drama.
The server direction is meant to be community driven from day 1. They are doing Season 1 player applications and also optional staff applications and they post announcements and updates as things get closer to launch.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP