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.

SonoraBuild

SonoraBuild is a Survival MCMMO server with 100% custom terrain based on the American Southwest, with some other North American terrain to match! Come and discover a world full of surprises you won’t find in normal Minecraft. Keep in mind we’re still heavily under construction and features are being added pretty much every day!!! Try to best other players by climbing our custom branching rank tree and working up through the economy. Maybe you’ll be at the top of our leaderboards?

mc.sonorabuild.net

KingSMP

LifeSteal, PvP, Survival, Survival Games

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Free to play Lifesteal and Events server – join in our regular events and youtube streams (@kingraghvr01) for giveaways, prizes and fun!We work hard to keep the server up to date and always do our best to incorporate player requests!

KingSMP.net

SiriusMC

Economy, FTB, PvE, PvP, Survival, Tekkit

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Play.SiriusMC.net

Altitude Community

Creative, Economy, MCMMO, PvE, Survival

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Altitude is the best survival community for 1.20! Grab some friends, or make some new ones, and enjoy an awesome survival experience! Welcome to our tight-knit community!We host four survival servers synced together so that you can switch between them and take your inventory, McMMO levels, MyPets, and economy money with you! Play on one server or all of them, and meet tons of awesome people to help you on your survival adventure.Each server features a unique seed and community – but the features are the same: we have McMMO, MyPet, Dynmap, land claiming, an in-game currency economy, and PvP can be toggled on/off. We also reset the end world each month!

play.alttd.com

LusiadasCraft

Survival

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The LusíadasCraft server was created in 2023 by a group of friends who have been playing together for a few years and decided to create a server for the community. This is a server focused on Portuguese culture and folklore, where you can have fun alone or with your friends! This server has some mechanics such as: – Customized fishing (A different fishing system than usual) – Mcmmo (A skill system already known by many) – Clans (Players can choose to group themselves into a clan) – Claims (To help protect the community) – Selling Wands (A more simplified item selling system) – Vending items (A vending item) – Different mob spawners (types of mob spawners other than vanilla ones) – Customized Items (Non-vanilla items) – Customized resource map (Map focused on exploration) And much more! Join us at mc.LusiadasCraft.pt!

mc.lusiadascraft.com

HoloCraft SEA

Skyblock, Survival, Vanilla

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Welcome to Holocraft! We’re a small but friendly active server, the main purpose is to provide a relax and enjoyable experience for our players! We target to be one of the best minecraft server with a large variety of game modes for you and your friend or family to enjoy.• Survival – 1.19.2 – dungeon – pvp – economy • Skyblock – 1.19.2 • Vanilla – 1.19.2 • Bedwar- Coming soon • Prison- Coming soon • Factions – Coming soonIP Address: play.holocraft.xyz Website: https://www.holocraft.xyz Store: https://holocraft-sea.tebex.io/ Discord: https://discord.gg/MaZzQpCCqfConnect to this Minecraft server using 1.8 to 1.19.2 client version using the ip play.holocraft.xyz

play.holocraft.xyz

Universal

LifeSteal, PvP

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Experience the ultimate Minecraft adventure on the PVP and Lifesteal Server!INDIA MOST FAMOUS SERVER, here you can learn pvp And show your skills OF building,pvp and creativity SO why are you waiting JOIN NOW!!

universalmc.fun:25806

MineWave

Economy, LifeSteal, OneBlock, Survival

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MineWave is a network featuring survival and competitive gamemodes such as Lifesteal, EarthSMP and OneBlock!JOIN MINEWAVE Java IP – minewave.netJOIN MINEWAVE FOR BEDROCK USER Bedrock IP – br.minewave.net Port – 19132

minewave.net

AnubisMC

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

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We’re running Pixelmon Reforged v9.1.6Use our Technic Modpack to join us: https://anubismc.com/modpackIf you’re having any issues, hop into our Discord for assistance: https://discord.gg/anubismc

play.anubismc.com

Empire Minecraft

Economy, PvE, Survival, Vanilla

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Empire Minecraft is far from your average Minecraft server. With a unique combination of PROTECTED town plots, wilderness outposts with optional ANTI-GRIEF PROTECTION, and a player-focused ECONOMY system, there is something for every player to enjoy.The base of our server remains closely tied to vanilla survival. Most changes and features coded by our experienced developer team are optional. These include custom mobs, drops, and difficulty settings to enhance gameplay for those wanting a little more of a challenge above the usual survival gameplay. Dial these settings down and enjoy a relaxing gameplay experience in instead. With something for everyone, you play YOUR way.We are proud to be Family Friendly and non-PvP, with settings that can be customized to fit every player experience level and mature staff who monitor the server 24/7. You won’t find another server like us. Come join our awesome community today!

play.emc.gs

MineGen

Economy, Skyblock, Survival

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Come play on MineGens, is a server with unique gameplay rarely seen on minecraft which is usually called a generator, Make passive income on your island by upgrading your generators, Explore a quest line by completing quests and getting rewards, Use farming and fishing to level up, you can also get personal benefits on the server This is by buying the available rank on the server, never seen before custom features on Minecraft!What makes this server special ? MineGens presents a minecraft server with a new genre that you may have never seen before, namely “Generators”. The point of this genre is that you can buy a generator at the shop and develop it into a generator level above it. At the beginning you will have 25 generator slots that you can install on your island, if you are still confused, you can try it yourself.

minegens.id

MineLucky

Economy, Prison, PvP

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MineLucky is a fresh take on the OP prison game mode. Join now with org.minelucky.net for Java and bedrock.minelucky.net (Port: 19132) for Bedrock.

org.minelucky.net

PotterworldMC

Mini Games, Parkour, PvE, PvP, Roleplay, Vanilla

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Hello, magical folk, and welcome to Potterworld! You’ll fight in duels, brew potions, complete magical challenges, interact with your friends, and explore the magical world – all through Minecraft!We are proud to be a global, family-friendly server. You can join us with a Minecraft: Java Edition account on versions 1.10 to 1.13.2 using the IP address play.potterworldmc.com. The server runs with plugins, so no mods are needed.Our custom resource pack will download automagically. All you must do is click “Yes” when it asks for your permission in-game. Please ensure that the “Server Resource Packs” setting is set to “Enabled” or “Prompt” in the server settings before connecting to the server. Otherwise, the download will fail.Join us for an exciting and magical experience!Potterworld or Droobledore LLC is not in any way affiliated with Mojang AB, J.K. Rowling, Warner Brothers or any company, copyright or trademark.

play.potterworldmc.com

The Seed

Economy, Hardcore, PvE, Roleplay, Survival, Vanilla

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The Seed was created with one thing in mind – Minecraft. For the players that are looking for a server that has countless custom-coded features, The Seed isn’t for you. While we do have custom features, our goal is to keep The Seed simple and community-based for those that just want to play Minecraft with friends. So, here’s what we offer:– Player Shops | Anybody and everybody is allowed to create their own shop – Player Warps | Once you are a Nomad (play for one hour), you can create public warps – User-Friendly Land Claiming | Protect your property with ease – Rank promotions for playing on the server | Each Rank has it’s own upgrades – Pets | Every player is able to tame their own pet by killing any animal with a lead – Player-Driven Economy | The Seed sells a limited amount of items at it’s shop. Go buy and sell from other players! – Friendly Community | Although we are a new server, we encourage our future players to be mature, respectful, and friendly!

play.theseedmc.com

Imagine Fun

Economy, Mini Games, Parkour, Roleplay

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Welcome to Imagine Fun.The most realistic Disneyland in Anaheim recreation you can possibly imagine. Tons of players and tons of items to collect and trade! Come try out all of the rides and meet new friends.

mc.imaginefun.net

DeathZone Network

Factions, KitPvP, Pixelmon, Prison, PvP, Skyblock, Survival

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3) NON-PREMIUM and PREMIUM + ALL VERSIONS [1.7x – 1.20x] -> ENTRY TUTORIAL: https://youtu.be/YdPx2zaN5iU-> IP NORMAL: deathzone.net | Puerto: 25565 -> IP BEDROCK: deathzone.net | Puerto : 19132 -> STORE: https://tienda.deathzone.net/ -> DISCORD: https://discord.deathzone.net/

mc.deathzone.club

Players:	100/200	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Mystical Amulets Crafted:	35	Enchanted Armories Found:	7
Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	3	Talking Trees Consulted:	6
Lost Souls Rescued:	4	Soulbound Rings Equipped:	5
Underground Cities Explored:	5	Unholy Rituals Interrupted:	2
Evil Lairs Raided:	3	Backwards Speech Heard:	4
Alien Abductions:	1	Titan Hearts Harvested:	4
Orbs of Power Found:	10	Glorious Feasts Held:	5

Players:	96/1000	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Cursed Statues Activated:	4	Haunted Chests Opened:	5
Dragon Hoards Looted:	1	Reality Distortions Fixed:	1
Soul Swords Wielded:	6	Dark Rituals Completed:	9
Elemental Crystals Collected:	77	Warrior Spirits Summoned:	26
Dragon Eggs Found:	9793	Twisted Realms Survived:	3
Inverted Worlds Discovered:	0	Ethereal Dreams Experienced:	11
Mysterious Portals Opened:	17	Hidden Villages Discovered:	2

Players:	94/500	Uptime:	100%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Horror Stories Survived:	1	Runic Tablets Deciphered:	28
Cursed Villages Purged:	1	Magical Beanstalks Grown:	3
Titanic Relics Retrieved:	3	Necronomicon Pages Collected:	8
Ether Blades Crafted:	6	Infinite Knowledge Scrolls Discovered:	3
Cursed Amulets Found:	4	Hedge Mazes Navigated:	11
Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	5	Mystical Artifacts Crafted:	6
Ancient Dragons Awakened:	0	Dragons Tamed:	6

Players:	91/400	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.2 / 5
Mines Excavated:	4777	Meteor Showers Witnessed:	2
Glowing Eyes in the Dark:	6	Mystic Runes Engraved:	6
Enchanted Tomes Discovered:	136	Elemental Crystals Collected:	41
Heroic Legacies Created:	2	Dragonkin Hatched:	3
Epic Weapons Forged:	2	Gods Slained:	2
Magic Wands Crafted:	5	Cursed Villages Purged:	1
Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	4	Villages Defended:	17

Players:	96/600	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Ancient Relics Unearthed:	185	Enchanted Tomes Discovered:	67
Cosmic Pies Baked:	6	Magical Frogs Kissed:	7
Phantom Rings Equipped:	13	Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	3
Crops Grown:	1021	Meteor Showers Witnessed:	2
Dimensional Rifts Closed:	4	Dragon Scales Harvested:	485
Mysterious Portals Opened:	7	Unbreakable Chains Forged:	3
Runes Activated:	1	Goblin Markets Raided:	4

Players:	105/200	Uptime:	98%
Rating:	4.4 / 5
Astral Amulets Crafted:	18	Talking Trees Consulted:	5
Reality Warps Survived:	2	Animals Bred:	192
Cursed Lands Purified:	9	Heroic Deeds Celebrated:	12
Mystical Amulets Crafted:	39	Fabled Crowns Discovered:	8
Zombie Dances:	3	Epic Shields Constructed:	15
Cursed Amulets Found:	2	Werewolf Howls Heard:	2
Arcane Towers Raised:	4	Dragonfire Shields Forged:	6

Players:	97/600	Uptime:	96%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Sentient Weapons Trained:	3	Soul Swords Wielded:	4
Dimensional Collapse Prevented:	1	Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	2
Endless Mazes Conquered:	2	Invisible Walls Found:	4
Dragons Adopted as Pets:	1	Royal Courts Attended:	2
Cryptic Prophecies Deciphered:	2	Mythical Swords Crafted:	32
Runes Activated:	1	Magical Beanstalks Grown:	1
Unicorn Sightings:	1	Living Statues Befriended:	0

Players:	94/800	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Shadow Daggers Crafted:	49	Horror Stories Survived:	2
Paranormal Events Investigated:	1	Divine Relics Bestowed:	5
Interdimensional Bake Sales Hosted:	2	Soul Swords Wielded:	1
Whimsical Tea Parties Held:	7	Meteorites Collected:	1
Epic Mounts Acquired:	4	Astral Projections Made:	3
Divine Scrolls Written:	21	Ethereal Couriers Hired:	2
Ancient Guardians Awoken:	3	Gods Slained:	1

Players:	99/100	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.9 / 5
Cursed Artifacts Uncovered:	3	Enchantments Applied:	145
Epic Battles Fought:	13	Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	0
Cosmic Entities Communed With:	1	Magical Ponies Rescued:	6
Infinite Doors Opened:	1	Leprechaun Gold Stolen:	2
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	45	Dragon Hoards Looted:	2
Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	4	Immortal Potions Brewed:	3
Eclipse Rings Activated:	1	Shadow Wolves Tamed:	1

Players:	106/900	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Corrupted Trees Chopped:	2	Love Letters Sent:	4
Nightmare Scenarios Survived:	2	Mysterious Portals Opened:	20
Cursed Gauntlets Discovered:	8	New Chunks Explored:	708146
Eldritch Abominations Befriended:	1	Wizards Turned into Frogs:	1
Dragon Eggs Hatched:	2	Unique Catgirls Spotted:	2
Unsolvable Puzzles Solved:	4	Talking Trees Consulted:	2
Epic Battles Fought:	15	Fabled Crowns Discovered:	6

Players:	93/600	Uptime:	97%
Rating:	5.0 / 5
Forbidden Doors Opened:	3	Magical Carpet Rides Taken:	1
Phantom Horses Ridden:	1	Legendary Heroes Trained:	1
God-Killer Bows Constructed:	10	Corrupted Trees Chopped:	4
Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	3	Reality Distortions Fixed:	1
Curse of Binding Applied:	5	Glorious Feasts Held:	11
Hidden Villages Discovered:	2	Enchanted Forests Planted:	5
Dragons Tamed:	6	Enchantments Applied:	131

Players:	104/700	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.8 / 5
Crystal Palaces Visited:	2	Necronomicon Pages Collected:	4
Cuddly Creatures Pet:	23	Haunted Redstone Contraptions Built:	7
Enchanted Armories Found:	9	Eldritch Scrolls Read:	7
Heroic Deeds Celebrated:	12	Ender Chest Mysteries Uncovered:	4
Darkness Engulfments Escaped:	2	Shadow Realms Conquered:	1
Sunfire Helmets Forged:	7	New Chunks Explored:	955351
Invisible Walls Found:	2	Haunted Strongholds Conquered:	3

Players:	105/600	Uptime:	99%
Rating:	4.6 / 5
Undead Armies Raised:	1	Nether Portals Gone Wrong:	1
Celestial Blades Sharpened:	6	Soulbound Rings Equipped:	12
Legendary Armor Sets Assembled:	24	Legendary Scepters Created:	6
Reality Distortions Fixed:	2	Gorgon Shields Crafted:	2
Runes Activated:	2	Holy Grails Found:	3
Mimic Chests Discovered:	3	Witch’s Brew Drunk:	8
Eldritch Beasts Summoned:	0	Teleportation Mishaps:	2

Players:	104/300	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.3 / 5
Soul Contracts Signed:	2	Galactic Jellyfish Caught:	1
Lost Souls Rescued:	3	Eternal Flames Captured:	5
Haunted Redstone Contraptions Built:	6	Eldritch Medallions Worn:	9
Warrior Spirits Summoned:	29	Inverted Worlds Discovered:	2
Treasure Maps Found:	11	God-Killer Bows Constructed:	10
Eldritch Scrolls Read:	6	Ancient Ruins Explored:	1
Time-Warping Watches Found:	2	Phantom Horses Ridden:	4

Players:	109/300	Uptime:	95%
Rating:	4.1 / 5
Ethereal Couriers Hired:	4	Epic Shields Constructed:	34
Legendary Scepters Created:	4	Forbidden Relics Collected:	2
Paranormal Events Investigated:	1	Underground Cities Explored:	1
Dragon Scales Harvested:	317	Eldritch Scrolls Read:	5
Wilderness Tamed:	17	Unbreakable Curses Broken:	1
Goblin Armies Outwitted:	3	Reality-Warping Charms Crafted:	4
Cuddly Creatures Pet:	42	Interdimensional Bake Sales Hosted:	2