SurvivalMC is a semi vanilla SMP that tries to feel like normal Minecraft but a bit smoother. It runs on Minecraft 1.21.10 for both Java and Bedrock so lots of people can join.
From what I saw the server adds quality of life plugins and datapacks that do not ruin the normal survival feeling. The goal is to make gameplay better without turning it into a crazy modpack.
The community looks pretty active and friendly. They have a big discord with hundreds of members and the staff team is very active and ready to help players.
The server has been around since July 21st 2020 and they say it is lag free and focused on giving a nice survival experience. They are also celebrating a grand reopening after taking a break to improve things.
They use a plugin called Bluemap so you can check out the world map from the web and see all the builds from above.
If you want a long term semi vanilla survival world with an active community this server feels like a good pick.
SurvivalMC Semi-Vanilla SMP Reopened
Sail the Seas in Sea of Treasures
Sea of Treasures is an open world Minecraft pirate server where you just pick what you want to do. There is no storyline or questline pushing you around so it feels like a big sandbox.
Players can build massive ships and sail across the seas. You can make kingdoms and start crews and get into ship sinking fights.
You can join the Marines and rank up. Or you can become a pirate and hunt for the pirate king tomb to grab the only mace. There are treasures on islands too so exploring can actually pay off.
The server is non profit and it is hosted paid. There are no pay to win lootboxes or items and everything is meant to be earned by playing. Release is planned for June or July.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPJoin Our Beta SMP Mod Test
This is a Beta SMP where people play survival normally while also helping test upcoming Minecraft mods.
The server runs on Fabric 1.21.11 and it is aimed at players who like trying new stuff early then reporting bugs and giving feedback.
The vibe is casual and social not just testing. The main timezone is CET and CEST so it fits best if you are around that schedule.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPLightly Modded SMP PvP Launch Friday
I found a lightly modded SMP where PvP is turned on and people can still just play survival and build.
The server is starting this Friday at 3 PM EST so everyone begins at the same time. You can team up make alliances and also fight sometimes.
They want a competitive but respectful community and they say no toxic chaos. The modpack is simple and you install it with Modrinth and the steps are in their Discord.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSemi Vanilla Survival SMP With Shops
This is a semi vanilla survival SMP where people actually stick around because the community is chill and there is a real economy.
The server uses diamonds as money so trading feels simple. You can claim land with golden shovels so your builds stay safe. There are player shops plus a shops GUI so you can buy and sell without running all over.
Java and Bedrock players can play together. There is also a live world map you can check in a browser. Resource worlds are separate so the main world does not get wrecked.
It is true survival and mostly PvE with no griefing and no keep inventory. There are ranks and vote rewards and weekly events so there is usually something going on.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPSableCraft Long-Term Chill Vanilla SMP
SableCraft is a small semi vanilla survival SMP that is starting from the very beginning. It is made to be long term and not a server that keeps resetting all the time.
The vibe is chill and respectful. Builders casual players and creators are welcome. It is not pay to win and it is not anarchy. They also want no drama and they want the community to help shape what the server becomes from day 1.
They are doing season 1 player applications and even optional staff applications through their Discord. The launch is coming soon so this is a good time to join early.GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP