SwiftServers is a Minecraft hosting platform that is actually free and still feels pro. I checked it out and it lets you spin up a server really fast without needing a credit card or anything weird.
The panel is not the usual old stuff. It is a custom control panel that feels light and easy to use. You can pick between Vanilla Paper or Spigot so it works for normal survival or more plugin based servers.
The hardware looks solid too. Each server gets 1.5 GB of RAM a fast AMD EPYC Rome CPU 10 GB of NVMe SSD storage and a 1 Gbit network uplink. Player slots are not capped so you are not stuck with a small server limit.
They also care about safety with enterprise level DDoS protection and a built in backup system so you can create and restore backups quickly.
Overall it feels like a good place to start a free SMP with friends or test out plugin ideas without worrying about lag or hidden fees.
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CaveMC Season 2 Underground Semi Anarchy
adventure seekersbrutal gameplaycave only worldcompetitive playerscustom dimensionenhanced vanillaexploration heavyhardcore survivallong-term worldloot focusednew seasonno safe zonesopen pvpPlayer Economypvp challengersResource Grindingrisky travelsemi anarchyunderground buildsUnderground Survival
CaveMC Season 2 is a Minecraft server where the entire overworld is underground. There is no normal surface at all. Everything you do happens in huge caves with their own biomes resources and structures.
It is a semi anarchy enhanced vanilla survival server so the world is harsh and survival feels brutal. Grief and PvP are expected so only really smart and tough players last long. There are no easy safe zones and you have to fight for gear and places to live.
The server has custom world generation that was made by real Minecraft developers so the cave world feels huge and different from normal. You explore deep tunnels find resources and build bases all under the ground.
Season 2 also adds the Wasteland Dimension. This is a big new area with its own custom generated map. In the Wasteland you can find brand new powerful gear and really big mega structures full of secrets and loot. There is also a special currency there that creates a new player driven economy and new trade options.
There is a new spawn made for this season that fits the Wasteland theme and gives everyone a fresh start. If you want a tough cave only world with semi anarchy rules and a crazy new dimension this server is made for you.
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StinkyCraft SMP – No Reset Survival Voice
always updatingcasual gameplaychill survivalcustom skillsfriendly communityLaid-back vibeLight Pluginslong-term worldno paywallsno world resetPlayer Economyprotected buildsSemi VanillaSkill Grindingsmall serverSpawner FarmingSurvival FocusSurvival multiplayertop down mapvoice proximity
StinkyCraft SMP is a small survival server that is trying to grow a steady group of regular players. It runs on Java 1.21.8 and the owner keeps it updated to new versions. The cool part is the world is never planned to reset so your builds are meant to last.
The server has Simple Voice Chat so you can talk in game if you install the mod but it is not required to play. There is a skills system called AuraSkills where you grind MMO style skills and unlock special abilities. You can also use SmartSpawners to silk touch spawners and turn them into simple farm setups with a GUI.
There is an economy with a custom shop using EconomyShopGUI so you can buy and sell stuff. GriefPrevention lets you protect your land and your builds if you want or you can play more risky if that is your style. They also use Pl3xMap so you can see a top down view of the big 25000 by 25000 world.
The server has pets custom death messages vote to skip the night daily voting rewards and monthly top voter prizes. There is no pay to win nonsense. The owner is looking for dedicated players who like a long term world and wants to keep the server going as long as possible so people can leave their mark.
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DawnpeakSMP Survival With Proximity Voice
adult-friendlyCustom Bossescustom craftingCustom Mobsdungeon crawlingexploration focusedhard modeimmersive gameplaylong-term worldno paywinPlayer Economyproximity talkingpve challengePvp ConflictSemi Vanillaslow progressionStory-DrivenSurvival Focustown-buildingvoice chat
DawnpeakSMP is a survival server that actually feels alive. It is built around proximity voice chat so you talk to people only when you are close to them in game. This makes random meetings super intense and also really funny.
The server is hard and does not hold your hand. Progression is slow on purpose so every upgrade feels like a big deal. There are no shortcuts and no pay to win stuff. You have to earn everything by actually playing.
There are a lot of custom mobs and big boss fights that are way tougher than normal Minecraft. Fights are meant to be scary and memorable. When you win it really feels like you did something huge.
Crafting is also different here. You can find custom recipes for weapons tools armor blocks furniture and decorations. Exploring the world is important because there are custom structures secret areas dungeons and weird encounters off the main path.
The server uses towny and an economy so players can make towns clans and alliances. You can trade with others or end up in rivalries and battles between groups. The whole world feels like a living place where people shape the story.
If you want a brutal survival world with voice chat custom challenges and no pay to win this server is made for that.
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WillowMC Classic Hunger Games Revival
Archived WorldsCasual Pvpchill gameplayclassic pvpCommunity MapsCompetitive Matchesfriendly communitygolden eraHunger Gameslaid backno crazy pluginsNostalgia Serverold schoolPvP-focusedretro vibeSemi VanillaSimple Survivalsmall serverSurvival Gamesthrowback maps
I found this server that feels like old Minecraft and it is called WillowMC. It is a semi vanilla server made by some friends who decided to open their private world to everyone.
The main thing here is classic Hunger Games. It is made to feel like the golden age of Minecraft with the kind of survival games people used to watch on YouTube. They have old style maps that were saved by the community so you can run around places that feel super familiar.
It does not look super flashy or over the top. It just feels simple and focused on playing Hunger Games and having fun. If you miss that era of Minecraft and want to jump into matches with other players this server fits that vibe really well.
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Chaos Temple Magic Mayhem SMP
Boss Battlescasual friendlychallenging mobschaos gameplaycoop focusedcozy whitelistdragon slayingexploration focusfantasy adventurehard adventureimmersive worldlong-term playMagic Combatmodded survivalmonster huntingplayer teamworkSmall Communityspell castingsurvival togetherteam-based
This is a modded Minecraft server all about chaos and magic in version 1.20.1. It uses a custom Chaos and Magic Edition modpack that makes the world feel wild and dangerous.
From what I saw the server is full of magic stuff big bosses creepy monsters and strange creatures. There are dragons and other powerful mobs that really test your combat skills so it is not just chill building. The whole thing feels like an adventure where the world is always trying to break you.
The server is made for multiplayer mayhem. You can team up with other players to fight bosses build huge magical bases or just try to survive the chaos together. It looks like the kind of place where playing with friends makes everything funnier and more intense.
It is whitelist enforced and for players who are 16 or older so the community is meant to be a bit more mature. The whole vibe is magic mayhem and mystery and it is aimed at people who want thrilling gameplay and unpredictable challenges.
If you like taming wild creatures casting powerful spells and surviving crazy moments this server is built for that. Chaos is the main theme and magic is everywhere.
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