Unlike previous versions, Minecraft server software now relies on the latest version of Java (Java 16) in order to function correctly.

The best Minecraft servers on Java and Bedrock can be hard to find, so we've dug them out for you, alongside instructions on how to host your own if you prefer to.

New to Minecraft? Here's all you need to know about the difference between Bedrock and Java, and how it affects you.

You can play Minecraft solo, but it's much more fun with friends. Here's how to play multiplayer in Minecraft: Java Edition.