Use the in-game settings to add friends in Minecraft Java (Image via Mojang Studios) The second and free method to play Minecraft with a friend involves hosting your own LAN server.

Minecraft is an interesting game, and the experience becomes more exciting when you play it with friends. So, whether you ...

Discover various ways to enjoy Minecraft multiplayer with friends, from local LAN play to online servers and Mojang-hosted Minecraft Realms. Explore different setups like free server hosting with ...

Make sure you have: A Minecraft Java Edition server (such as Paper, Spigot, or Purpur) Java 17 or later Access to the server’s file system (to install plugins) Internet access to download ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. There are literally thousands of Minecraft servers to join right now. Whether you want a friendly community playing the vanilla Minecraft experience, ...

Should you play Minecraft Java or Bedrock, and what are the differences between the two versions of Mojang's survival game?

Short answer: yes, you can play Minecraft on a Mac. But there are some things you should know before you start — especially if you care about mods, server hosting, or running different editions like ...