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.

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Datblock is one of the most popular survival servers for Minecraft Java Edition. It features several game modes like normal survival, skyblock survival, and even the creative.