To join a Minecraft server, first, find a server you like the sound of - like any of the ones mentioned above - and grab the IP address. Start the game, click 'multiplayer', then 'add a server'.

Having Java installed and updated ensures your server runs efficiently without compatibility issues. How to Make & Host a Minecraft Server on Your PC Watch this video on YouTube.

There are three ways to play multiplayer in Minecraft: Java Edition, two of which are free. You can join a public server, create your own, or purchase a Minecraft Realm.

It's also worth noting that if you wish to initialize the server with more memory, you can bump the min/max to 2048 or any multiple of 1024. 2048 is ideal, in which case the command should appear ...