Last modified on Jun 9, 2022 in General By ApexHosting For years, Minecraft has been
known as one of the world’s most popular video games. While many may think that this is due to the expansive features and seemingly endless possibilities in single-player, one of the main reasons is the ability to play Minecraft with your friends – even those who are far away. Minecraft singleplayer is great for sure, however, one can really expand their gameplay experience simply by playing multiplayer with others. There are many ways to play with friends, including LAN servers which allow you to connect with players who are on the same internet as you, Realms which allow you to play across the globe, and servers which is by far the most popular option as it allows you to play modded Minecraft with your friends. You may be wondering how you can play Minecraft online and which option is best for you. That is why in this guide we’ll be breaking down the different ways to connect and play together. How to Play Minecraft with Friends on PCHow to Join a LAN World in MinecraftIn Minecraft, you have the ability to connect with friends through LAN. This will be accessible only to others within your local network. For example, if your friend is over at your house and connected to your wifi, you can create a LAN world to join. How to make a LAN world
How to join a LAN world
How to Make a Minecraft Server For FriendsOwning a Minecraft server is one of the best ways for you and your friends to connect with each other through Minecraft. Having your own server stands on top of the other options for a few reasons: You can set it to any version of Minecraft, you can modify it past Vanilla, and servers don’t cap the number of players who can join (of course, you would need a powerful server depending on the number of players you want online.) Playing Minecraft Java Edition with friends on a modded server is one of the most flexible, and fun, ways to enjoy the game. Keep in mind that you cannot join a Bedrock Edition server off of your Xbox, PS4, Nintendo Switch, or any other similar platform. It can only be joined from PC (Windows 10 Edition), IOS, and Android. The directions on creating a server are directed to creating one through Apex Hosting. You can also create one on your home computer, but this is not recommended as many factors play into owning a server such as DDoS protection, 24/7 uptime, support, etc. All of which are provided by Apex. How to create a Minecraft Server
How to join a Minecraft Java Edition Server
How to join a Minecraft Bedrock Edition Server
RealmsAlternatively, if you do not want to use server hosting, you can use Minecraft’s built-in Realms. This is not recommended as Realms does not allow the use of mods/plugins, it limits player slots significantly and restricts who can and cannot join, and it’s quite pricey for what you are getting. On top of all of that, you do not get any of the benefits that come along with server hosting such as 24/7 support, one-click modpack and gametype installations, the ability to create a public world that anyone can join, and much more. However, if you want to play Minecraft with friends on Xbox, PS4 or Switch. How to create a Realms Server for Java Edition
How to join a Realms Server in Java Edition
How to create a Realms Server for Bedrock Edition
How to join a Realms Server in Bedrock Edition
ConclusionIt’s time to jump into the world of Minecraft along with your friends! With so many different ways to join, you may have trouble deciding which is the best option for you. If you want to just play Vanilla Minecraft with people who live in the same house as you, the LAN option is the best. If you want to play Vanilla Minecraft with a few friends across the world, either Realms or a server is best. Having the server would be more cost-effective than realms as they are generally going to be cheaper than the Realm’s starting price at $3.99 for just 2 players. Minecraft Servers also allow for customizations such as plugins and mods, and for expansion globally so your server can attract more than just your group of friends. If you host your server with Apex, you also get access to our premade gametypes, modpacks, 24/7 support, and customized game panel. All of this information may seem like quite a bit, but once you get the hang of it, it’s not too bad. Playing Minecraft with friends adds a whole new experience to the game. How do you add friends on Minecraft for free?Select the Members button. If you are not already friends, select the Find friends button. Enter your friend's gamertag into the field and press Enter. Select the Add Friend button.
How do you get friends in Minecraft?Go to the game's menu and look for the “Invite to Game” option. A screen will appear afterward and choose “Find Cross-Platform Friends.” Now, type your friend's Minecraft gamertag or ID and select “Add Friend” if you find them.
Can you play Minecraft with friends without subscription?Additionally, Minecraft Java: Edition does not require an Xbox Live subscription. A multiplayer server allows two or more players to play Minecraft together. You can either download the server file needed to set up your own server from Minecraft.net or connect to another person's server.
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