How To Play Multiplayer Minecraft PC
Minecraft is a great single-player game. But multiplayer takes it to a whole other level.
The game is great for casual gaming, PVP with strangers online, and even setting up your own server. You can play in your local network as well as online with minimal configuration, or you can adjust the settings to fully customize your multiplayer experience.
Here are the basics of Minecraft multiplayer on your PC, for both Java or Bedrock editions.
1. Java Edition
There are two options for multiplayer Minecraft Java Edition: over LAN or online. In both cases, everyone must have the same Minecraft version. You might need to downgrade or update your Minecraft version.
How to Play Java Edition LAN Multiplayer
To play over LAN you need to open your network to other users. You can set up a LAN network by connecting to a Wi Fi network. You can also connect all devices to an Internet router using Ethernet cables.
1. Start the game by clicking Single Player. 2. You can create a new world, or you can open an existing one. 3. Once you are in the game, press Esc to open the menu and click Open to Lan
1. Choose a game world for all the players in the LAN party. You can choose the game mode you want and whether cheats will be allowed. Game Mode defaults to survival.
2. Click Start LAN World.
How to Join a LAN Game
1. You can either start your Minecraft LAN server yourself or have someone else do it for you.
2. Start the game by clicking Multiplayer. Minecraft scans for available Worlds over LAN.
3. Select the server you want to join from the list.
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How to Play Java Edition online Multiplayer
You can play online by hosting your own server or joining a public or private server.
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How to Start a Server
You can either set up a Minecraft server on your PC, or rent a third-party Minecraft server. You don''t have to have an Xbox Live subscription to play Minecraft. The basic steps for self-hosting are quite simple.
1. Download the server.jar.
2. Accept the EULA.
3. Configure the server with command-line options.
4. Run server.jar.
How to join a server
This example will be run on the Mineplex server.
1. Launch the game, and click Multi Player.
2. Click Add Server.
3. Type Mineplex US in the Server Name field, or choose your own name for the server.
4. In the Server Address box, type us.mineplex.com
1. Click Done.
2. Select the newly added server from the server listing and click Join Server.
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2. Bedrock Edition
You have two options to play Minecraft Bedrock Edition in multiplayer. One is on your LAN (local network), and the other is online. In both cases, everyone involved must have the exact same version of Minecraft Bedrock Edition.
How to Play Bedrock Edition LAN Multiplayer
You must allow other players to connect to your network in order for you to play over it. Usually, all that is needed is that all players connect the same router or WiFi network.
How to Start an LAN Game
1. Start the game and press Play.
2. Press the pen button to edit or create the entire world.
3. Go to the Multiplayer Menu and ensure that Visible to Lan Players is turned on.
1. To launch the game choose from Create or Play
How to Join a LAN Game
Open the Play menu.
1. Navigate to the Friends tab.
2. Choose the LAN game that you would like to join.
How to Play Bedrock Edition Online Multiplayer
Microsoft partnered with a number of third-party providers in order to set up official Bedrock Edition servers.
You will need a Gamertag to use the Bedrock Edition''s multiplayer account system. A Gamertag can either be obtained by signing in for a Microsoft Account (or by using an existing Xbox Live Account).
At the time this article was written, you have 7 featured servers available to choose from:
How to Add a Third-Party Minecraft Server
You can also add third party servers or servers you host yourself.
1. Go to Servers tab.
2. Click Add Server.
3. Enter the server name, address, as well as port.
1. Click on Play or Save.
How to Join A Server
1. Go to the Servers tab.
2. Select the server you wish to join.
3. Click Play.
How to Play Multiplayer Minecraft with a Child Account
A child account may have limitations when it comes to playing multiplayer Minecraft. First, ensure the child account has an Xbox Live membership. Next, you''ll need to use parental controls in order to lift the default multiplayer limits.
1. Log in with your Microsoft account to access your Xbox account settings.
2. Select the profile of your child account.
3. Navigate to the Xbox One/Windows 10 Online tab.
4. Select Allow for the following entries:
Join multiplayer games.
Clubs can be created and joined.
If you wish to enable chat, please follow the following steps:
1. Navigate to the Privacy tab.
2. Select Everyone to Enter:
Others can communicate with voice, text, or invites.
Conclusion
Minecraft shines when you share it with others. Whether you''re playing locally or online, starting or joining a multiplayer game is super easy. Give it a try!
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