Minecraft servers can run on just about any hardware, and even a Raspberry Pi can work for smaller servers. Be sure to use a user-friendly GUI like MC Server Soft & Crafty Controller to simplify ...

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.

If you want to play Minecraft with just your friends, the easiest way to do so is to run your own server.