What is a Minecraft roleplay server?

A server where players take on characters in a shared setting, with jobs, towns and storylines, often with rules about staying in character.

Do I need to apply to join?

Many do. Check the listing and the server's Discord for whether there is a whitelist or application.

Are roleplay servers good for beginners?

Yes, as long as you enjoy the story side. Read the lore and rules first and ask the community for help.

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Roleplay Minecraft Servers

Roleplay servers add story, characters and in-world jobs, from towns and kingdoms to custom lore and storylines. Best if you enjoy acting, worldbuilding and tight-knit communities. Every server below is ranked by real player votes from the last 30 days, with live player counts for Java and Bedrock.

Your Crafts SMP

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1.13 - 26.3 · Purpur

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EconomyRoleplaySurvivalCross-play

0/48

11 votes

At a glance

1 server is shown on this page, and 1 is online right now with 0 players between them. By edition: 1 that support both editions. The most common game modes here are Economy, Roleplay, Survival. Your Crafts SMP is currently ranked first by player votes, and 1 listed server is verified by their owners.

New to this? Read how to join a Java server, how to join a Bedrock server or how to choose a good server.

About roleplay servers

Roleplay servers add story to the build-and-explore loop. You play a character in a town, kingdom or setting, with jobs, laws, factions and plot lines run by staff and players. Some follow a fantasy or historical setting, others are modern cities, schools or survival tales with set rules.

These communities tend to be small and tight. Many need an application before you can join, and expect you to stay in character in the main world. If you enjoy acting, writing and worldbuilding, you will find that the Minecraft side is almost secondary.

What to look for in a roleplay server

A clear setting and rules for how to roleplay.
An application or onboarding process that suggests a committed community.
Regular events and story arcs run by staff.
Voice chat or Discord activity if the community uses it.

Roleplay server questions

What is a Minecraft roleplay server?: A server where players take on characters in a shared setting, with jobs, towns and storylines, often with rules about staying in character.
Do I need to apply to join?: Many do. Check the listing and the server's Discord for whether there is a whitelist or application.
Are roleplay servers good for beginners?: Yes, as long as you enjoy the story side. Read the lore and rules first and ask the community for help.