Minecraft Servers: Cross-Platform

 How are Java edition and cross-play servers different? 
 
 
 
 Unlike traditional java edition servers that can only be played on a Windows, Mac or Linux PC, cross play servers can be joined by bedrock edition users as well, using multiple devices such as a Nintendo Switch, an xBox or PlayStation console, Mobile devices and a myriad of other platforms. 
 
 
 
 Can Minecraft Java Edition and Minecraft bedrock Edition users play together? 
 
 
 
 Absolutely! By using a true cross platform Minecraft server, like the ones above, Minecraft Java players and Minecraft bedrock players can connect to the same world and game together - In most cases you won't even have to run the same version, as most servers use the ViaVersion plugin. You will need a unique IP address for each client to join the server. However, both are available in the server pages. 
 
 
 
 I use a Nintendo switch. Can I join the same Minecraft World as my friends using xBox? 
 
 
 
 Yes! You don't even have to use a Cross-Play server, because all game consoles run Minecraft Bedrock Edition. You can invite friends and other console users to play together on any Bedrock Server. 
 
 
 
 Can Minecraft Realms be cross-platform? 
 
 
 
 Unfortunately, No. A Realm is an Mojang-hosted, small server that can only been joined by a few close friends via an invite code on Minecraft Bedrock Edition. Realms are hosted on Mojang so it is not possible to instal the GeyserMC proxy. This is what allows other players join. 
 
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