Many server experiences and minigames are completely free, but if you want to unlock special events or games, show off with unique skins or chat flair, or unlock some surprise content with mystery boxes, you'll need a handful of Minecraft Coins.
How do you make a server on Minecraft for free?
You can get these for free from Mojang's site:
- Go to the Minecraft Server Downloads page and download minecraft_server. 1.11. jar.
- Once the download finishes, copy minecraft_server. 1.11. jar into a new folder on your desktop and call this folder "Minecraft Server".
- Double-click minecraft_server. 1.11. jar to run it.
Does a Minecraft server cost money?
A server for 20 players is just $15/month. If you're looking to build a PC to host in your house, It's going to depend on the above requirements. You can go super cheap or you can get a fully equipped powerhouse for $1,000. A good average is around $500 for a solid PC to run the Minecraft server.
