Game Development Reference
In-Depth Information
2.
Select
Add server
.
3.
Type in a
Server Name
(it can be anything you like that will help you identify that
server in the future).
4.
Type in the
Server Address
and click
Done
.
5.
Select the server from the list (see the earlier
Figure 13.11
) and click
Join Server
,
or just double-click the server's name to do so automatically.
Most servers drop you into a game lobby where you can see the different game types and
read the server's rules. Typically these include information on permitted mods, so make
sure you read the signs or any topics dropped into your inventory as this can help you from
getting banned.
To get started, try any of these—the server's address is shown in parentheses:
Shotbow (
us.shotbow.net
)
—The shotbow network hosts a huge range of game
types, each with their own particular rules. Visit
http://shotbow.net
to learn more.
Make sure your skills are up as it tends to have some hardcore players.
The Hive (
eu.hivemc.com
)
—The Hive is full of games that are great for kids, and
anyone who wants to have a bit of fun. There's an arcade with paintball, hide 'n'
seek, survivor maps, and a Herobrine game.
Supercraft Brothers (1.cbga.me)
—Supercraft Brothers is something of a riot.
Fast-paced player versus player (PvP) gaming. They have a range of servers well
beyond 1.cbga.me so check
supercraftbrothers.com
to register and find the rest in
case the one shown here is full.
Phanatic (
play.phanaticmc.com
)
—A busy server with creative-mode, a host of
mini-games, and a hunger games mode based on the premise from the popular
film.
BeastsMC (
c.beastsmc.com
)
—Don't let the name perturb you, this is an excellent
server for creative builds. The same host also offers survival and hardcore multi-
player. See
http://www.beastsmc.com
for more information.
There is a huge range of impressive servers out there, some with incredibly extensive
worlds andgigantic creative builds. Lookthroughthe server lists tofindonethat suits you.
There is, truly, something for everyone.
Hosting a Multiplayer Server
Hosting your own server is a rewarding way to create a consistent, stable world that you
and others can connect to from anywhere. It does require a little technical knowledge, es-
pecially if you want to be able to access the server externally, but nothing insurmountable.
