There are three ways to play multiplayer in "Minecraft: Java Edition," two of which are free. You can join a public "Minecraft: Java" server, or if you're willing to put in some work, create one of ...

Completely free for everyone to join, of course. Below are some of the best and most engaging Minecraft Java Edition servers for exploration that they can get stuck into right now.

In Minecraft Java Edition, players can either jump into a world on their own and explore it, or they can join their friends in a multiplayer world and play together.