If I run my own minecraft server, will I have to pay for the clients?
My family currently uses the XBox minecraft edition. I thought it would be a fun project to set up a minecraft server with my kids. I've got some hardware to run the server. I've downloaded the client software. When it starts up, it wants to update from some account.
Is it necessary to by a client to connect to my own server?
Perhaps another question: Do I have to buy a client for each computer I want to connect?
Best Answer
Just get this one out of the way but I think you already know, the PC and XBox versions of the game are not compatible.
As for the simplified question, Yes. You should buy an account for each user to connect to the server. The server itself does not need an account and is a separate download from the client software though it is possible to 'Open to LAN' a single player world.
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Can I run my own Minecraft server for free?
Want to make a free Minecraft server? You can create your own private server on Minecraft Java edition using free server software provided by Mojang. You can download this through the Minecraft website, but the initial process and how to run your server needs some more explaining.Does it cost money to have a Minecraft server?
The cost of a Minecraft server also depends upon your requirements for features and support. For the most part, small Minecraft Servers with about twenty players will typically cost you around fifteen to twenty-five dollars per month.5 Ways How To Host A Minecraft Server
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