Minecraft Xbox One Edition: How to Add Servers in 2021

August 30, 2022

Minecraft Xbox One Edition has long been a popular choice for console players to immerse themselves in the creative and adventurous world of Minecraft. While the game offers an engaging single-player experience, many players seek to explore the multiplayer aspect by joining servers. In this article, we will guide you through the process of adding servers to Minecraft Xbox One Edition in 2021, allowing you to connect with other players and discover exciting multiplayer worlds.

Important Note:

Please be aware that as of my knowledge cutoff date in September 2021, Minecraft Xbox One Edition does not officially support direct server connections or have a built-in server browser. However, there are alternative methods available that players can utilize to connect to multiplayer servers. These methods require additional steps and may vary in effectiveness. Keep in mind that the information provided here is based on the available options at the time of writing.

Method 1: Joining Friends' Games

One of the most common methods for multiplayer gameplay in Minecraft Xbox One Edition is joining friends' games. If you have friends who host their own multiplayer worlds or servers, you can join them using the following steps:

1. Ensure that you and your friends are connected to Xbox Live and have Xbox Live Gold subscriptions (required for online multiplayer).
2. Launch Minecraft Xbox One Edition on your console.
3. From the main menu, select "Play Game" and then "Friends."
4. Scroll through the list of your Xbox Live friends who are currently playing Minecraft Xbox One Edition.
5. Select the friend whose game you want to join and choose "Join Game" to enter their world.

Method 2: Utilizing External Servers

While Minecraft Xbox One Edition does not have built-in server support, some players have found workarounds to connect to external servers using the "Join Friends" feature. This method may require additional devices or software and may not be as reliable as official server support. Follow these general steps:

1. Set up a separate device with Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, available on platforms such as Windows 10, iOS, Android, or Nintendo Switch.
2. Launch Minecraft: Bedrock Edition on the separate device and navigate to the "Servers" tab.
3. Add the desired server's IP address and port number. Obtain this information from the server's website or server owners.
4. Connect to the server on the separate device.
5. On your Xbox One console, launch Minecraft Xbox One Edition.
6. Invite your own Xbox Live account to the game, creating a local multiplayer session.
7. From the "Join Friends" tab, you should see the multiplayer session created by your Xbox Live account on the separate device.
8. Join the multiplayer session created by your Xbox Live account, effectively connecting to the external server.

Important Considerations:

• Keep in mind that connecting to external servers using workarounds may not provide the same experience as official server support. Performance, compatibility, and reliability can vary.
• Ensure that you only connect to servers from trusted sources to protect your privacy and security.
• Stay up to date with any changes or updates to Minecraft Xbox One Edition that may introduce official server support or alternative methods for multiplayer connections.