Host Your Own Bedrock Server

Welcome, Dev! In this article, we’ll discuss how to host your own Bedrock server. Bedrock is the edition of Minecraft that supports cross-platform play, including Xbox, PlayStation, iOS, Android, Windows 10, and Nintendo Switch. Hosting your own server allows you to customize the gameplay to your liking, connect with friends, and enjoy a better multiplayer experience.

What You Need to Host a Bedrock Server

Before we get started, let’s review the things you need to host a Bedrock server:

Once you have these items, follow the steps below to host your own Bedrock server.

Step 1: Download the Bedrock Server Software

The first step is to download the Bedrock server software from the official Minecraft website. Go to https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/download/server/bedrock/ and download the version for your operating system.

Step 2: Create a New Folder for the Server

Next, create a new folder on your computer to store the server files. Name the folder something like “Minecraft Server.”

Step 3: Extract the Server Software

Extract the Bedrock server software you downloaded in Step 1 to the folder you created in Step 2. To extract the files, right-click on the downloaded file and select “Extract All.”

Step 4: Configure the Server Settings

Open the folder where you extracted the server software and locate the “server.properties” file. Open the file with a text editor like Notepad.

Here are some of the settings you can configure:

Make any changes you want to the settings and save the file.

Step 5: Start the Server

To start the Bedrock server, double-click on the “bedrock_server.exe” file in the folder where you extracted the server software. A console window will appear, and the server will start running.

If you encounter any errors, go back and check your settings in the “server.properties” file.

FAQ

1. How do I join my own Bedrock server?

Open Minecraft on any platform and click “Play.” Select “Servers” and click “Add Server.” Enter a name for the server and the IP address of the computer running the server. The IP address is the public IP address of the computer or the local IP address if you’re on the same network. Click “Save” and then click the server to join.

2. How do I add mods to my Bedrock server?

Mods aren’t supported in Bedrock at the moment. However, you can add add-ons that change the behavior of the game. Add-ons can be downloaded from the Minecraft Marketplace.

3. How do I make my Bedrock server public?

To make your Bedrock server public, you need to forward the server port in your router settings. Go to your router settings and look for “Port Forwarding” or “NAT.” Enter the IP address of the computer running the server and the port number (19132 by default). Save the settings and your server should be accessible from outside the network.

4. How do I change the server difficulty?

Open the “server.properties” file and change the value for “difficulty” to one of these values: 0 (peaceful), 1 (easy), 2 (normal), or 3 (hard).

5. How do I backup my Bedrock server?

To backup your Bedrock server, make a copy of the entire server folder and save it to a different location. You can also use a backup plugin like “Backup Plugin” or “NukkitX Backup Plugin” to automate the backup process.

Conclusion

Hosting your own Bedrock server is a great way to customize the gameplay, connect with friends, and have a better multiplayer experience. Follow the steps above to host your own server and enjoy playing Minecraft with your friends.