Your friends, your server
Game online with friends. Embark on a shared adventure with Realms on your very own, always-online server!
FEATURES
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Play with friends anytime
Your Realm has three persistent world slots. Your invited friends can play your active world from any device, at any time, for free - even when you're not online.
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A secure and private server
You don't need any technical knowledge to set up a Realm or switch between active worlds - just a few button clicks.
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Cross-device play
Realms supports cross-device play and syncs your content across all your devices via your Microsoft account. You can also manage your account on Minecraft.net.
The right Realms for your platform
Realms for Bedrock Edition is available on consoles, mobile devices, and computers running Windows. Cross-platform play is supported with other Bedrock Players. Realms for Java Edition is the original version of Minecraft. Cross-platform play is supported between Windows, Linux, and macOS.
* Multiplayer functionality on consoles requires platform-specific online subscriptions (sold separately).
**1 month trial for new Realms subscribers only. Subscription continues automatically at the then-current monthly price unless cancelled. Requires supported Minecraft game, sold separately.
Compare Realms subscription plans
Key features of realms and realms plus for bedrock
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$3.99 USD / Month |
$7.99 USD / Month |
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You + 2 players |
You + 10 players |
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10,000 |
10,000 |
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Included |
Included |
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Included |
Included |
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Included |
Included |
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Included |
Included |
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Included |
Included |
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Not Included |
Add-ons, worlds, and more |
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Included |
Included |
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Included |
Included |
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Included |
Included |
Get social with Realms Stories
Realms Stories is an in-game social feed that lets you keep in touch with Realm members, even if you don't play simultaneously. Plan, build, and celebrate together - even when you're far apart.
Access to the Marketplace Pass catalog
Realms Plus subscriptions include Marketplace Pass: free access to a rotating catalog of Premium, curated creator-made content, including player favorites. Subscribers also enjoy great savings on content in the Marketplace Pass catalog. Purchase your favorite content before it leaves the catalog to own them forever.
Key Features of Realms for Java
Cross-play on: Windows, Mac, and Linux
Monthly subscription rate (recurring)
$7.99 USD / Month
Players who can play simultaneously
You + 10 players
While the number of players who can actively play at the same time is limited, you can invite as many friends as you'd like to join your Realm.
Number of invited friends
10,000
Personal server available 24/7
Yes
Friends play for free
Yes
Free Backups
Yes
Supports Minecraft Marketplace
No
Includes Three World Slots
Yes
Access to the Marketplace Pass catalog
No
Dive into worlds, mash-ups, skin packs, texture packs, and more. With fresh content added every month, there's always something new to play. Learn more about Marketplace Pass.
Supports user-created content
Includes free community content
Access to Realms Stories
No
Cross-platform play across Bedrock devices and consoles
No
Realms Tutorials
A free Microsoft account will help you access your purchases, Realms, and other Minecraft content across all of your Minecraft devices. Microsoft accounts are free to set up and use on any Minecraft device.
Minecraft Realms are personal multiplayer servers that you can use to play with your friends. Learn how to purchase a Realms subscription and set up your Realm.
Switching the world shared in your Realm is easy! Read the article to learn how.
If you know your friend's gamertag or you already have them on your friends list, you can invite them to play on your Realm directly! Read the article to learn how to invite someone to a Minecraft Realm via Gamertag.
Share Links are an easy way to invite friends who play Minecraft, but aren't on your friends list, yet. Read the article to learn how to invite friends to your Minecraft Realm using Share Links.
Joining a friend's Realm will allow you to play with them in their world. Read the article to learn how to join a friend's Realm.
A free Microsoft account will help you access your purchases, Realms, and other Minecraft content across all of your Minecraft devices. Microsoft accounts are free to set up and use on any Minecraft device.
Minecraft Realms are personal multiplayer servers that you can use to play with your friends. Learn how to purchase a Realms subscription and set up your Realm.
Switching the world shared in your Realm is easy! Read the article to learn how.
If you know your friend's gamertag or you already have them on your friends list, you can invite them to play on your Realm directly! Read the article to learn how to invite someone to a Minecraft Realm via Gamertag.
Share Links are an easy way to invite friends who play Minecraft, but aren't on your friends list, yet. Read the article to learn how to invite friends to your Minecraft Realm using Share Links.
Joining a friend's Realm will allow you to play with them in their world. Read the article to learn how to join a friend's Realm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Realms in Minecraft?
Realms are private, cloud-hosted servers that let you play Minecraft online with friends. You control who joins your Realm by sending invites, and your Realm is always online, so your friends can play anytime.
Is Minecraft Realms Cross-platform?
Yes, Realms is cross-platform, but it’s only available within the same game edition. If you have Java Edition, you can only join a Realm with other Java players. If you have Bedrock Edition, you can only play in a Realm with other Bedrock players.
How much is Minecraft Realms?
It depends on which Minecraft Edition you want to play Realms on and the features you want. Here’s a breakdown of the pricing:
- Realms for Bedrock Edition: $3.99 USD / month
- Realms Plus for Bedrock Edition: $7.99 USD / month
- Realms for Java Edition: $7.99 USD / month
How many people can be in a Minecraft Realm?
The number of people you can have in your Realm depends on which Realms subscription you have:
- Realms for Bedrock Edition: You + 2 other friends can play at the same time*
- Realms Plus for Bedrock Edition: You + 10 other players can play online at the same time
- Realms for Java Edition: You + 10 other players can play online at the same time
* Multiplayer functionality on consoles requires platform-specific online subscriptions (sold separately).
Is there a free trial for Minecraft Realms?
Yes, you can try a free trial of Minecraft Realms for Bedrock Edition, Realms Plus for Bedrock Edition, or Realms for Java Edition. To start your free trial:
- Open Minecraft and select PLAY.
- Choose CREATE NEW WORLD.
- Choose whether you want to ADD A 10 PLAYER REALM or to ADD A 2 PLAYER REALM.
- Read the Terms & Conditions and the Privacy Policy, then check I AGREE.
- If you qualify for a free Realms trial, select the START TRIAL button.
How long does a Minecraft Realms free trial last?
Your Minecraft Realms trial will last for 30 days. Your Minecraft Realms subscription will automatically renew unless you cancel it.
What is a personal server?
We put your world on a super-computer, with a huge amount of speed and power. We keep the computer running all the time so you can play that world whenever you and your friends want. We protect your world from getting corrupted by saving it automatically all the time. You control who connects to the world. How you play with it is up to you (the server will do all the heavy lifting).
Do my friends need to purchase a Realms subscription to play on my Realm?
The people you invite (members) don’t need to purchase a Realms subscription to play on your Realm. You can invite any Minecraft player to join and play in your Realm for free.
What happens to the worlds on my Realm when my subscription expires?
Your worlds are yours to keep. You have 18 months to download them to your device after your subscription expires. If you resubscribe within that time, you will regain access to your Realm just as you left it.
How many worlds can I have on my Realm?
You can store up to 3 worlds on your Realm at one time. Activate any one of them to make that world playable. Only one world is playable at a time.
Still have questions?
Get your Realms questions answered by visiting the Minecraft Support page.