About LightRealms

LightRealms is a small, whitelisted semi-vanilla server established specifically to have a fun place to just enjoy vanilla Minecraft with others. Our goal is to create an enjoyable experience for everyone, whether you're new to the new game or have played since alpha, whether you build dirt huts or sprawling castles in

How to join LightRealms

Java Edition

  1. Open Minecraft and choose Multiplayer.
  2. Select Add Server.
  3. Paste play.lightrealms.co into Server Address.
  4. Save, then choose Join Server.

FAQ

LightRealms FAQ

Short answers to what players ask most. Still stuck? Check the Minecraft authentication server status.

What is the LightRealms server IP?

The LightRealms server IP is play.lightrealms.co. Paste it into the server address field in Minecraft's multiplayer menu.

Is LightRealms down right now?

No. LightRealms was up at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 20:50 UTC) with 0 players online. We check its status about every 10 minutes.

Check LightRealms now
How do I join LightRealms?

On Java Edition, open Multiplayer, choose Add Server, paste play.lightrealms.co, then select Join Server.

What port does LightRealms use?

LightRealms uses the default port (25565), so the address alone is enough.

How many players are on LightRealms?

0 players were online on LightRealms at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 20:50 UTC), with 50 slots listed. The Stats tab charts the LightRealms player count over time.

What Minecraft version does LightRealms use?

LightRealms reported “1.21.11” at our last check. Networks that list a range accept any client version inside it.

How do I claim LightRealms?

If you run LightRealms, claim this listing from a free NewMinecraftServers account. You prove ownership by showing a short code in the server's MOTD for a moment (our Paper plugin can do it for you) or with a DNS record, then edit the description, links, and banner yourself.

Claim this server

Keep exploring

Servers like LightRealms

More Economy servers →