About RetroMC

RetroMC is a long-running Minecraft Beta 1.7.3 survival server focused on preserving the classic, nostalgic gameplay experience. Founded in 2014, RetroMC offers a persistent world, community-driven towns, an economy, and carefully curated quality-of-life improvements - all while staying true to vanilla Beta mechanics.

How to join RetroMC

Java Edition

  1. Open Minecraft and choose Multiplayer.
  2. Select Add Server.
  3. Paste mc.retromc.org into Server Address.
  4. Save, then choose Join Server.

FAQ

RetroMC FAQ

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

What is the RetroMC server IP?

The RetroMC server IP is mc.retromc.org. Paste it into the server address field in Minecraft's multiplayer menu.

Is RetroMC down right now?

No. RetroMC was up at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 21:50 UTC) with 18 players online. We check its status about every 10 minutes.

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How do I join RetroMC?

On Java Edition, open Multiplayer, choose Add Server, paste mc.retromc.org, then select Join Server.

What port does RetroMC use?

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

How many players are on RetroMC?

18 players were online on RetroMC at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 21:50 UTC), with 100 slots listed. The Stats tab charts the RetroMC player count over time.

What Minecraft version does RetroMC use?

RetroMC reported “Legacy-Password-Reset-System” at our last check. Networks that list a range accept any client version inside it.

How do I claim RetroMC?

If you run RetroMC, 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.

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