Best Crossplay Servers (Java + Bedrock Together)

If your friend is on a console and you're on PC, a crossplay server is the only way to play together. These servers bridge Java and Bedrock so everyone shares one world. Here's where to find the best ones.

By MC Monitor · 1 min read

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How crossplay bridges the gap

Java (PC) and Bedrock (console/mobile/Win10) use different protocols, so they normally can't mix. Crossplay servers run a proxy like Geyser that translates between them — see our full crossplay explainer for the technical bit.

What to look for

Both ports listed — a Java port (25565) and a Bedrock port (19132).
“Crossplay” in the name/description — avoids guesswork.
Active on both editions — check the live count.

Find crossplay communities

Browse our Bedrock and Java tag pages — crossplay servers usually note it in their description. Pick one with a healthy player count and invite your mixed-device crew.

Bedrock Servers How Crossplay Works

Reviewed by the MC Monitor Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches server listings, verifies live status data, and keeps these guides current. Last review: June 2026.

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