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How to Set Up a Minecraft Server

Your Comprehensive Guide to Hosting with Mikasa.host

Why Choose mikasa.host for Server Hosting?

🚀 High Performance

Offloading game processes to a dedicated server reduces the load on your computer, ensuring a smoother gaming experience.

⚙️ Full Control Over Your Server

Customize your game settings and modpacks exactly as you want. You decide which mods to use and can easily manage them.

🎮 Play with Friends & Build a Community

Your server runs 24/7, allowing friends to play even when your computer is off. It's a great way to grow an active gaming community!

🛠️ Easy Server Management

Our Command Center is a powerful and user-friendly management tool. Whether you're new to hosting or an experienced user, you'll find it both simple and efficient.

🔄 Automatic Backups

With our Vault system, regular backups are created automatically, keeping your world safe from unexpected issues.

💰 Transparent Pricing – No Hidden Fees

You pay only for your chosen plan, with no extra charges for mod support, backups, premium support, or additional storage.

🔥 Powerful Hardware

Every plan runs on top-tier hardware, so you always get the best performance without paying extra.

By choosing mikasa.host, you get a stable, powerful, and hassle-free server hosting experience! 🚀


What You Need to Start Hosting Your Minecraft Server

Before you get started, here are a few things you will need to play on your Minecraft server:

🎮 Minecraft Account

Make sure you own a copy of Minecraft with a valid Microsoft account. (If you can already play Minecraft, you’re all set!)
This guide focuses on the Java Edition of Minecraft. If you’re looking for a Bedrock server, click here.

💻 A mikasa.host Hosting Plan

Choose a hosting plan that fits your needs. Some servers may require more resources than others.
Check out our pricing page to purchase a plan, or contact support via our Discord channel.

🌍 Internet Requirements

Ensure you have a stable internet connection. Most broadband connections should work fine.
You can test your ping here.

🖥️ A Computer to Run Minecraft

Minecraft is relatively easy to run, and most modern computers can handle it. However, some modpacks require extra RAM or a more powerful CPU.
If you experience any issues running the game, don’t hesitate to contact support!