Realms page in Java Edition (Image via Minecraft) This is the easiest way to create a private server world in Java Edition. However, this method costs real money. Realms is a feature in the game ...

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Next, create a folder on your computer’s desktop so as to easily find all the files you’re about to download. Go here and click on “minecraft_server.1.12.2.jar” to begin downloading the file.

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Next, go to the Minecraft website and click on the ‘Minecraft_server.1.15.2.jar’ link to download the server file. Move this file to your Minecraft Server folder and double click on it to run it.

For those using Minecraft’s Java Edition, you’ll need to purchase a Realm from the Minecraft website. Keep in mind that Bedrock Edition players cannot play on the same servers as Java players.