minecraft-server ☆

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Description:
Run a Minecraft multiplayer server

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.21.11,64bb6d763bed0a9f1d632ec347938594144943ed@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @Minecraft | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Other

Tags: minecraft gaming server multiplayer java

Install: brew install --cask minecraft-server

About:
The official Minecraft server software allows you to host multiplayer games and create custom worlds. It provides a dedicated environment for players to connect, collaborate, and play together. This package installs the standalone server JAR for self-hosting.

Key Features:

Official Mojang software for maximum compatibility
Supports custom mods and server configurations
Cross-platform Java application
Command-line interface for server management

Use Cases:

Hosting private multiplayer sessions for friends
Creating custom modded Minecraft experiences
Running community servers with custom rules

Alternatives:

PaperMC – High-performance server fork with better optimization and plugin support
Spigot – Popular server software with extensive plugin ecosystem

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Aug 12, 2024 4:25pm	1.21.1,59353fb40c36d304f2035d51e7d6e6baa98dc05c	0	VERSION_BUMP	13bdde2a