Your adventure starts here.
Alliance 4 supports both Minecraft: Java Edition and Bedrock Edition. Java and Bedrock players can play together in the same world.
1. Get ready with a Microsoft account
Create a free Microsoft account, or use one you already have, and sign into Minecraft. You’ll also need a copy of the game for your device. For a child’s account, a parent or guardian should help with setup and multiplayer permissions.
Microsoft’s account setup instructions ↗
Watch Microsoft account setup tutorial on YouTube ↗
2. Ask to join the whitelist
A whitelist is the list of accounts approved to join. Email admin@alliance4.org with the subject request to play. Tell us who you are, your exact Minecraft username, and whether you use Java or Bedrock. Never send your password.
Request to play ↗3. Learn how to connect
These general tutorials will help you get familiar with the menus. Alliance 4’s final connection details are still to come.
Minecraft: Java Edition
Open Multiplayer → Add Server, enter the address we publish here, then select the server and join.
Watch joining a Minecraft Java server on YouTube ↗
Minecraft: Bedrock Edition / Nintendo Switch
On supported Windows and mobile devices, open Play → Servers → Add Server, then enter the published address and port. Console connection options vary; device-specific Alliance 4 instructions will be posted before launch.
Watch connecting with Bedrock / Nintendo Switch on YouTube ↗
Minecraft on Xbox
Use this Xbox tutorial to learn the connection process. Alliance 4’s server address and port will be posted here before launch.