Java Edition
Windows, macOS, Linux
What you need
To connect you'll need to have a version of Java Edition matching the server, which is currently at 1.20.x. Although we do allow a couple of versions either side to connect, for the best experience you should make sure that you are matching the server version if possible; although if you have a nice mod that's not been updated yet we understand if you don't update straight away! We shall notify people as far in advance as we can when we plan to upgrade the server.
If you don't have the right version already, you can add a new installation in the default launcher without affecting your other games.
Minecraft Launcher - The default experience for most users!
Choose an existing installation, usually the default will be the Latest release which should be supported even if the server has not been updated yet.
Hit the Play button!
OR if you want a specific install for LGMC
Select the Installations tab
Add a New installation and let it chose the release, usually latest.
Return back to the Play tab. You can easily switch between installs/versions using the drop-down at the bottom-left.
Hit the Play button!
Unsure, or stuck?
Sometimes having multiple installs, Forge or Fabric modded installs, Optifine, self updating installations - it can all get a bit confusing, so if you're stuck then drop the Minecraft Mods a tag on Discord and we can help!
Joining the LG server
Once you launch into Minecraft, click Multiplayer
Click Add Server and fill in the following details:
Server Name: LG Minecraft (or anything. Doesn't matter)
Server Address: play.mc.londongaymers.co.ukClick Done, and you should see a colourful new server banner
Join Server and enjoy!