Welcome to the official guide on how to join the OdlySMP Minecraft server. Whether you are a veteran player or brand new to the Survival Multiplayer experience, getting connected is simple and fast. OdlySMP is a premium, community-driven Java Edition server that prioritizes an authentic vanilla feel enhanced with strategic, non-pay-to-win features. This guide will walk you through the exact steps needed to log in, configure your client, and start building your legacy today.
OdlySMP runs exclusively on Minecraft Java Edition. Ensure you have the official Minecraft Launcher installed on your PC, Mac, or Linux computer. We support the latest versions of the game (currently 1.20 and above). Open your launcher, select the appropriate release version from the drop-down menu in the bottom left corner, and hit "Play". If you are using optimization mods like OptiFine, Sodium, or Fabric, ensure they match the server's supported version to guarantee the best graphical performance and frame rates while exploring our massive custom-generated world.
Once the game has loaded to the main menu, click on the "Multiplayer" button. You may see a warning about online play; simply accept it to proceed. Next, click the "Add Server" button at the bottom of the screen. Here, you will be prompted to enter the server details. In the "Server Name" field, you can type "OdlySMP". More importantly, in the "Server Address" field, you must exactingly type our official connection IP: play.odlysmp.org. Click "Done" to save the server to your list.
With OdlySMP now visible in your multiplayer list, simply double-click the server icon, or select it and press "Join Server". Depending on your network connection, it should only take a few seconds to ping and connect. Upon loading into the Hub, you will be required to authenticate. If this is your very first time joining, use our secure registration system by typing /register [password] [password] in the chat. If you are a returning player, simply type /login [password]. Your security is paramount, which is why we enforce strong authentication before granting access to the survival realms.
Once authenticated, you will be whisked away to the main Survival spawn. Here, you can read the server rules, interact with our advanced NPC guides (like Antigravity), and view the global leaderboards. When you are ready to begin your adventure, you can use the random teleport feature to find a serene, untouched location in the vast wilderness to claim your land and start building. Remember, OdlySMP is a community. We highly recommend joining our Discord server to chat with other players, trade resources, and stay updated on the latest server events and vote parties!