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How to join

Getting onto a Beta 1.7.3 server takes a few minutes the first time.

1. What you need

Minecraft: Java Edition. We recommend a premium Mojang account.

2. Install Beta 1.7.3

Recommended: the Beta Evolutions 2 launcher

Beta Evolutions 2 fixes skins, capes and sounds, and adds a number of quality-of-life fixes and optional features such as proximity voice chat, controller support and a better chat box.

It’s the easiest way to play. The free launcher for Windows, macOS and Linux keeps itself up to date and avoids most “wrong version” problems.

Download Beta Evolutions 2

Other launchers

Official Minecraft launcher

  1. Open Settings (bottom left) and turn on Show historical versions of Minecraft: Java Edition.
  2. Go to Installations and choose New installation.
  3. Name it, pick old_beta 1.7.3 as the version, then choose Create.
  4. Select the new installation on the Play tab and press Play.

MultiMC or Prism Launcher

Create a Beta 1.7.3 instance and add the Beta Evolutions 2 client JAR from the download page.

Detailed steps for every launcher are in the Beta 1.7.3 installation guide.

3. Connect

Choose Multiplayer, then Direct Connect, and enter mc.retromc.org.

Playing on a modern version instead

You can join from a modern Minecraft version using ViaFabricPlus, which also lets you use shaders and performance mods. See joining on modern versions.

Your first hour

  • Read the rules. RetroMC is PVE, and griefing isn’t allowed outside the Nether.
  • Earn money by selling items at /warp shop or /warp market, or by killing hostile mobs.
  • Once you have $1,000, found a village with /v create to protect your builds.
  • Play actively for around 30 hours to earn the Citizen rank and build in Spawn Town.
  • Try the minigames at /warp minigames, or visit the Skylands with /warp skylands.

Trouble joining?

Check the FAQ, reset your password, or see support and contact to open a ticket on Discord.