How to Join Custom Servers on Minecraft Bedrock (Xbox, PS4/PS5, Nintendo Switch)

Consoles like Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch do not natively support adding custom server IP addresses. No worries though! By using the BedrockConnect DNS method, you can easily redirect the built-in "Featured Servers" list to a custom menu that allows you to join any MintServers hosted server.

Note: For more technical details, you can visit the official project here: BedrockConnect GitHub. Please note that MintServers is not affiliated with the BedrockConnect project.

How it Works

By changing your console's DNS settings, we safely redirect the traffic meant for "Featured Servers" (like The Hive or Lifeboat) to the BedrockConnect server list. This creates a handy portal where you can type in your own custom MintServers IP and Port to connect with your friends.

Choose Your Console

Select your device below to configure your internet settings. Note: PlayStation uses a different DNS address than Xbox and Switch!

Xbox (One & Series X/S)

DNS Address: Primary: 104.238.130.180 | Secondary: 8.8.8.8

1. Go to Settings > General > Network settings.
2. Select Advanced settings.
3. Select DNS settings and choose Manual.
4. Enter 104.238.130.180 for the Primary IPv4 DNS.
5. Enter 8.8.8.8 for the Secondary IPv4 DNS.
6. Save and exit to your home screen.

Nintendo Switch

DNS Address: Primary: 104.238.130.180 | Secondary: 8.8.8.8

1. Go to System Settings > Internet > Internet Settings.
2. Select your current network and choose Change Settings.
3. Scroll down to DNS Settings and set it to Manual.
4. Enter 104.238.130.180 as the Primary DNS.
5. Enter 8.8.8.8 as the Secondary DNS.
6. Save and restart the game if it is currently open.

PlayStation (PS4 & PS5)

DNS Address: Primary: 45.55.68.52 | Secondary: 8.8.8.8

1. Go to Settings > Network > Settings > Set up internet connection.
2. Select your network, press the Options button (three lines), and select Advanced Settings.
3. Change DNS Settings to Manual.
4. Enter 45.55.68.52 for Primary and 8.8.8.8 for Secondary.
5. Click OK and wait for the connection test to finish.

1. Go to Settings > Network > Set up internet connection.
2. Select your connection type (Wi-Fi/LAN) and select Custom setup.
3. IP Address Settings: Automatic.
4. DHCP Host Name: Do not specify.
5. DNS Settings: Manual.
6. Enter 45.55.68.52 for Primary and 8.8.8.8 for Secondary.
7. MTU Settings: Automatic.
8. Proxy Server: Do not use.
9. Test Internet Connection.

How to Join Your Server

Once your DNS is configured, follow these steps to access the server list and start playing!

1. Open Minecraft and go to the Servers tab.
2. Join one of the following "Featured Servers" (these are redirect-compatible):
   • Mineville
   • Lifeboat
   • Enchanted
   • Galaxite
   • The Hive
3. Instead of joining the featured server, you will see the BedrockConnect menu pop up (sometimes called "Join to Open Server List").
4. Select Connect to a Server.
5. Enter your MintServers IP Address and Port and click Submit.