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Admincraftโ€ข2mo ago
s0smuler

What server version would be best to use? 1.8 vs 1.20

Hey Admincraft, Would it be better to use 1.20 or 1.8 as my server version? Both players should join my server and play, and it has nothing to do with PvP. I just want your recommendations. What are the pros & cons of both?
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Admincraft Metaโ€ข2mo ago
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Skullians
Skulliansโ€ข2mo ago
you should use 1.21.4 (latest) with ViaVersion & ViaBackwards (and ViaRewind if you wish) to allow older vers to join no dupes or exploits
s0smuler
s0smulerOPโ€ข2mo ago
What about forks?
Skullians
Skulliansโ€ข2mo ago
^
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Donโ€™t forget to test the map beforehand when doing this Some block hitboxes didnโ€™t exist back in 1.8, so some players will glitch in those An example are lanterns, which are replaced by torches I only recommend 1.8 if the server is very competitive and have very experienced players, as those people somehow are able to notice the slightest changes If this is not the case, then latest versions are the best option always
Skullians
Skulliansโ€ข2mo ago
assuming you decide to support 1.8 on 1.21.4, which many servers donโ€™t
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Yh, but this is exactly that the OP wants, support 1.8 players on latest version

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