Why Do You Need PS Plus for Minecraft? [Explained]

Can I Play Minecraft Without PS Plus?

No. Without PS Plus, you won't be able to play Minecraft online, as the multiplayer feature for PlayStation consoles is locked behind it! But you could play the singleplayer mode!

When you try to play Minecraft online multiplayer on your PlayStation console, the screen in the image above should appear with the PS Plus plans. Although there is a 7-day free trial for all of the plans, know that there are other perks besides only playing the Minecraft game online.

Do You Need PS Plus For Minecraft Realms Server?

Even if you want to join a Realms server of your friends, you won't be able to. You do need PS Plus to play Minecraft online on a Realms server. So look forward to cancelling your Realms subscription if you don't have PS Plus! On a PlayStation console, PS Plus is a must when it comes to playing Minecraft or any other game online multiplayer.

Joining a Realms world that's online alone isn't possible as well, even if it's yours. So if you pay extra for the subscription with today's Minecraft server prices, you'll always need PS Plus to play Minecraft online.

What PS Plus Subscription Plan Can I Play Minecraft With?

There are 3 plans you can choose from for a PS Plus subscription: Premium, Extra, and Essential. And to play multiplayer Minecraft, all you need is the Essential plan at $9.99 a month! With this plan, any game can be played online multiplayer besides Minecraft. The Essential plan can also be paid at $24.99 per 3 months or $79.99 per year.

Besides enabling you to play Minecraft online, the Essential plan also has other benefits such as monthly free games. So don't look forward to getting PS Plus only to build the best Minecraft house ideas with your friends, but also to enjoy other free-to-play games!