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Co-authored-by: tdgao <mr.trumgao@gmail.com>
Co-authored-by: Prospector <6166773+Prospector@users.noreply.github.com>

packages/blog/articles/introducing-server-projects.md

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+---
+title: Introducing Server Projects
+summary: A new project type made for seamless modded multiplayer on Modrinth.
+date: 2026-03-02T15:00:00+00:00
+authors: ['AJfd8YH6', '6EjnV9Uf', 'xSQqYYIN']
+---
+
+Big news: we’re shipping our first new project type in years!
+
+Server Projects are coming to Modrinth, and they’re not just a typical server list. They’re deeply integrated into the platform and app in ways that make playing seamless.
+
+We genuinely believe modded is the future of large-scale multiplayer Minecraft, so let's jump in!
+
+<div class="video-wrapper mb-8">
+	<video autoplay loop muted playsinline>
+		<source src="./server-discovery-in-app.mp4" type="video/mp4" />
+	</video>
+</div>
+
+### TL;DR
+
+- New Server Project type
+- Three compatibility types: vanilla, modded (published pack), or modded (uploaded pack)
+- Joining a server from the app downloads the required content and launches you directly into the server
+- New linked server instance type that receives updates from the server
+- Server Projects are not eligible for payouts
+
+## Design Goals
+
+Let’s start with why we built this.
+
+Most of the fun in Minecraft happens with other people, but getting into a modded multiplayer experience is still harder than it should be. We think this is the future of multiplayer for a few reasons:
+
+- Modding enables far deeper experiences than server-side plugins ever will.
+- The real constraint has been distribution and setup. Players have to find the server, install the right content, keep it updated, and hope everything matches.
+- Multiplayer discovery in Minecraft has never been great. It should be easier to join a server, and just as easy to join a modded one.
+
+Additionally, modpack discovery has become noisy on Modrinth. Servers fork popular packs with small tweaks and climb discovery, which crowds out original creators.
+
+## Project Creation
+
+Server Projects are different from other project types because they don’t always have uploaded files. Instead, servers define their compatibility, which can include specifying any required content.
+
+For the initial release, we support two compatibility models: vanilla and required modpack. We also have ideas to expand this with a minimum requirements model in the future. Authors would define the required mod and version needed to join and could recommend modpacks that work as well.
+
+When setting up your server project, you define this in the Server Compatibility section. It comes in three types:
+
+- Vanilla server
+- Modded server (published Modrinth pack)
+- Modded server (uploaded custom pack)
+
+Each type defines different requirements to join. Vanilla servers specify supported and recommended Minecraft versions. Modded servers either link a Modrinth pack or upload a custom pack, which enforces the required version and mod loader.
+
+<div class="video-wrapper mb-8">
+	<video autoplay loop muted playsinline>
+		<source src="./compatability-type-config.mp4" type="video/mp4" />
+	</video>
+</div>
+
+Server Projects also introduce some new fields used for discovery and project pages:
+
+- Banner
+- Country (where it is hosted)
+- Language
+- Java address
+- Bedrock address (not used yet)
+- Server compatibility
+
+Additionally, Server Projects are the only project type **not eligible for payouts**. They do not earn revenue from views or downloads on the project itself. Any required content they point to, such as a modpack, receives the download and associated revenue.
+
+## Project Discovery
+
+Server Projects use two new discovery metrics instead of downloads to help surface new servers over time. These are:
+
+- **Players online:** The live player count reported by the server.
+- **Verified plays:** Joins from the Modrinth App in the last two weeks.
+
+![Server discovery](./project-discovery.webp)
+
+Server Projects also have their own set of filters to make finding the right server easier:
+
+- Type (vanilla vs modded)
+- Features
+- Gameplay
+- Meta
+- Community
+- Game version
+- Country
+- Language
+
+Additionally, Server Projects are different from other project types because they’re live experiences. If they aren’t joinable, they don’t provide value. To keep discovery healthy, servers that aren’t pingable for a sustained period are removed from discovery.
+
+## Joining a Server
+
+Joining a server is where this all comes together. While in the app, clicking play on a server triggers different flows depending on the server type:
+
+1. Vanilla servers immediately create a Fabric instance in the app using the recommended version set by the author.
+2. Modded servers show a modal which displays the required content. Clicking install creates an instance with that content.
+
+![Required content modal](./joining-a-server.webp)
+
+Once installation finishes, you’ll see a completion toast that, when clicked, skips the multiplayer screen and loads you directly into the server. After the initial setup, clicking play always boots straight into the server.
+
+Additionally, if you click play from the website, we’ll deep link into the app if it’s installed.
+
+### Linked Server Instances
+
+As mentioned earlier, joining a server creates an instance. These are called linked server instances and are similar to linked modpack instances.
+
+Key differences:
+
+- It’s linked to a server project, not a modpack project.
+- You can only add client-side mods. You can unlink it in settings to convert it into a linked modpack instance, but it will stop receiving server updates.
+- It always enforces the required version. If an update is available, you must accept it before launching again.
+
+### Server Project Updates
+
+When a server updates its compatibility, such as publishing a new modpack version, that update is distributed to all linked instances. The next time a player launches, they’re prompted to accept the changes before joining. This keeps the server and associated instances in sync.
+
+![Update available modal](./server-project-updates.webp)
+
+—
+
+That’s all from us! Thank you so much for your continued support and happy playing!

packages/blog/compiled/index.ts

@@ -11,6 +11,7 @@ import { article as creator_withdrawals_overhaul } from "./creator_withdrawals_o
 import { article as design_refresh } from "./design_refresh";
 import { article as download_adjustment } from "./download_adjustment";
 import { article as free_server_medal } from "./free_server_medal";
+import { article as introducing_server_projects } from "./introducing_server_projects";
 import { article as knossos_v2_1_0 } from "./knossos_v2_1_0";
 import { article as licensing_guide } from "./licensing_guide";
 import { article as modpack_changes } from "./modpack_changes";
@@ -47,6 +48,7 @@ export const articles = [
   design_refresh,
   download_adjustment,
   free_server_medal,
+  introducing_server_projects,
   knossos_v2_1_0,
   licensing_guide,
   modpack_changes,

packages/blog/compiled/introducing_server_projects.ts

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+// AUTO-GENERATED FILE - DO NOT EDIT
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+  title: "Introducing Server Projects",
+  summary: "A new project type made for seamless modded multiplayer on Modrinth.",
+  date: "2026-03-02T15:00:00.000Z",
+  slug: "introducing-server-projects",
+  authors: ["AJfd8YH6","6EjnV9Uf","xSQqYYIN"],
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+  thumbnail: true,
+  
+};