Manhunt pits a runner or running team against hunters, with an objective that depends on the chosen variant. Roles, tracking and respawn rules need to be clear before the round starts. Check party requirements and match duration before scheduling a game with friends.
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Manhunt: gameplay & guides
Watch Dream's runner-versus-hunters challenges. The videos illustrate pursuit, escape and improvisation; public Manhunt servers may use different tracking and win conditions.
Manhunt tutorials
Rules and tactics for runner-versus-hunters Manhunt. Public Manhunt servers may use different tracking items and win conditions.
Set up a Manhunt server
Use Manhunt plugins or command-block tracking setups. Agree on hunter count, compass rules and fair-play limits before a public session.
Videos belong to their creators. Examples may use custom rules, mods or older releases. Check individual listings for current server features and access. The YouTube player loads when you press play.
A closer look at this directory
This directory currently has 5 servers. The 5 shown on this page include 5 declaring Java support and 5 declaring Bedrock support; 5 declare both. Listings supporting both editions appear in both counts.
Tags on these listings: Factions, KitPvP, Manhunt, OneBlock, PvE, PvP, Roleplay, Towny.
Declared version groups: 26, 1.7, 1.21. What version labels mean.
What to check on a Manhunt server
Confirm the win condition
Defeating a boss, reaching a location or surviving a timer are different objectives. Read what ends the match and whether a runner’s death immediately loses it.
Understand tracking
Compasses or other tools may update continuously, on demand or only in certain dimensions. Learn the limitations before assuming hunters always know the correct direction.
Check role assignment
Find out how runners are selected and whether groups can choose roles. Uneven teams may have special limits or balancing rules.
Review resets and rejoining
A dropped connection can matter in a long match. Check reconnection windows, pauses and whether a disconnected runner is treated as eliminated.
Need connection help? Follow the Java joining steps or Bedrock joining steps.
Manhunt server FAQs
How many players do I need?
The queue or private-match system sets the minimum. Check whether the server fills missing hunters automatically.
Can I choose to be the runner?
Role choice may be random, rotated or controlled by the party leader. Read the queue settings.
Do hunters respawn?
Some variants allow repeated attempts while others limit lives. Learn the rules before the round begins.
Does tracking work in every dimension?
Not necessarily. Ask how dimension changes affect the tracker and whether updates require an action.
Can I play only with friends?
Look for private-match support and check whether it requires a rank, minimum group size or reservation.
How long does a game last?
The objective, world and players affect duration. Check time limits and whether unfinished rounds can be resumed.
Explore more game modes
These directories currently have listings to explore. Check each server’s details before changing editions or installations.
