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Glowstone vs Minestom

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GlowstoneMinestom
LanguageJavaJava
LicenceOtherApache-2.0
Stars2k3.3k
Latest2021.8.02026.10.05-26.2
Last push2026-05-182026-10-05
Release cadenceabout 59 days between releasesabout 13 days between releases
Active contributors0 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days17 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Paper. Alternatives to Paper →

    PartialGlowstoneImplements the Bukkit API from scratch instead of patching Mojang's server.

    PartialMinestomA library for building a server, with no vanilla worlds or gameplay unless you write them.