Complex Gaming is a Minecraft server network with four main multiplayer modes—Skyblock, Survival, Factions and Prison—plus separate Java-only Cobblemon and Pixelmon servers. To play on the standard network, join hub.mc-complex.com in Java Edition or Bedrock Edition; Bedrock players use port 19132. The modded servers have different addresses and require their matching modpacks.
This guide explains which edition to use, where to connect, and what to install before joining. The connection details and current network lineup are based on Complex Gaming's official server information and an update supplied by the network owner. Creative is no longer listed among the active main modes.
For a quick look at the network in our directory, see the Complex Gaming Minecraft server listing on Minecraft.How, including its publicly available server status and profile details.
Complex Gaming Server IPs at a Glance
- Skyblock, Survival, Factions and Prison:
hub.mc-complex.com— Java Edition and Bedrock Edition; Bedrock port19132. - Cobblemon:
cobblemon.mc-complex.com— Minecraft Java 1.21.1 with the official Complex Cobblemon modpack. - Pixelmon:
pixel.mc-complex.com— Minecraft Java 1.21.1 with the official Complex Pixelmon modpack (Pixelmon Reforged).
These addresses are not interchangeable. The main hub is for the regular network modes, while the two Pokémon-themed modes run on their own modded servers. Bedrock crossplay on the hub does not mean that Bedrock players can use Java-only Cobblemon or Pixelmon.
How to Join the Main Network on Java Edition
- Launch Minecraft Java Edition. The network recommends a current version; check official compatibility details if you use an older client.
- Choose Multiplayer, then Add Server.
- Enter
hub.mc-complex.comas the server address and save. - Join the server and choose Skyblock, Survival, Factions or Prison using the hub's navigation options.
These main-network modes do not require the Cobblemon or Pixelmon modpacks. Pick a mode based on the kind of gameplay you enjoy, and follow any instructions displayed at the hub.
How to Join Complex Gaming on Bedrock Edition
- Open Minecraft Bedrock Edition on a supported device and find the server-add option available for your platform.
- Use
hub.mc-complex.comas the address and19132as the port. - Connect and select Skyblock, Survival, Factions or Prison.
Complex Gaming advertises Java–Bedrock crossplay for these four modes, allowing players using different editions to share the main network. The method for adding an external server can vary by device, especially on consoles. Cobblemon and Pixelmon are not available through this Bedrock connection because they require Java client-side mods.
Available Modes: Skyblock, Survival, Factions and Prison
Skyblock
Start with a small island and limited resources, then gradually expand what you can build and automate. Complex Gaming describes team play, island progression, minions and seasonal competition as part of its Skyblock experience. It is a good starting point for players who enjoy building up a long-term project from a restricted beginning.
Survival
The Survival mode focuses on a persistent multiplayer world, with land claims, player towns, jobs and a player-driven economy. It suits players who want familiar Minecraft exploration and building with social and community systems layered on top.
Factions
Factions is the competitive option. Players join teams, build bases and participate in raiding and territory-oriented PvP. Complex Gaming reports regularly changing Factions seasons, so check the current rules and season information before committing to a base.
Prison
Prison replaces open-world exploration with progression through mines, ranks and upgrades. Players work toward improved mining efficiency and additional activities as they advance. The mode is designed around repeatable goals rather than the usual survival progression.
Is Creative available? The owner has confirmed that Creative should be removed from our guide. Complex Gaming's current main server overview lists Skyblock, Survival, Factions and Prison instead. Older third-party listings and legacy help articles may still mention Creative, but it should not be presented here as a currently supported mode.
How to Play Complex Cobblemon
Cobblemon is a separate modded experience built around discovering, catching, training and battling Pokémon-inspired creatures in Minecraft. The Complex Cobblemon server uses Java Edition 1.21.1 at cobblemon.mc-complex.com. You need the matching Complex Cobblemon modpack, available through the project's official CurseForge or Modrinth distribution described on its website.
- Install a compatible modpack launcher and select the official Complex Cobblemon pack.
- Let the launcher install the required Minecraft version and mods.
- Start the modded Java profile, open Multiplayer and connect to
cobblemon.mc-complex.com.
Do not try to connect through unmodified vanilla Minecraft expecting the mods to install from the server automatically. The official pack handles the compatible client setup before you join.
The network's Cobblemon page lists all 18 gyms, the Battle Tower, World Bosses, free natural legendary spawns and Dungeons. Availability and balance can change with server updates, so consult the server's current in-game information for precise progression rules.
How to Play Complex Pixelmon
Complex Pixelmon is a different Java-only server at pixel.mc-complex.com. It runs Pixelmon Reforged on Minecraft Java 1.21.1 with the Complex Pixelmon modpack, which the network distributes through CurseForge.
- Install the official Complex Pixelmon modpack through CurseForge.
- Launch the modded Minecraft Java profile installed by that pack.
- Use Multiplayer to connect to
pixel.mc-complex.com.
Pixelmon is suited to players who prefer the Pixelmon Reforged ecosystem, including collecting creatures, gyms, the Elite Four, the Battle Tower, breeding and custom gear systems advertised by the network. Unlike the Bedrock-compatible main hub, it cannot be joined with a standard Bedrock client.
Cobblemon vs. Pixelmon: Which Should You Choose?
Both modes are Pokémon-themed, but they use different Minecraft mods, different packs and different IP addresses. Choose Cobblemon if its particular catching and progression systems appeal to you, including the network's gym and legendary-spawn features. Choose Pixelmon for Pixelmon Reforged gameplay, including its gym progression and custom gear.
Install the pack for the server you actually intend to join. A Cobblemon client setup does not substitute for the Pixelmon modpack, or vice versa. Both require Minecraft Java Edition on a compatible computer, rather than Bedrock Edition.
Practical Tips Before You Connect
- Double-check the address: the main hub, Cobblemon and Pixelmon each use a different hostname.
- Match your edition: Bedrock works on the main hub; the modded servers need Java Edition.
- Use an official modpack: install and update the correct pack before troubleshooting modded login errors.
- Check current guidance: mod versions, seasonal rules and game features can change, so rely on the network's latest official documentation for details.
- Start with your preferred playstyle: the main hub is best for traditional multiplayer modes, while Cobblemon and Pixelmon provide distinct modded progression systems.
Want to compare more multiplayer communities? Explore the Minecraft server list to discover other Java and Bedrock servers by gameplay style.
Complex Gaming's different server addresses are the most important detail to get right. For Skyblock, Survival, Factions or Prison, use hub.mc-complex.com; for Cobblemon or Pixelmon, install the corresponding official Java modpack and join the dedicated hostname. That distinction prevents the common mistake of treating every mode as if it works through the same unmodded server connection.
