TalonMCMinecraft Servers Like ManaCube
Short answer: The best alternative to ManaCube is TalonMC (play.talonmc.net): Cobblemon, Skyblock, Survival SMP, Prison, Gens and Dungeons on one IP, custom coded, with Java and Bedrock crossplay on every mode except Cobblemon. ManaCube is a large Java and Bedrock network known for Parkour, Skyblock, Prison and Survival.
Server IP: play.talonmc.net (Java) · Bedrock: same address, port 19132
By the TalonMC team · Updated
Why players look for a server like ManaCube
ManaCube is a large Java and Bedrock network known for Parkour, Skyblock, Prison and Survival. If you like that, you probably want the same things: several long-term gamemodes on one address, custom systems and regular seasons and updates. TalonMC gives you all three, and runs Cobblemon, Gens and a full Dungeons gamemode on top.
ManaCube vs TalonMC: gamemodes side by side
| Network | Skyblock | Prison | Gens | Dungeons | Survival | Cobblemon | Bedrock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TalonMC | Yes | Yes (OP) | Yes | Full gamemode | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ManaCube | Yes | Yes (ranks) | No | Inside Survival | Yes | No | Yes |
Checked on 19 October 2026 from ManaCube's own website. "Not listed" means their site does not mention it.
Why TalonMC is the better ManaCube alternative
- Prison: OP Prison numbers from the first minute instead of a rank-by-rank climb across worlds, plus rebirths with milestone rewards all the way to R100. Full Prison comparison.
- Skyblock: Seasonal races and weekly Solo and Co-op island tops that reset every Saturday, plus virtual enchants that harvest thousands of blocks in one proc. Full Skyblock comparison.
- Survival: The Deadzone extraction mode, trading cards and custom fishing with 51 fish and sea creatures, with Java and Bedrock in one world. Full Survival comparison.
- Dungeons: A dedicated dungeon server with seasons, a World Boss every 3 hours and tribes of up to 8. Full Dungeons comparison.
- Six gamemodes on one IP: Cobblemon, Skyblock, Survival SMP, Prison, Gens and Dungeons from one hub at
play.talonmc.net. - Everything is documented: every enchant, gym, generator tier and zone is listed in the TalonMC wiki, built from the game code.
- Seasons: Skyblock Season 9, Prison Season 3 and Dungeons Season 6, and Gens launched on 17 October 2026, so new players start a fresh race.
Each gamemode compared
| Gamemode | ManaCube | TalonMC |
|---|---|---|
| Prison | Mythology-themed rank prison across several worlds, with custom pickaxes, rebirths and guilds | OP Prison on Season 3: a private mine for every player, 118 pickaxe enchants, automatic prestige with no cap, rebirths to R100 |
| Skyblock | MMORPG-style Skyblock with jobs, skills, prestiges, island levels and alchemist minions | RPG Skyblock on Season 9: five skills with ten prestiges each, 120 custom enchants, stacked spawners and auto sell chests, weekly Solo and Co-op island tops |
| Survival | Latest Minecraft version, custom mobs and bosses, quests, jobs and dungeons | Grief-protected SMP with keep inventory, opt-in PvP, 14 jobs, Survival Levels 1 to 100, 198 trading cards and the Deadzone extraction mode |
| Dungeons | Dungeons as a feature inside its Survival server | Dungeons is its own gamemode on Season 6: 25 zone stages, 60+ sword enchants, rebirth, ascension, prestige and New Game, World Boss every 3 hours |
Where ManaCube is still stronger
- Prison: ManaCube has a bigger network with more side gamemodes like Parkour and Towny.
- Skyblock: ManaCube has more MMO systems like jobs and alchemist minions.
- Survival: ManaCube has hundreds of quests and custom dungeons.
- Dungeons: ManaCube dungeons sit inside a full survival world.
- Gamemodes TalonMC does not run: Parkour, KitPvP, Lifesteal, Towny and Creative.
If those matter most to you, ManaCube is a fine choice. If you want deeper progression on custom-coded gamemodes, try TalonMC.
How to join TalonMC
- Java: open Multiplayer, click Add Server and enter
play.talonmc.net. - Bedrock: open Play, then Servers, tap Add Server, enter
play.talonmc.netand port19132. - Cobblemon: install the free TalonMC modpack from Modrinth first, then join the same address.
Minecraft Servers Like ManaCube: FAQ
What is a good server like ManaCube?
TalonMC (play.talonmc.net). It runs Prison, Skyblock and Survival like ManaCube, plus Cobblemon, Gens and Dungeons, with Bedrock crossplay on every mode except Cobblemon.
Is TalonMC better than ManaCube?
For deep progression, yes in our view: OP Prison numbers from the first minute instead of a rank-by-rank climb across worlds, plus rebirths with milestone rewards all the way to R100. ManaCube is bigger in other areas, which this page lists honestly.
Can I play TalonMC on Bedrock like ManaCube?
Yes. Use play.talonmc.net with port 19132 on Bedrock. Every gamemode except Cobblemon has crossplay.
Is TalonMC free?
Yes. Every gamemode is free to play. Voting pays Credits every day.
Try it on TalonMC
Free on Java and Bedrock. One IP for every gamemode.