Creating a Dynamic Server List

If you want your server to really stand out, a static, one-line message isn't enough. ServerListPlus is the plugin you need to create "living" MOTDs that can welcome players by name, show a custom player count, or even play a little animation.

1. Quick Setup

Grab ServerListPlus from the Plugins tab and give your server a quick restart. This will generate a folder with all the settings you need to tweak.

2. Personalizing the Greeting

The coolest part of this plugin is the "Personalized MOTD." You can set it so returning players see a special message just for them:

Standard: "Welcome to our Epic Survival Server!"
Returning Player: "Welcome back, %player%! Your base missed you." [image - In-Game > Multiplayer List | Personal MOTD | Screenshot of a server list with a dynamic MOTD showing the viewer's username]

3. Useful Placeholders

You can drop these "Magic Codes" into your config to show real-time info:

%online%: Exactly how many people are online right now.
%max%: Your server’s limit (or a fake number if you want!).
%player%: The name of the person actually looking at their server list.

4. Custom Hover Text

Ever hover your mouse over a server's player count and see a list of features? You can do that too!

Use it to show a quick "What's New" list.
Use it to remind people of the rules. [image - In-Game > Multiplayer List | Player Count Hover | Showing the custom text that appears when hovering over the player count indicator]

5. Adding Animations

By adding multiple lines to your MOTD config, ServerListPlus will cycle through them every few seconds. It’s a great way to show off a list of game modes or current events without taking up too much space. Just be careful not to make it too "flashy"; you want to be inviting, not annoying!

Getting weird error codes? Revisit our Server Icon and MOTD guide for a refresher on the standard color codes.