Iterations
The Iterations of GlobeMC

Explore the evolution of GlobeMC, from its inception to the latest iteration.
Version 1 (v1) - January 11th, 2019 - April 2019
Launch
GlobeMC officially launched with a 1:1000 Earth map.
Key Features
Basic physical economy, player towns, vanilla terrain, and the first diplomatic interactions between towns.
Notable Events
Founding of the first towns and nations, early territorial expansions, and the cementation of the server’s community dynamics.
Version 2 (v2) - May 2019 - December 2019
Major Update
Matti released his new data driven Earth maps. Introduction of custom plugins, improved economy ideas, and new features for towns and nations.
New Mechanics
Added custom recipes, expanded roleplaying options, and more in-depth town management tools. Rebalancing of the physical economy and a temporary war system.
Notable Events
The HoloBunga. An explosion in retention due to the increased popularity of EarthMC and SMPEarth.
Version 3 (v3) - January 2021 - December 2021
Significant Changes
Map updates and the introduction of quality-of-life features, such as crafting utilities.
Focus
Streamlining gameplay for new players, focusing on town development, while keeping the world competitive and challenging.
Notable Events
This version paved the way for early ideas of more virtual economies.
Version 4 (v4) - January 2022 - June 2024
New Features
More fun things to do, such as making paintings in-game you can sell. Faster minecarts, and trading GUIs.
Expanded Plugins
Custom recipes and roleplaying plugins were further developed to enhance quality of fun.
Notable Events
Starlight Network was made.