Which servers to Join? Look no further! Here are the BEST RP servers! We’ll cover how to join (public and whitelisted). Looking for the application process? Click here for tips, timeframe and more!
The BEST RP Servers to Join
When it comes to which RP servers you should join, not ALL servers are created equal. And if you’re serious about RP, I seriously recommend you do your research when it comes to which servers are right for you.
First, let’s cover the different types of servers and discuss which are best for RP.
Types of Servers
Some types of servers are more common than others. But let’s cover them all so you know the differences between them.
- Economy servers are most common for (RP) and the ones we’ll be focusing on.
- V Menu servers basically let you spawn anything. Some may consider these types of servers more for fun because you don’t have to worry about money and can basically get anything you want at any time, but it’s obviously not very realistic, making it not the best for RP.
- Scenario servers are somewhat RP but they’re not very immersive as you can usually talk OOC. You basically just play out different scenarios with a group of people. Essentially you decide on a situation like a store robbery. Some people are cops, others are robbers and you play it out right then and there. I suppose this could be used for practice in some respects, but if you want a true RP experience, I think you’re better off going with one of the economy servers, preferably a whitelisted one.
Which Servers to Join, How do I Apply?
Which Server(s) to Join
Are there public servers you can join without having to apply? Absolutely. Are they worth it? Well… that’s up to you.
If you’re set on trying out a public server, I’ll go over a few of those first, but trust me, the whitelisted servers where you have to apply are the ones you want to be a part of. Having a server with rules and guidelines doesn’t make it any less fun, it actually makes the RP experience more enjoyable for everyone because in a world where actions have consequences, you tend to filter out all the people whose primary goal is to turn every city into a COD match.
The good news is, there are a TON of amazing ones out there with some god-tier RP-ers like yourself, just waiting for you to join in the fun! So let’s go over some of the best ones out there and how you can apply to them.
Which Public Server to Join
The Best Public RP Servers to Join (Non-Whitelisted)
If you’re keen on trying out some public (non-whitelisted) servers, here are a few worth mentioning. Once again all of these are public servers, so you do NOT need to apply to join them.
- NoPixel – NoPixel did recently release a few public servers, however I’ve heard mixed things. Sometimes the queues can be an incredibly long while at other times- not so much. There are ways to boost your priority with actual money which – I won’t get into the logistics of since it’s such a hot topic, but if that’s something you want to do, you can do so at the NoPixel store.
- You can also buy DEV Coins (an in-game currency) or extra character slots for real money as well. In the next section, we’ll discuss the (Whitelisted) NoPixel server and compare the two a little more.
Pay to Win Isn’t my Thing…
I hear you! NoPixel may be the most popular of the bunch but there are plenty of others worth checking out:
- Mafia City Roleplay
- Mafia City RP uses RageMP instead of FiveM. There isn’t a ton of criminal activity on this server but if you want to practice RP and try out some of the legal jobs like fishing for instance, it’s a decent option for you.
- They do have some strict rules, but if you are looking to apply to whitelisted servers which will also have rules of their own, maybe not AS strict as Mafia, but perhaps a good place to practice in the meantime.
- Mafia City RP uses RageMP instead of FiveM. There isn’t a ton of criminal activity on this server but if you want to practice RP and try out some of the legal jobs like fishing for instance, it’s a decent option for you.
- Grand RP
- Grand RP is another public server that has a pretty cool UI but is also light on the RP side. The majority of the player base seems to be in the UK and other countries outside the US.
- It’s also pretty pay-to-win which isn’t something I’m particularly keen on. But to each their own.
- Grand RP is another public server that has a pretty cool UI but is also light on the RP side. The majority of the player base seems to be in the UK and other countries outside the US.
- CityLife RP
- CityLife RP has a nice starter guide when you spawn in, which can be helpful for new players. They also have a discord so you can get to know others in the community and a website with all the rules. Overall, easy-to-follow and a decent public server.
- They don’t seem to have many (if any) locals which is uncommon and can make the city feel a little quiet at times, but other than that, not a bad option as far as public servers go
- CityLife RP has a nice starter guide when you spawn in, which can be helpful for new players. They also have a discord so you can get to know others in the community and a website with all the rules. Overall, easy-to-follow and a decent public server.
Which Whitelisted Servers to Join?
The Best Whitelisted Servers to Join (Need to Apply)
As for the whitelisted servers, here are the most popular (and in my opinion) some of the BEST ones out there as far as quality (both server-wise and RP-wise) and how you can apply to them.
- NoPixel – is what you see all the big streamers like XQC, Summit, and Vader, playing on. For this particular server, not only do you need to apply, you also have to donate as anytime I’ve seen it, the standard whitelisting is always “closed”.
- Note that donating does NOT increase your chances of getting accepted. All donors still need to apply, their applications are just processed faster. (roughly 14-30 days at the time of filming this video) Again: *DONATING DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOU A SPOT ON THE SERVER*
NoPixel vs NoPixel
- To quickly compare the NoPixel whitelisted server to the public version(s), as this server is much harder to get into, you can expect a higher quality of RPers overall. As mentioned, many are streamers, therefore, you have a lot more eyes on various situations than you might on the public server. Also, money is worth a lot more, which is healthy for RP as it naturally helps the development of long-term storylines and character arcs.
- On the NoPixel site, be sure to log in with Steam or create an account and then you’ll be able to view “Announcements + Important Info” as well as the “Rules and Guidelines” and the different punishment tiers if you break a rule.
- If you wish to donate, click “donate” and choose how much you want to contribute monthly. Based on what tier of support you offer, you’ll be granted a title and then given access to the Civilian Application Template. I believe you can apply up to five times. Remember this isn’t a one-time donation but one that recurs monthly.
Now your heart might be set on NoPixel and hey- whose isn’t? But I promise there are plenty of incredible servers out there that you can join where you don’t need to pay anything. Starting with…
God-Tier RPers
- TRP or Twitch RP is the server I currently play on and one I can NOT recommend more. Here’s why:
- I’ve been playing on this server for a month now, and I’m having an absolute blast. From the quality of RP-ers I’ve interacted with to the discord community who has been nothing but welcoming and helpful, to the website design and clearly written out rules so you know what to expect- my experience has been amazing.
- I will say if you’re BRAND NEW to RP, this server does not hold your hand when it comes to figuring things out. As I mentioned earlier in the video, some servers encourage you to RP it out when you have questions and personally, I didn’t mind it. I actually learned a TON by asking questions, IC and tbh, a majority of what I’m sharing today, I learned in my first week – just playing on the server.
- On the TRP website, click on GTA where you’ll find a Quick Start Guide, other helpful info and where you can apply. Make sure to login with Steam to register!
- Note for the TRP application you will need to submit both your Steam ID and your Discord ID which again, you can find on one of the sites I mentioned earlier or you can go into discord and at the bottom left, click the settings cog and from there click on “Appearance” then on “Developer Mode”, then exit that screen and right click your username in the bottom left and click “copy” and you can paste this in the application where it asks for your Discord ID. This will also be in the written guide linked below.
- I’ve been playing on this server for a month now, and I’m having an absolute blast. From the quality of RP-ers I’ve interacted with to the discord community who has been nothing but welcoming and helpful, to the website design and clearly written out rules so you know what to expect- my experience has been amazing.
But, Seriously!
Whether you’re brand new to RP (like I was), or a veteran with a ton of practice, if you’re serious about RP and want a fantastic experience, apply to TRP! Join us- you won’t regret it!
Requires Experience
- Redline Roleplay
- On the Redline RP site, you can view the Server Rules. They have different Member Ranks which is interesting that you can check out at the bottom of the Rules section. You can check out their discord which has over 50k members.
- Once you create an account, you’ll see some more info as well as the application template. Keep in mind, you will need to be at least 16 years of age and have at least 75 hours of RP experience in order to apply.
- Again all servers do things a little bit differently. For Redline RP, it sounds like there is an audio interview portion you need to go through as well. But again, everything is laid out in the discord, so just follow the instructions to guide you through the process.
- On the Redline RP site, you can view the Server Rules. They have different Member Ranks which is interesting that you can check out at the bottom of the Rules section. You can check out their discord which has over 50k members.
Good For Beginners
- Just RP
- Just RP seems like a nice starter server for beginners. On the JustRP forums, you can view the server rules and once you create an account, you can view the whitelist application. You can also join the discord where you will be notified upon acceptance to the server.
- JustRP uses TeamSpeak which, by the way if the server you’ll be playing on uses iit and you need to download it, you can do so at (teamspeak.com) I’ve also got a link to it in the written guide below.
- I do think JustRP could have a little more info on their site. Something as simple as an “about us” section sharing what their server has to offer, maybe highlighting some unique features or just doing something to stand out, but that’s just me.
- Just RP seems like a nice starter server for beginners. On the JustRP forums, you can view the server rules and once you create an account, you can view the whitelist application. You can also join the discord where you will be notified upon acceptance to the server.
- Legacy RP
- On the LegacyRP forums, you can view their memberlist and join the discord but it looks like you have to create an account in order to view the application.
- This server also doesn’t offer a ton of info in regards to what makes them unique or why someone should join but I did receive an automated message upon joining their discord server, which had info like a link to the server rules, which I appreciated.
- On the LegacyRP forums, you can view their memberlist and join the discord but it looks like you have to create an account in order to view the application.
Sleek Aesthetic
- Echo RP
- Echo RP is another server with a super clean website as aesthetic as it is informative. On the Echo RP homepage, you can read all about the server and what they have to offer. I personally love when a server has some general info oron what they’re all about or in this case, highlights their notable features. It’s especially helpful for those new to RP and interested in joining the server.
- You can read the server rules, and after you join the discord, you can fill out the whitelist application. EchoRP even advertises creators who stream on their server and showcases their staff members as well.
- Echo RP is another server with a super clean website as aesthetic as it is informative. On the Echo RP homepage, you can read all about the server and what they have to offer. I personally love when a server has some general info oron what they’re all about or in this case, highlights their notable features. It’s especially helpful for those new to RP and interested in joining the server.
- SAD RP
- San Andreas Department of RP offers a clean website, showcasing what they’re about, while offering a ton of helpful links including the rules, penal code, commands, ban appeals and more.
- Upon joining their discord, you must verify your account before you’ll have access to the locked channels.
- San Andreas Department of RP offers a clean website, showcasing what they’re about, while offering a ton of helpful links including the rules, penal code, commands, ban appeals and more.
FifeM Alternative
- Eclipse RP
- Eclipse RP does things a little bit differently. They use the RageMP client instead of FiveM and although you don’t need to fill out a traditional whitelist application, once you connect to the server and create an account, you’ll have to pass a quiz before you can play. The quiz will ask you several questions about your character, however, much like a standard whitelist application.
- On the Eclipse RP forums, you can view the server rules, announcements, server commands, FAQ’s and more.
- Eclipse RP does things a little bit differently. They use the RageMP client instead of FiveM and although you don’t need to fill out a traditional whitelist application, once you connect to the server and create an account, you’ll have to pass a quiz before you can play. The quiz will ask you several questions about your character, however, much like a standard whitelist application.
Text-Based RP
- GTA World
- GTA World is apparently one of the easiest to get into and offers a text-based RP experience, if that’s something you’re into.
- As per most servers, you can view how many players there are currently online, you can create an account or log in to view the rules and fill out an application.
- Remember this is TEXT RP so be sure to read through the rules thoroughly so you understand what is expected of you. And how it may differ from other RP servers.
- GTA World is apparently one of the easiest to get into and offers a text-based RP experience, if that’s something you’re into.
These are just a few of the many whitelisted servers out there. With most, you can join the discord ahead of time where you can meet members of the community and start getting the hang of things, although some channels might be locked until you are officially whitelisted.
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