GeyserMC
Game ServersBridge that lets Bedrock players join Java Minecraft servers
Replaces Minecraft cross-play workarounds
Minecraft cross-play workarounds is a popular proprietary tool in the game servers space. These open-source apps let you replace Minecraft cross-play workarounds with software you host and control yourself.
Moving off Minecraft cross-play workarounds means trading a managed subscription for a service you run yourself. The payoff is ownership: no per-seat pricing, no vendor lock-in, and full control of your data. Start with the option above that matches your setup-difficulty comfort level — every app links to a detailed specs page and head-to-head comparisons.