Survival servers offer the classic Minecraft experience, focusing on gathering resources, building, and exploring. Players must navigate the game's natural dangers, such as mobs and environmental hazards, while crafting and building their way through the world. These servers can range from pure vanilla experiences to ones enhanced with additional features like custom biomes, economies, and quests. Survival servers are ideal for players who enjoy the core mechanics of Minecraft, offering a balanced mix of building, exploration, and adventure in a familiar yet diverse environment.