Host Terraria Server Without Playing

Hello Dev, are you interested in hosting a Terraria server but not interested in playing yourself? Don’t worry, you’re in the right place. In this article, we will guide you through the process of hosting a Terraria server without playing yourself. Let’s begin.

Requirements

Before we jump into the process, let’s take a look at the requirements to host a Terraria server:

Requirements	Description
Computer	You need a computer to host the server.
Internet Connection	You need a stable internet connection with decent speed.
Terraria Server Software	You need to download the Terraria server software.

Now that we know what we need, let’s move on to the process itself.

Process

Step 1: Download Terraria Server Software

The first step is to download the Terraria server software from the official website. To download the software, follow these steps:

1. Go to the official Terraria website.
2. Click on “Download” in the top menu.
3. Select “Terraria Server” from the options.
4. Choose the version you want to download and download it.

Step 2: Extract the Files

After you have downloaded the server software, extract the files to a location of your choice. You can use any file extractor software to do this.

Step 3: Configure the Server

Now that we have the server software, we need to configure it to our needs. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open the extracted folder.
2. Find the “serverconfig.txt” file and open it with a text editor like Notepad.
3. Configure the settings to your liking. You can change the world seed, difficulty, maximum players, and more.
4. Save the file and close it.

Step 4: Port Forwarding

The next step is to port forward your router to allow external players to connect to your server. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open your router’s admin panel.
2. Find the “Port Forwarding” section.
3. Add a new rule with the following settings:
   • Protocol: TCP
   • Port Range: 7777-7777
   • Local IP: Your computer’s IP address
4. Save the rule and exit the admin panel.

Note: Your computer’s IP address can be found by opening Command Prompt and typing “ipconfig”. Look for the “IPv4 Address” value.

Step 5: Start the Server

The final step is to start the server. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open the extracted folder.
2. Find the “TerrariaServer.exe” file and double-click it.
3. The server will start and you will see a console window.
4. Wait for the console to print “Server started” and you’re done!

You can now give your external players your external IP address and they can connect to your server.

FAQ

Can I play on the server while hosting?

Yes, you can play on the server while hosting it. However, keep in mind that hosting a server will consume some resources from your computer.

How many players can join my server?

The maximum players that can join a server is 255. However, keep in mind that hosting a lot of players will consume more resources from your computer.

Can I customize the server?

Yes, you can customize the server by editing the “serverconfig.txt” file. You can change the world seed, difficulty, maximum players, and more.

Can I run the server on a VPS?

Yes, you can run the server on a VPS (Virtual Private Server). However, you need to make sure that the VPS meets the requirements to run the server.

What happens if I close the console window?

If you close the console window, the server will stop running. To start the server again, open the “TerrariaServer.exe” file again.