How to Host a Don’t Starve Together Server

Hey Dev, are you tired of constantly joining laggy and crowded servers when playing Don’t Starve Together? Well, you’re in luck! In this article, we’re going to teach you how to host your own Don’t Starve Together server and enjoy the game with your friends without any interruptions or lag. Follow our guide below, step-by-step, and you’ll have your server up and running in no time!

Step 1: Preparing your Computer

The first step in hosting a Don’t Starve Together server is to make sure your computer is capable of handling it. Here are the minimum system requirements:

Operating System	Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit)	Mac OS X 10.8+	Ubuntu 12.04+
CPU	1.7 GHz	1.7 GHz	1.7 GHz
RAM	1 GB	1 GB	1 GB
Hard Drive Space	750 MB	750 MB	750 MB

If you don’t meet the minimum requirements, it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to host a Don’t Starve Together server without experiencing lag or system crashes.

Step 1.1: Forwarding your Ports

If you’re behind a router, you’ll need to forward your ports to allow traffic to reach your computer. The default port for Don’t Starve Together is 10999, but you can choose a different port if you’d like. Follow these steps to forward your ports:

1. Open your router’s configuration page by entering the IP address into your browser.
2. Find the port forwarding section.
3. Enter the following information:
   • External Port: 10999 (or whichever port you chose)
   • Internal Port: 10999
   • Protocol: Both
   • IP Address: Your computer’s IP address
4. Save the changes and restart your router.

Once you’ve completed these steps, your router should be set up to allow traffic to reach your computer.

Step 2: Setting up the Server

Now that you’ve prepared your computer, it’s time to set up the Don’t Starve Together server. Follow these steps:

Step 2.1: Downloading the Server Files

First, you’ll need to download the server files from the Don’t Starve Together website. Here’s how to do it:

1. Go to the Don’t Starve Together website.
2. Click on “Play Now”.
3. Click on “Dedicated Server” at the bottom of the page.
4. Download the server files for your operating system.

Step 2.2: Extracting the Server Files

Once you’ve downloaded the server files, you’ll need to extract them. Here’s how:

1. Create a new folder anywhere you’d like.
2. Extract the server files into the new folder.

Step 2.3: Configuring the Server

Now, you’ll need to configure the server. Here’s how to do it:

1. Open the new folder you created and locate the “cluster.ini” file.
2. Open the “cluster.ini” file in a text editor.
3. Change the following settings:
   • cluster_name = “Your Server Name”
   • max_players = 6 (or however many players you want to allow on your server)
   • pvp = false (if you want to allow player versus player combat)
   • pause_when_empty = true (if you want the server to pause when no one is playing)
   • enable_vote_kick = true (if you want to allow players to vote to kick other players)
4. Save the changes to the “cluster.ini” file.

Step 2.4: Starting the Server

You’re almost done! It’s time to start the server. Here’s how:

1. Open a command prompt or terminal.
2. Navigate to the folder where you extracted the server files.
3. Run the following command: ./dontstarve_dedicated_server_nullrenderer -console (replace “nullrenderer” with “64” or “32” depending on your operating system).

Congratulations! Your Don’t Starve Together server is now up and running. Invite your friends to join and enjoy the game without any interruptions or lag.

FAQ

1. How many players can join my Don’t Starve Together server?

You can allow up to six players on your server by default, but you can change this number in the “cluster.ini” file.

2. Can I change the server settings after starting the server?

Yes, you can make changes to the “cluster.ini” file while the server is running. However, some changes may require a server restart to take effect.

3. Can I use mods on my Don’t Starve Together server?

Yes, you can use mods on your server. Simply download the mods you want to use and place them in the “mods” folder in the server files directory. Make sure to update the “modoverrides.lua” file to enable or disable the mods you want to use.

4. How do I update my Don’t Starve Together server?

To update your server, simply download the latest server files from the Don’t Starve Together website and replace the existing files in your server directory.

5. How do I connect to my own Don’t Starve Together server?

You can connect to your own server by opening Don’t Starve Together and clicking “Play”. Then, enter “localhost” as the server address and click “Connect”.