How to Host a LAN Server on Unturned

Hello Dev, thank you for joining me in this step-by-step guide on how to host a LAN server on Unturned. If you’re new to Unturned, it is a popular sandbox survival game that allows players to explore, scavenge, and survive in a post-apocalyptic world. Hosting a LAN server can provide you and your friends with a private game world where you can play and experiment without interference from other players. In this article, we’ll go through everything you need to know to set up your own private LAN server on Unturned.

What You Will Need

Firstly, let’s look at what you need to get started. Here is a list of items you will need before setting up your server:

Once you have all the necessary items, we can move on to the next step.

Step 1: Install the Unturned Server Software

The first step is to download and install the Unturned server software. Here’s how:

1. Go to the official Unturned website and download the server software.
2. Open the downloaded file and extract the contents to a folder on your computer.
3. Open the folder and run the “Unturned.exe” file to launch the server software.
4. Configure your server settings, including server name, password, game mode, and other options.

Your server is now up and running! The next step is to configure your router to allow incoming connections to the server.

Step 2: Configure Your Router

To allow incoming connections to your server, you will need to forward a port on your router. Here’s how:

1. Open your router’s configuration page by entering its IP address (usually 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1) into your web browser.
2. Find the “Port Forwarding” section.
3. Create a new port forwarding rule for UDP port 25444 (or the port you specified in the server settings) and direct it to your computer’s IP address.

Your router is now configured to allow incoming connections to your server. The next step is to connect to the server from the game client.

Step 3: Connect to the Server

Now that your server is up and running, you can connect to it from the Unturned game client. Here’s how:

1. Open the Unturned game client on the computer you want to connect from.
2. Click “Play” and select “LAN” from the server list.
3. Select the server you just set up from the list.
4. Enter the server password (if you set one) and click “Join”.

You’re now connected to your own private LAN server on Unturned! Enjoy exploring and surviving with your friends in a private game world.

FAQ

1. Can I host a LAN server without port forwarding?

No, port forwarding is necessary to allow incoming connections to your server from computers outside your LAN network.

2. Can I customize my server settings?

Yes, you can customize your server settings to fit your preferences, including server name, password, game mode, and more.

3. Can I play with mods on my LAN server?

Yes, you can install and play with mods on your LAN server. However, all players will need to have the same mods installed to join the server.

4. Can I host a LAN server on a Mac?

Yes, the Unturned server software is compatible with Mac and can be downloaded and installed in the same way as on Windows.

5. Can I host a LAN server on Linux?

Yes, the Unturned server software is compatible with Linux and can be downloaded and installed in the same way as on Windows.

Thank you for reading this guide on how to host a LAN server on Unturned. We hope you found it helpful and that you enjoy playing on your own private server with your friends. If you have any further questions or issues, feel free to refer to the official Unturned website for more information.