How to Host a Project Zomboid Server for Friends

Hello Dev, are you looking to host a Project Zomboid server for you and your friends? Look no further! In this guide, we will go through the steps you need to take to set up and host your own server, so you and your friends can survive the apocalypse together.

Step 1: Requirements

Before you start hosting your own server, there are a few things you need to take into consideration. First, you need to make sure you have a server that meets the following requirements:

Requirement	Description
Operating System	Windows, Linux, Mac OS X
Processor	Intel Dual-Core 2.4 GHz or higher
RAM	4GB or higher
Storage	At least 10GB of free space

If you meet these requirements, you can move on to the next step.

Step 2: Downloading the Server Files

The next step is to download the Project Zomboid server files from the official website. You can download the files from the following link: https://projectzomboid.com/download-server/. Make sure you download the version that matches the game version of your client.

Once the download is complete, extract the files to a location where you want to store the server files. It is recommended to create a separate folder for this purpose.

Step 3: Configuring the Server

The next step is to configure the server. To do this, open the “server.ini” file located in the “ProjectZomboid” folder. This file contains all the settings for your server.

Here are some of the most important settings you need to consider:

Server Settings

The server settings control how the server behaves. Here are some of the most important settings:

• Public: Determines whether your server appears in the public server list or not.
• MaxPlayers: The maximum number of players allowed on your server.
• PauseEmpty: Determines whether the server pauses when there are no players online.
• MaxZombies: The maximum number of zombies allowed on your server.

World Settings

The world settings control how the game world behaves. Here are some of the most important settings:

• WorldName: The name of your world.
• HoursForLootRespawn: The number of in-game hours it takes for loot to respawn.
• SpawnPoint: The location where players spawn when they join your server.

After you have configured the settings to your liking, save the file and exit.

Step 4: Starting the Server

The next step is to start the server. To do this, navigate to the “ProjectZomboid” folder in a command prompt or terminal window, and execute the following command:

start-server.bat

This will start the server, and you should see a console window pop up. This console window shows you the output of the server, and any errors or warnings that occur. If everything goes well, you should see a message saying “Server started successfully!”.

Step 5: Connecting to the Server

The final step is to connect to the server. To do this, start Project Zomboid on your client, and click on “Multiplayer” in the main menu. Then, click on “Add Server”, and enter the IP address of your server, along with the port number (which is 16261 by default). Finally, click on “Connect”, and you should be connected to the server!

FAQ

Q: How do I configure the server settings?

A: You can configure the server settings by editing the “server.ini” file located in the “ProjectZomboid” folder. This file contains all the settings for your server. Make sure you save the file after making changes.

Q: How do I start the server?

A: To start the server, navigate to the “ProjectZomboid” folder in a command prompt or terminal window, and execute the “start-server.bat” file.

Q: How do I connect to the server?

A: To connect to the server, start Project Zomboid on your client, and click on “Multiplayer” in the main menu. Then, click on “Add Server”, and enter the IP address of your server, along with the port number (which is 16261 by default). Finally, click on “Connect”.

Q: Can I run the server on a Linux or Mac OS X machine?

A: Yes, you can run the server on a Linux or Mac OS X machine, as long as it meets the requirements outlined in Step 1.

Q: Can I change the game settings?

A: Yes, you can change the game settings by editing the “server.ini” file located in the “ProjectZomboid” folder. This file contains all the settings for your server.