How to Host the Forest Server

Welcome, Dev! Hosting a server for The Forest can be a daunting task, but fear not. In this guide, we will take you through the step-by-step process of hosting a server for The Forest so you can play with your friends. Let’s get started.

Requirements

Before we dive into hosting the server, make sure you have the following requirements:

Requirements	Description
The Forest game	You need to own the game on Steam.
Computer	You need a computer to host the server.
Internet Connection	You need a stable internet connection for the server to work.

Step 1: Downloading the Server Files

The first thing you need to do is download the server files. You can do this by following these steps:

1. Open Steam.
2. Go to the Library tab and click on Tools.
3. Find The Forest Dedicated Server and install it.

Once it is done installing, you will find the server files in the installation directory. You can access this by right-clicking on The Forest Dedicated Server in your Steam Library and selecting Properties. Then click on Local Files and Browse Local Files.

Step 2: Configuring the Server Settings

The next step is to configure the server settings. You can do this by:

1. Open the server.cfg file in the server files directory.
2. Modify the settings to your liking. There are a lot of settings you can modify, such as the server name, password, and more. Make sure to read the comments in the file to understand what each setting does.
3. Save the file and close it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I change the server name?

You can change the server name by modifying the “hostname” setting in the server.cfg file. Make sure to save the file after modifying it.

How do I set a password for my server?

You can set a password for your server by modifying the “serverpassword” setting in the server.cfg file. Make sure to save the file after modifying it.

Step 3: Starting the Server

After you have configured the server settings, it is time to start the server. You can do this by:

1. Open the server.bat file in the server files directory.
2. The server will start and you should see a console window with some information about the server.
3. Leave the console window open as it is needed for the server to run.

Step 4: Connecting to the Server

Once the server is up and running, you can connect to it by:

1. Open The Forest game on Steam.
2. Click on Play.
3. Click on Dedicated Server.
4. Enter the server name and password (if there is one).
5. Click on Connect.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find my server’s IP address?

You can find your server’s IP address by looking at the console window that opened when you started the server. It should display the IP address and port number.

How many players can join my server?

You can have up to 8 players join your server.

Step 5: Enjoy the Game!

That’s it! You have successfully hosted a server for The Forest. Now you can enjoy the game with your friends. Don’t forget to save your progress and have fun!