Setting Up Server Connections

Now that the server is created, how do you allow players to join?

Server and Game on the Same Computer

If your game and server are on the same computer, you can connect using the local IP address.

Local IP Address :  127.0.0.1:port-number
Example :          127.0.0.1:8211

In the game, click "Join Multiplayer Game (Dedicated Server)":

Enter the IP address in the bottom input box and click "Connect":

Congratulations, you have successfully joined the server! (Enjoy your game!)

Server and Game on Different Computers (Other Players)

If you want to allow other players to connect to the server, or if your game and server are set up on different computers, there are several ways to configure server connections:

Using VPN Connection

• Advantages: Easy setup, relatively secure, free.

• Disadvantages: Each player needs to install and join the same VPN network.

Please refer to: Using VPN Connection

Direct IP Connection

• Advantages: Players only need to open the game and enter the IP to play.

• Disadvantages: Setup can be complicated, network may be vulnerable to attacks, and additional costs may be incurred.

Please refer to: Using Direct IP Connection