How to Set Up a Dedicated Valheim Server

Hello Dev, are you looking to set up a dedicated Valheim server for you and your friends to play together? Look no further – we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of setting up your own server step by step. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Choosing a Hosting Service

The first step in setting up your dedicated Valheim server is to choose a hosting service. You have a few options here:

Option 1: Host the Server on Your Own Computer

If you have a powerful enough computer and a reliable internet connection, you can choose to host the server on your own machine. This is the most cost-effective option, but it does require some technical knowledge.

Pros:

• Cost-effective
• You have complete control over the server

Cons:

• Requires technical knowledge
• Your internet connection may not be reliable enough to handle the traffic
• Your computer may not be powerful enough to handle the server

Option 2: Rent a Virtual Private Server (VPS)

If you don’t want to host the server on your own machine, you can rent a VPS from a hosting provider. This option is more expensive than hosting the server on your own machine, but it’s less technical and more reliable.

Pros:

• More reliable than hosting the server on your own machine
• You have complete control over the server

Cons:

• More expensive than hosting the server on your own machine
• Requires some technical knowledge

Option 3: Rent a Game Server Hosting Service

If you don’t want to deal with the technical aspects of setting up a server, you can rent a game server hosting service. This option is the most expensive, but it’s also the easiest.

Pros:

• Easiest option
• No technical knowledge required
• You have access to customer support

Cons:

• Most expensive option
• You have less control over the server

Step 2: Installing Valheim Dedicated Server

Once you’ve chosen your hosting service, it’s time to install the Valheim dedicated server. The process here will vary depending on your hosting service, but the basic steps are as follows:

Step 1: Install SteamCMD

To install the Valheim dedicated server, you’ll need to use SteamCMD. SteamCMD is a command-line version of the Steam client that allows you to install games and updates on dedicated servers. You can download SteamCMD from the Steam website.

Step 2: Create a New Steam Account

Next, you’ll need to create a new Steam account specifically for your server. This is because the server needs to be running on a separate account from the one you use to play the game.

Step 3: Install Valheim Dedicated Server

With SteamCMD and your new Steam account set up, you can now install the Valheim dedicated server. The command to install the server is as follows:

app_update 896660 validate

This will download and install the Valheim dedicated server on your machine.

Step 4: Configure the Server

Once the server is installed, you’ll need to configure it to your liking. This includes setting up server passwords, configuring server settings, and more. We’ll cover this in more detail in the next section.

Step 3: Configuring the Valheim Dedicated Server

With the Valheim dedicated server installed, it’s time to configure it to your liking. Here are the basic steps:

Step 1: Set Up Server Passwords

One of the first things you’ll want to do is set up server passwords. This will prevent random people from joining your server without your permission.

You can set up passwords by editing the server’s config file. The config file is located in the installation directory of the server.

Step 2: Configure Server Settings

Next, you’ll want to configure the server settings to your liking. This includes things like the server name, world seed, difficulty level, and more.

Again, you can configure these settings by editing the server’s config file.

Step 3: Add Mods (Optional)

If you want to add mods to your Valheim dedicated server, you can do so by installing them in the server’s mods folder. The mods folder is located in the installation directory of the server.

Step 4: Launching the Valheim Dedicated Server

With the server installed and configured, it’s time to launch it. The command to launch the server is as follows:

valheim_server -name "My Server" -port 2456 -world "Dedicated" -password "mypassword"

This will launch the server with the name “My Server”, port 2456, world “Dedicated”, and password “mypassword”. You can adjust these settings to your liking.

Step 5: Connecting to Your Valheim Dedicated Server

Finally, it’s time to connect to your Valheim dedicated server. To do so, you’ll need to launch the game and click “Join Game”. From there, you can search for your server by name or IP address.

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Congratulations, Dev! You’ve now successfully set up your own dedicated Valheim server. Have fun playing with your friends!