How to Host an Unturned Server for Friends

Hello Dev, welcome to this journal article about hosting an Unturned server for your friends. Playing with friends can make the game more enjoyable and exciting. By hosting your own server, you can have full control over the game settings and allow your friends to join at any time. In this article, we will give you a step-by-step guide on how to set up and host an Unturned server for your friends. Let’s get started!

1. Choosing the Right Server Software

The first step in hosting an Unturned server is to choose the right server software. There are many server software options available, but the most popular ones are Rocket and U3DS. Rocket is more user-friendly and has more features, while U3DS is more customizable and has better performance. Choose the one that suits your needs best.

1.1 Rocket Server Software

Rocket is a popular server software for Unturned, and it is easy to use. Here are the steps to set up a Rocket server:

Step	Instructions
Step 1	Download the Rocket software from the official website.
Step 2	Extract the files to a folder on your computer.
Step 3	Open the folder and run the RocketLauncher.exe file.
Step 4	Configure the server settings, such as the server name and password.
Step 5	Click on the Launch button to start the server.

It’s that simple to set up a Rocket server. Now let’s move on to U3DS.

1.2 U3DS Server Software

U3DS is a more customizable server software for Unturned, and it offers better performance. Here are the steps to set up a U3DS server:

Step	Instructions
Step 1	Download the U3DS software from the official website.
Step 2	Extract the files to a folder on your computer.
Step 3	Open the folder and run the Server.exe file.
Step 4	Configure the server settings, such as the server name and password.
Step 5	Click on the Launch button to start the server.

Now that you know how to choose the right server software, let’s move on to the next step.

2. Port Forwarding

In order for your friends to be able to join your server, you need to forward the port on your router. This process may vary depending on your router, but here are the general steps:

1. Open your router’s configuration page in a web browser.
2. Find the Port Forwarding section.
3. Add a new rule for Unturned.
4. Enter the server IP address and the port number (default is 27015).
5. Save the changes.

Now that you have forwarded the port, your friends should be able to join your server using your external IP address and the port number. Let’s move on to the next step.

3. Server Configuration

Once you have set up the server software and forwarded the port, you need to configure the server settings. Here are the most important settings to consider:

3.1 Server Name

You should choose a unique name for your server, so your friends can easily recognize it. You can change the server name in the server configuration file.

3.2 Password

You can set a password for your server to prevent unauthorized access. You can change the password in the server configuration file.

3.3 Map

You can choose a map for your server from the list of available maps. You can change the map in the server configuration file.

3.4 Game Mode

You can choose a game mode for your server from the list of available game modes. You can change the game mode in the server configuration file.

3.5 Player Slots

You can set the maximum number of players that can join your server. You can change the player slots in the server configuration file.

3.6 Difficulty

You can set the difficulty level for your server. You can change the difficulty in the server configuration file.

Now that you have configured the server settings, let’s move on to the next step.

4. Adding Mods

If you want to add mods to your server, you need to download and install the mods on your server. Here are the steps to install mods:

1. Download the mods from the Steam Workshop or a modding website.
2. Extract the mods to the server folder.
3. Activate the mods in the server configuration file.

Now that you have added mods to your server, your friends can join and enjoy the new features. Let’s move on to the next step.

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

After you have set up and hosted your server, you need to perform regular maintenance and troubleshoot any issues that arise. Here are some tips:

5.1 Backups

You should regularly back up your server files to prevent data loss. You can use a backup plugin or manually copy the files to a backup folder.

5.2 Updates

You should regularly update your server software and mods to ensure compatibility and security. You can check for updates through the server configuration file or the modding websites.

5.3 Common Issues

If you experience any issues with your server, such as crashes or lag, you can try the following solutions:

1. Restart the server.
2. Check the server logs for error messages.
3. Disable any incompatible mods.
4. Reduce the number of players or the server settings.

If you still cannot solve the issue, you can ask for help on the Unturned forums or the server software websites.

FAQ

Q1. How many players can join my server?

A1. You can set the maximum number of players in the server configuration file. The default is 24 players.

Q2. Can I customize the server settings?

A2. Yes, you can customize the server settings in the server configuration file.

Q3. How do I add mods to my server?

A3. You can download and install mods on your server by following the instructions in the mod files.

Q4. How do I update my server software?

A4. You can check for updates through the server configuration file or the server software websites.

Q5. How do I troubleshoot server issues?

A5. You can restart the server, check the server logs, disable incompatible mods, or ask for help on the Unturned forums or the server software websites.

Now that you have learned how to host an Unturned server for your friends, you can enjoy playing together and creating new memories. Thank you for reading this journal article, Dev, and we hope it was helpful.