How to Host Roguelands Server

Welcome, Dev! If you’re interested in hosting a Roguelands server, you’ve come to the right place. This journal article will guide you through the entire process, from installing the necessary software to configuring your server settings. By the end of this article, you’ll have a fully functional Roguelands server that you can share with your friends or the world!

Part 1: Installing the Server Software

The first step in hosting a Roguelands server is to install the necessary software. You’ll need to download and install the following:

Once you’ve downloaded and installed both the Roguelands Server and the Java SE Development Kit, you’re ready to move on to the next step.

Part 2: Configuring your Server Settings

Before you can start your Roguelands server, you’ll need to configure your server settings. Here’s how:

Step 1: Edit the server.properties file

The server.properties file is where you can configure all the settings for your server. You’ll need to open this file in a text editor and make the necessary changes. Here are some of the most important settings:

Make sure to save your changes to the server.properties file before moving on to the next step.

Step 2: Configure your Router

In order for players to be able to connect to your server, your router needs to be configured to allow traffic through the port that your server is using. Here’s how to do it:

1. Log in to your router’s settings page.

2. Find the Port Forwarding section.

3. Add a new port forwarding rule for the port that your server is using. Make sure to forward the traffic to the IP address of the computer that is running the server.

That’s it! Your server should now be ready to start.

Part 3: Starting Your Server

Now that your server is configured, it’s time to start it up. Here’s how:

Step 1: Launch the Server Software

Open the Roguelands Server software that you downloaded earlier. You should see a console window open up.

Step 2: Start the Server

Type “start” (without the quotes) into the console window and hit Enter. The server will start up and you should see messages indicating that it is running.

Step 3: Join Your Server

Now that your server is running, you can join it from within the Roguelands game. Just select “Multiplayer” from the main menu and then choose “Join Server”. Enter the IP address and port that you configured earlier and you should be able to connect to your server.

Part 4: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I run a Roguelands server on a VPS?

A: Yes, you can run a Roguelands server on a VPS. Just make sure to install the necessary software and configure your server settings as described in this article.

Q: How do I set up a password for my server?

A: To set up a password for your server, you’ll need to add the following line to your server.properties file:

server-password=[password]

Replace [password] with the actual password that you want to use. Make sure to save your changes to the file and restart your server for the changes to take effect.

Q: Can I modify the game files on my server?

A: Yes, you can modify the game files on your server. Just make sure to back up the original files first in case you need to revert your changes.

Q: How do I update my server to the latest version of Roguelands?

A: To update your server to the latest version of Roguelands, you’ll need to download and install the latest version of the Roguelands Server software. You can find the download link on the Roguelands website.

Once you’ve installed the latest version of the server software, you’ll need to replace the old game files with the new ones. Make sure to back up the old files first in case you need to revert your changes.

That’s it, Dev! You’re now ready to host your own Roguelands server. We hope this article was helpful and that you enjoy playing with your friends or the world!