Mount and Blade Warband: How to Host a Server

Hello Dev, if you’re a fan of the Mount and Blade Warband game, then you know how exciting it is to play with friends. However, playing on a public server can get crowded and chaotic. That’s why hosting your own server can be a great solution. In this article, we’ll guide you step by step on how to host a server for Mount and Blade Warband. Let’s get started!

1. System Requirements

Before diving into hosting a server, let’s first discuss the system requirements. Your computer must meet the following minimum requirements:

Minimum Requirements	Recommended Requirements
Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, or 10	Windows 10
512 MB RAM	1 GB RAM
2.0 GHz processor	2.5 GHz processor or better
1 GB available hard drive space	2 GB available hard drive space

Make sure your computer meets these requirements to ensure that your server runs smoothly.

2. Downloading the Dedicated Server Files

To host a server, you’ll need to download the dedicated server files from the official Mount and Blade Warband website. Follow these steps:

1. Go to the official website: https://www.taleworlds.com/en/Games/Warband/DedicatedServer
2. Click on the “Download” button
3. Select the appropriate version for your operating system
4. Save the file on your computer

Once downloaded, extract the files to a location on your computer where they’ll be easily accessible.

3. Creating a Server Configuration File

Next, you’ll need to create a server configuration file. This file will contain all the settings for your server, such as the server name and password. Follow these steps:

1. Open Notepad (or any text editor)
2. Copy and paste the following text:

hostname "My Server Name"password "My Password"max_players 32num_bots 10

3. Change the values to your desired settings
4. Save the file with the name “server_config.txt” in the same directory as the dedicated server files

Your configuration file is now ready!

4. Port Forwarding

Before starting your server, you’ll need to configure port forwarding on your router. This will allow other players to connect to your server. Follow these steps:

1. Open your router settings by typing your router’s IP address into a web browser
2. Find the “Port Forwarding” section
3. Add a new port forwarding rule for port 7240 (or any other port you’ve specified in your configuration file)
4. Save the settings

Now you’re ready to start your server.

5. Starting the Server

Now that you’ve completed the previous steps, you can finally start your server. Follow these steps:

1. Open the dedicated server folder
2. Double-click the “mb_server” file
3. Your server should now be up and running!

6. Customizing Your Server

Now that your server is running, you can customize it even further. Follow these steps:

1. Open the configuration file with Notepad (or any text editor)
2. Change any values to your desired settings
3. Save the file

Every time you make changes to the configuration file, you’ll need to restart the server for the changes to take effect.

FAQ

Q: Can I host a server on a Mac?

A: Yes, you can host a server on a Mac by downloading the dedicated server files for Mac from the official website.

Q: Can I host a server on a Linux machine?

A: Yes, you can host a server on a Linux machine by downloading the dedicated server files for Linux from the official website.

Q: How can I check if my server is running?

A: Open Mount and Blade Warband and click on “Multiplayer”. Then click on “Direct Connect” and enter “localhost” in the IP address field. If you see your server in the list, then it’s running.

Q: Can I run a server and play the game at the same time?

A: Yes, you can run your server and play the game at the same time on the same computer.

Q: How can I connect to my server?

A: Open Mount and Blade Warband and click on “Multiplayer”. Then click on “Direct Connect” and enter your public IP address (which can be found by searching “what is my IP” on Google) followed by a colon and the port number you specified in your configuration file (e.g. 123.45.67.89:7240).

That’s it, Dev! You’re now ready to host your own Mount and Blade Warband server. Have fun playing with your friends!