How To Create A Palworld Dedicated Server - Updated 2024

This is the easiest, most updated way to setup a powerful Palworld dedicated server in 2024!
Palworld is a global phenomenon, having released on 19/01/2024 and selling over 2 million copies by 20/01/2024. One of the many things about the Pokémon-inspired survival game that fans are raving about are dedicated servers. A dedicated server allows users to host their official world, whether on their own machine or through a service provider like PingRite. One of the many questions that are arising is 'How do I host a Palworld Dedicated Server?' - don't worry, we're here to answer that question!
Use a game server host
This is an easy one. You can use a game server host like PingRite to purchase and set up a a server for yourself, without needing to port forward or use your own machine to host. This is the best option because it simply means you can purchase your server, press 'play' on the server dashboard and connect in-game, and it's as easy as that!
Use your own machine
- Open up your steam client.
- Head over to your Steam Library, and ensure 'Tools' is in your Library search filter.
- Then, type 'Palworld' and select the 'Palworld Dedicated Server' option.
- Install and launch the server software.
- To launch a public community server, hit the 'Open and start as a community server' button. If not, select 'Play Palworld Dedicated Server' and hit play.
- When that happens, your server console should launch. This console cannot be closed, otherwise your server will shut down.
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