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In this article, we will cover a basic setup for your Empyrion - Galactic Survival dedicated server.
In this article, we will cover a basic setup for your Empyrion - Galactic Survival dedicated server.
Step 1: Server Set Up
1. Log into the Game Panel. Click Configuration Files then click Config Editor for MyDedicatedConfig.yaml .
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2. Update your server such as adding a Server Name, Description, and Server Password. Once done, click Save and Exit.
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3. Start your server.
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Step 2: Join The Server
There are two ways to join your server. You can join through the Steam game servers or directly in-game.
A. Join via Steam Game Servers
1. Login to your game server then copy your Query Info IP.
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2. Launch Steam. At the upper left corner, click View. A dropdown list will appear. Click Game Servers.
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2. Launch Steam. At the upper left corner, click View. A dropdown list will appear. Click Game Servers.
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3. A pop-up window will appear. Click the +, and then enter the Query Info IP you copied from your game server, then click OK.
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5. Click the server, then click Connect.
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4. Another pop-up window will appear. Some servers require passwords. Enter the password if prompted, then click Join Game.
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5. Click the server, then click Connect.
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4. Another pop-up window will appear. Some servers require passwords. Enter the password if prompted, then click Join Game.
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ADDITIONAL: You can also click the Join button from your game server and follow the prompt that will connect you to your Steam account.
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B. Join In-Game
1. Login to your game server then copy your Connection Info IP.
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2. Launch the game, choose Multiplayer, then enter your Connection Info IP in the Direct IP and Port box, then click Connect.
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3. Enter the server password if prompted.