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Learn how to find your Stormworks game server in the in-game server list, join it, and troubleshoot common connection issues → Learn more
10 November 20264 min read0 Views0 helpful
Introduction
Want to take on rescue missions and build vehicles with your friends on your own Stormworks: Build and Rescue game server, but aren't sure how to join it? No worries—we've got you covered! We'll show you what you need and how to find and join your server in the game.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
In the main menu, click the Multiplayer icon, switch to the Internet tab, enter your server name in the search field, and click Join to the right of your server. If you've set a server password, the game will ask you to enter it. Stormworks doesn't support connecting by IP address.
In the Configuration tab, under Startup Parameters, in the Server Name field. By default, your server is called ZapX Stormworks Server.
Check that your server is online, and wait a moment after restarting it. If Publicly Visible is set to false, the server is intentionally hidden. Search for the exact server name, turn off filters, and click Refresh List.
The game and server versions don't match. Update your game through Steam or install an available server update from the Overview. Then refresh the list by clicking Refresh List.
In the Configuration tab, under Startup Parameters, enter a password in the Server Password field, save your changes, and restart the server. Leave the field blank to use no password.
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Requirements
A few things need to be in place before you can connect:
You and your friends need Stormworks: Build and Rescue on Steam and must be signed in to Steam. The game and server must be up to date, or you won't be able to join.
Your server must be fully started. You can check whether it's online in the Overview.
Get your server details
You can find the most important information about your server in your game server dashboard:
The Overview shows your server status and its IP address and port.
In the Configuration tab, under Startup Parameters, you'll find the Server Name (by default, ZapX Stormworks Server), the Server Password, and the Publicly Visible setting.
Info
You can only join Stormworks servers through the in-game server list. Connecting by IP address isn't possible, not even through the Steam server browser. That's why the Server Name is especially important: it's how you find your server in the list. Choose a unique name to make it easier to find.
Find your server in the game
Start Stormworks: Build and Rescue and click the icon with two people (Multiplayer) in the main menu.
Switch to the Internet tab at the top.
Enter your Server Name, or part of it, in the search field above the list.
Click the checkmark button (Join) to the right of your server. If you've set a Server Password, the game will ask you to enter it.
Tip
After starting or restarting, your server may take a little while to appear in the list. If you can't find it right away, wait a moment and then click the circular arrow button (Refresh List) above the list on the right.
Server list visibility
The Publicly Visible field determines whether your server appears in the public server list. The default value is true. If you set it to false, your server will be hidden from the list. Since Stormworks doesn't support connecting by IP address, you and your friends will then no longer be able to find it in the game. So leave the value set to true and use a Server Password to protect your server instead if needed.
Password and player count
Password: Set a password for your server in the Server Password field. Leave it blank to use no password.
Player count: Set how many players can join at the same time in the Max. Players field. The default is 8.
After you save, ZapX will offer to restart the server so the changes take effect.
Common issues and solutions
Server doesn't appear in the list
First, check in the Overview that your server is online, and wait a moment after restarting it. If Publicly Visible is set to false, your server is intentionally hidden from the list. Also, search for the exact Server Name, turn off any filters in the list, and click Refresh List.
Server is shown as out of date
If the list shows [SERVER OUT OF DATE] for your server, the game and server versions don't match. Update your game through Steam. If your server is older than your game, install the update from the Overview: you'll see the installed version under Update Settings, and ZapX will display an Update available notice with an Apply Update button as soon as a new server version is available. After an update, your server may still appear as out of date in the list for a short time. Click Refresh List again.
Password isn't accepted
Check that you're using the correct uppercase and lowercase letters. If you've changed the password, restart your server for the change to take effect.
Join request is rejected
If there are entries in the <whitelist> section of the server_data/server_config.xml file, your server will only let those players join. Check the section in the Files tab and add your friends' Steam64 IDs, or clear the section if everyone should be able to join. If your server is full, increase the player count in the Max. Players field.
Still having trouble or unsure what to do
Still having problems after troubleshooting? Check out our Common Issues guide. If that doesn't help, our support team is here for you every day. Just create a Support Chat in your ZapX customer account and describe your issue in as much detail as possible. We'll look into it as soon as we can and help you resolve it!
Conclusion
Congratulations! If you've followed all the steps, you should now be connected to your server. For an overview of all the sections of your server in ZapX, see our Dashboard Overview guide. Become an Admin shows you how to give yourself admin rights. Our support team is available every day if you have more questions or need help! 🙂
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