Palworld Multiplayer & Crossplay Guide

Palworld Multiplayer Overview

Palworld supports up to 32 players on a dedicated server with full crossplay between Steam, Xbox, PlayStation 5, and Mac. This guide covers how to connect players from all platforms to your HostedGG server.

Crossplay Support

Crossplay is enabled by default on HostedGG servers. All platforms play in the same world with no restrictions on gameplay.

Connecting from Steam (PC)

Direct IP Connect

1. Launch Palworld
2. Click Join Multiplayer Game
3. Find the IP input at the bottom of the screen
4. Enter your server's IP:Port (e.g., 123.45.67.89:8211)
5. Click Connect

Community Server Browser

1. Launch Palworld
2. Click Join Multiplayer Game
3. Browse Community Servers
4. Search for your server name
5. Click to join (enter password if set)

Connecting from Xbox

1. Launch Palworld
2. Select Join Multiplayer Game
3. Browse the server list or use Search
4. Find your server by name
5. Enter the password if required
6. Click Join

Tip: If you can't find your server, make sure it's set to Public in the server settings and that crossplay is enabled.

Connecting from PlayStation 5

1. Launch Palworld
2. Select Join Multiplayer Game
3. Browse the server list
4. Search for your server by name
5. Enter password if set
6. Join the server

Connecting from Mac

Mac players connect the same way as Steam PC players — either via direct IP or the community server browser.

Multiplayer Settings

Guild System

Palworld uses a guild system for multiplayer:

Guilds share bases, Pals assigned to bases, and resource access. Each player can belong to one guild.

Player Limits

PvP Settings

If you want player-vs-player combat:

• Enable Allow PvP in server settings
• Configure PvP Damage Multiplier for balance
• Set PvP Rules (can players damage bases?)

Troubleshooting Connection Issues

"Server Not Found"

• Verify the server is running in your HostedGG dashboard
• Check that the IP and port are correct
• Ensure the server is set to Public if using the browser
• Wait 2-3 minutes after server start for it to appear in listings

"Connection Timed Out"

• The server may be restarting (check dashboard status)
• The server may have run out of memory — check RAM usage and restart if needed
• Try connecting via direct IP instead of the browser

"Version Mismatch"

• Ensure your game client is updated to the latest version
• The server updates automatically; a client update may be needed
• Restart the server after a game update to ensure it picks up the new version

Xbox/PS5 Can't Find Server

• Verify crossplay is enabled in server startup settings
• Make sure the server is set to Public
• Restart the server after changing crossplay settings
• Check that the server is online in the HostedGG dashboard

Performance Tips for Multiplayer

• Schedule regular restarts (every 4-6 hours) to manage memory leaks
• Monitor RAM usage in the dashboard — restart if it exceeds plan limits
• Limit base count per player if performance drops with many bases
• Reduce Pal spawn rates if the server is struggling with many entities

Next Steps

• Configure all server settings
• Server setup guide
• Pal breeding guide

Related Blog Posts

• Palworld Server Hosting Guide
• Palworld Breeding Guide
• Palworld Base Building Guide