Palworld Server Setup Guide

Getting Started with Your Palworld Server

Your Palworld server is ready within 60 seconds of checkout. Here's how to get your Palpagos Islands adventure online.

Server Plans

Important: Palworld's server software has known memory leaks. RAM usage grows over time during active play. We strongly recommend 16 GB+ for stable gameplay. Our scheduled restart feature handles this automatically.

Connecting to Your Server

Method 1: Direct IP Connect (PC - Steam)

1. Launch Palworld
2. Click Join Multiplayer Game
3. At the bottom, find the input box showing 127.0.0.1:8211
4. Replace it with your IP Address and Game Port from the dashboard
5. Click Connect

Method 2: Xbox / PS5 / Mac (Crossplay)

1. Launch Palworld
2. Click Join Multiplayer Game
3. Select Community Servers or use the invite code
4. Search for your server name or enter connection details
5. Click Join

Crossplay is enabled by default on HostedGG servers. All platforms connect to the same world.

Initial Server Configuration

Key Startup Settings

Configure from Startup in your dashboard:

Game Settings

Configure from Files > PalWorldSettings.ini:

Setting Up Admins

Adding Admins via RCON

1. Open the Console tab in your dashboard
2. Enter the admin password you set during setup
3. Use admin commands to manage the server

Useful Admin Commands

Managing Memory Leaks

Palworld's dedicated server has known memory leak issues. Here's how to manage them:

Scheduled Restarts (Recommended)

1. Go to Schedules in your dashboard
2. Create a new schedule
3. Set action to Restart
4. Set interval to every 4-6 hours
5. Enable the schedule

This automatically restarts your server at regular intervals, clearing accumulated memory.

Manual Restart

If your server becomes laggy:

1. Click Restart in your dashboard
2. The server saves, stops, and starts fresh
3. All player progress is preserved

Server Ports

Palworld uses two ports:

Both are pre-configured on HostedGG. No port forwarding needed.

Quick Setup Checklist

After your server is running:

1. Set server name and password
2. Set admin password
3. Configure XP and catch rates if desired
4. Set up scheduled restarts (every 4-6 hours recommended)
5. Share IP and port with friends
6. Enable/configure crossplay settings if needed

Next Steps

• Configure all server settings
• Set up multiplayer and crossplay
• Learn about Pal breeding on your server

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