Creating your own Hytale server to play with friends may seem challenging, but it's simpler than it appears. Hytale is designed for multiplayer, where exploration, survival, and PvE adventures become more exciting with friends. This guide will teach you how to create a Hytale server and play online multiplayer.
How to Create a Hytale Server: Complete Guide 2026
Published: Jan 18, 2026
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Learn how to create your own Hytale server to play with friends. Step-by-step guide on creating in-game servers, joining via code, and using dedicated servers.
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Introduction
How to Create a Hytale Server In-Game
Hytale supports creating a server directly in-game. The process is available only on PC, as Hytale doesn't support consoles. To create an online world, follow these steps: load your single-player world, press ESC to open the pause menu, select Online Play, toggle Allow Other Players to Join to ON, press Save and copy the sharing code. For security, you can set a password.
Network Setup for Server
When creating a server, network settings are important. If your network doesn't support UPnP, you'll need to manually forward ports through your router's admin panel or enable UPnP. Remember: the connection code contains your IP address, so only share it with trusted people. For more stable operation, consider using a dedicated server.
How to Join a Hytale Server via Code
To join a friend's server, follow simple steps: from the main menu go to Servers section, click Join via Code and paste the received code, enter password if required, click Connect to enter the world. This method is suitable for quickly connecting to friends' servers.
Using Dedicated Hytale Servers
Dedicated servers provide more stable operation and constant availability. You can create a server from scratch using scripts or purchase a ready-made hosting. Many Hytale server hosting providers are available online. To join a dedicated server, go to Servers, click DIRECT CONNECT, paste the IP address and port, then connect. You can also click ADD SERVER and save the server with a name for convenience.
Conclusion
Creating a Hytale server opens wide opportunities for multiplayer with friends. You can use built-in game tools for quick setup or configure a dedicated server for stable operation. Multiplayer in Hytale makes the game more engaging and social. To find servers or explore examples, visit our Hytale server directory - this is a link to the /en/servers page where the best community servers are collected.