How to Join a Hytale Server

Ready to jump into multiplayer Hytale? This guide walks you through connecting to a Hytale server, whether it’s a public community server, a friend’s private server, or your own hosted server.

What You’ll Need

• Hytale installed on your PC
• Server IP address (and port if non-default)
• Server password (if the server is private)
• Stable internet connection

Finding Your Server Details

For Hosted Servers (XGamingServer)

1. Log into your XGamingServer control panel
2. Select your Hytale server
3. Find your IP:Port in the server details (e.g., 123.456.789.0:25565)

For Friend’s Server

Ask your friend for:

• Server IP address
• Port number (if not default)
• Password (if required)

For Self-Hosted Servers

• Same network: Use local IP (e.g., 192.168.1.100)
• Different network: Use public IP (find at whatismyip.com)

Joining a Server

Method 1: Server Browser

For public servers:

1. Launch Hytale
2. Click Multiplayer from the main menu
3. Browse the server list
4. Use filters to find servers (game mode, player count, region)
5. Click on a server to view details
6. Click Join

Method 2: Direct Connect

For private or unlisted servers:

1. Launch Hytale
2. Click Multiplayer
3. Click Direct Connect or Add Server
4. Enter the server address:
   • Format: IP:Port (e.g., play.example.com:25565)
   • If using default port, just enter the IP
5. Enter server password if required
6. Click Connect

Method 3: Saved Servers

1. Go to Multiplayer → Server List
2. Click Add Server
3. Enter a name for the server
4. Enter the IP:Port
5. Save the server
6. Connect anytime from your saved list

Server-Side Content

One of Hytale’s unique features: you don’t need to install mods.

When you connect to a modded Hytale server:

• The server sends all custom content automatically
• Custom blocks, items, NPCs load on connection
• Your client stays clean – no mod installations
• Each server can have unique content

This means you can hop between different modded servers without managing mod files!

Troubleshooting Connection Issues

Can’t Connect to Server

• Verify server is online – Check with server owner or control panel
• Check IP and port – Typos are common
• Firewall issues – Ensure Hytale is allowed through your firewall
• VPN interference – Try disabling VPN if using one

Connection Timeout

• Server may be starting up – wait and retry
• Server may be full – check player count
• Network issues – restart router/modem
• Server crashed – contact server admin

Wrong Password

• Passwords are case-sensitive
• Check for extra spaces
• Request password again from server owner

Version Mismatch

• Update your Hytale client
• Or wait for server to update
• Client and server must match versions

High Latency / Lag

• Choose servers closer to your region
• Check your internet connection
• Close bandwidth-heavy applications
• Use wired connection instead of WiFi

Server Types

Official Servers

Hypixel Studios may run official servers:

• Guaranteed uptime
• No password required
• Standard rules and gameplay

Community Servers

Player-run public servers:

• Custom game modes
• Unique mods and content
• Community rules
• Variable quality

Private Servers

For friends and small groups:

• Password protected
• Whitelist options
• Full control over settings

Playing with Friends

1. Get a server – Rent one or have a friend host
2. Share connection details – IP, port, and password
3. Connect together – Use voice chat to coordinate
4. Same server, same adventure!

Finding Good Servers

When choosing a community server, consider:

• Ping/Latency – Lower is better (under 100ms ideal)
• Player count – Active servers are more fun
• Server rules – Match your playstyle
• Uptime – Established servers are more reliable
• Community – Check Discord/forums for server reputation