Join Your 7 Days to Die Server

There are several ways to connect to your 7 Days to Die server.

Method 1: In-Game Server Browser

1. Launch 7 Days to Die
2. Click Join a Game from the main menu
3. Use the filters to search by server name or region
4. Select your server from the list and click Connect
5. Enter the password if prompted

📝 Note: Your server must have ServerVisibility set to 2 (public) to appear in the browser. See Server Configuration.

Method 2: Direct IP Connect

1. From the main menu, click Join a Game
2. Click Connect to IP...
3. Enter your server IP address (found in the XGamingServer Panel dashboard)
4. Enter the port (default: 26900)
5. Enter the password if required
6. Click Connect

Method 3: Steam Server Browser

1. In your Steam client, go to View → Game Servers
2. Click the Favorites tab, then Add a Server
3. Enter your server's IP:Port (e.g., 192.168.1.1:26900)
4. Click Add this address to favorites
5. Select the server and click Connect

Connection Troubleshooting

Required Network Ports

For players to connect, the server needs these UDP ports open:

💡 Tip: On XGamingServer, ports are configured automatically. If using direct IP, find your assigned ports on the panel Dashboard page.

Related Guides

• Server Configuration
• Crossplay Setup
• Ports Reference