StarRupture Multiplayer Guide
Complete guide to playing StarRupture multiplayer. Learn about co-op, dedicated servers, hosting options, and how to play with friends.
StarRupture supports co-op multiplayer for up to 4 players on a dedicated server. This guide covers everything you need to know about playing with friends.
Multiplayer Options
StarRupture offers two ways to play multiplayer:
| Method | Description | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dedicated Server | A standalone server that runs 24/7 | Always online, better performance, full control | Requires hosting |
| Peer-to-Peer | One player hosts directly | Free, easy to set up | Host must be online, worse performance |
A dedicated server is the recommended way to play with friends, especially for longer sessions and persistent worlds.
Setting Up Multiplayer
Get a Dedicated Server
Sign up for a StarRupture server at xgamingserver.com. Your server will be ready in minutes.
Set a Password
Protect your server so only your friends can join. Go to Startup → Basic → Server Password in the XGamingServer Panel. See our password guide.
Share Your Server Details
Share your server IP address and password with your friends. You can find the IP in the panel sidebar.
Connect Together
Each player opens StarRupture, selects Join Game → Dedicated Server, enters the IP and password, and clicks Connect.
Playing Together
Shared World
All players share the same world. Bases, items, and progress are saved on the server. Players can:
- Build factories and bases collaboratively
- Share resources and inventory
- Explore different areas of the map simultaneously
Session Persistence
Your world persists on the server even when all players disconnect. When you reconnect, everything is exactly where you left it.
Player Limit
The official co-op limit is 4 players. While it's technically possible to set MaxPlayers higher in the server configuration, anything above 4 is experimental and may cause lag, desync, or crashes.
Multiplayer Tips
- Coordinate building — Assign different factory sections to different players to avoid overlapping machines
- Use auto-save — The server auto-saves every 5 minutes by default. You can adjust this in the DSSettings.txt
- Restart daily — Schedule automatic restarts via
Schedulesin the sidebar for better server performance - Back up regularly — Use the
Backupsfeature before making major changes to your world
💡 Tip: If a player experiences connection issues, check our troubleshooting guide and ports and firewall guide.
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