StarRupture Server Ports and Firewall Setup

Required ports and firewall configuration for your StarRupture dedicated server. Fix connection issues caused by blocked ports.

StarRupture uses specific network ports for game traffic and Steam queries. If you or your players are having connection issues, make sure these ports are open.

Required Ports

Port	Protocol	Purpose
7777	UDP	Game traffic (players connect through this port)
27015	UDP	Steam query port (server browser listings)

📝 Note: On XGamingServer, these ports are automatically configured for you. This guide is mainly for troubleshooting connection issues or if you need to set up port forwarding on your home network.

Fixing Connection Issues

If players can't connect to your server, try the following steps.

Verify Your Server Is Running

Go to the XGamingServer Panel and check the Dashboard. Your server should show as Running.

Check the Correct IP and Port

Make sure you're using the IP address and port shown in the XGamingServer panel sidebar. The format is IP:Port (e.g., 123.456.789.0:7777).

Verify Your Password

If your server has a password set, make sure the connecting player is entering it correctly. Check the password in Startup → Basic → Server Password.

Restart Your Server

Sometimes a simple restart resolves connection issues. Stop and start your server from the Dashboard.

Check Player's Firewall

If a specific player can't connect, they may need to allow StarRupture through their local firewall:

Windows: Open Windows Defender Firewall → Allow an app through firewall → Add StarRupture
Router: Forward UDP port 7777 if connecting from behind a strict NAT

💡 Tip: If you've tried everything and still can't connect, join our Discord and we'll help troubleshoot.