# Changing Max Players on a The Forest Server (/docs/the-forest/max-players)



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Here is how to change the maximum number of players allowed on your The Forest server.

> 📝 **Note:** The Forest supports a maximum of 8 players on dedicated servers. This is a game limitation and cannot be exceeded.

Changing Max Players [#changing-max-players]

<div className="fd-steps">
  <div className="fd-step">
    Open the Startup Page [#1-open-the-startup-page]

    Log in to the [XGamingServer Panel](https://panel.xgamingserver.com) and select your server. In the sidebar, go to `Startup`.
  </div>

  <div className="fd-step">
    Update Max Players [#2-update-max-players]

    Find the `Max Players` setting and enter your desired number (up to 8).
  </div>

  <div className="fd-step">
    Restart Your Server [#3-restart-your-server]

    Restart your server to apply the change.
  </div>
</div>