This guide covers how to set up your Rimworld Together multiplayer server on Legion Hosting, configure startup variables, and connect players. Rimworld Together is a community-driven multiplayer mod that allows players to play Rimworld cooperatively or competitively on a shared server. For server administration, commands, and player management, see Rimworld Together Admin and Commands Guide.
1. First Start
- Log in to GPanel and select your Rimworld Together server.
- Go to the Startup tab and review the configurable variables (see the table in Section 2).
- Set MAX_PLAYERS to the desired player count (default: 100).
- Return to the Console tab and click Start.
- Wait for the console to display
Server launched. The first launch generates the configuration files in theConfigs/directory.
Configs/ServerConfig.json file and other configuration files are created during the first launch. Start the server once, let it finish loading, then stop it if you need to edit the configuration.
2. GPanel Startup Variables
The following variables are available in the GPanel Startup tab.
| Variable | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|
VERSION |
latest |
Which release version to install. Use latest or a specific tag from the GitHub releases page. |
MAX_PLAYERS |
100 |
Maximum number of players that can join the server (1-150). |
VERBOSE |
false |
Enable verbose logging output. Set to true for debugging, false for normal operation. |
3. Server Configuration (ServerConfig.json)
The main server configuration file is located at:
Configs/ServerConfig.jsonOpen this file using the Files tab in GPanel or connect via SFTP. The file uses JSON format.
Key Settings
| Setting | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|
IP |
0.0.0.0 |
The IP the server listens on. Leave as 0.0.0.0 -- managed by GPanel. |
Port |
(auto) | The server port. Managed by GPanel -- do not change. |
MaxPlayers |
100 |
Maximum number of connected players. Also controlled via the startup variable. |
VerboseLogs |
false |
Enable detailed logging for troubleshooting. |
Example ServerConfig.json
{
"IP": "0.0.0.0",
"Port": 25565,
"MaxPlayers": 100,
"VerboseLogs": false
}4. Client-Side Setup (Players)
Each player who wants to connect needs to install the Rimworld Together mod on their copy of Rimworld.
- Subscribe to the Rimworld Together mod on the Steam Workshop (or download it from the project's GitHub page).
- Enable the mod in Rimworld's mod manager and restart the game.
- From the main menu, click the Rimworld Together multiplayer button.
- Enter the server IP and port from GPanel's Network tab.
- Create an account or log in with existing credentials.
- Once connected, start or load a colony to begin playing on the server.
5. Mod Compatibility
Rimworld Together requires that all players have matching mods installed. The server enforces mod lists to ensure compatibility.
- The server will check each connecting player's mod list against the expected configuration.
- Players with mismatched mods may be rejected or experience desync issues.
- Keep your mod list consistent across all players for the best experience.
- Check the Rimworld Together documentation for a list of compatible and incompatible mods.
Related Articles
- Rimworld Together Admin and Commands Guide
- How to Find Your Server IP and Port
- How to Upload Files via SFTP
Need Help?
If you run into issues with your Rimworld Together server, open a support ticket and include your server IP, a description of the problem, and any relevant error messages from the GPanel console.
