How to Make a Server in Unturned

Lee Stanton March 19, 2021

If you’d like to have more control over the game or simply want to limit access to random players, you can host a server in Unturned. Popular servers are often overfilled, resulting in inconsistent connection. If you’re wondering how to create your own server in Unturned, read this guide to find out.

In this article, we’ll explain how to make a server in Unturned – private, public, dedicated, and with the use of Himachi. Additionally, we’ll look at how to create a server using SteamCMD.

How to Make a Server in Unturned

To create a server in Unturned, follow the detailed guide below:

Launch Steam and navigate to the “Library” tab at the upper part of your screen.
Right-click “Unturned” from the games list, then select “Properties” from the dropdown menu.
Click “Local Files”, then “Browse Local Files” to open the folder.
Right-click “Unturned.exe” then choose “Create Shortcut” from the dropdown menu.
Rename the shortcut file.
Right-click the shortcut file, then choose “Properties” from the options.
Navigate to the “Shortcut” tab. Locate the “Target” line and place the text in quotations.
Add a space after the text in the “Target” field and type in “-batchmode – nographics.”
Add another space and type in “+secureserver/[server_name].”
Click “Apply,” then “Ok.”
Run the shortcut. Wait for a “Servers” folder to appear and close the window.
Navigate to the “Servers” folder located in your Local Files.
Navigate to the folder named after your server, then to the “Server” folder inside it.
Launch the “Commands” file.
Write: Name [your server name].
Hit “Enter,” then write: map [the desired server map].
Hit “Enter,” then write: “port 27015.
Hit “Enter,” then type: password [set a password for your server].
Hit “Enter,” then type: maxplayers [value].
Hit “Enter,” then type: perspective both].
Hit “Enter,” then type: mode [desired difficulty].
Hit “Enter”, then type “pvp” or “pve” (“player versus player” or “player versus environment”).
Hit “Enter,” then type: cheats on (to enable cheats – optional).
Hit “Enter,” then type: owner [your Steam ID].
Finally, you can add a welcoming message on the last line.
Click “File,” then select “Save” from the dropdown menu. Close the window.
Launch the server shortcut file again.
Launch Unturned and connect to your new server.

How to Make a Server for Friends in Unturned

The general steps for creating a local server for friends in Unturned are almost the same as for creating a public server – with one slight difference. Here’s how to do that:

Launch Steam and navigate to the “Library” tab at the upper part of your screen.
Right-click “Unturned” from the games list, then select “Properties” from the dropdown menu.
Click “Local Files,” then “Browse Local Files” to open the folder.
Right-click “Unturned.exe” then choose “Create Shortcut” from the dropdown menu.
Rename the shortcut file.
Right-click the shortcut file, then choose “Properties” from the options.
Navigate to the “Shortcut” tab. Locate the “Target” line and place the text in quotations.
Add a space after the text in the “Target” field and type in: -batchmode – nographics.
Add another space and type in: +LAN server/[server_name]. Only those connected to your local network can join the LAN server. If your friends use different networks, replace “LAN server” with “secureserver” and set a password that you will only share with friends.
Click “Apply,” then “Ok.”
Run the shortcut. Wait for a “Servers” folder to appear and close the window.
Navigate to the “Servers” folder located in your Local Files.
Navigate to the folder named after your server, then to the “Server” folder inside it.
Launch the “Commands” file.
Enter: Name [your server name].
Press “Enter,” then write: map [the desired server map].
Press “Enter,” then write: port 27015.
Press “Enter,” then type: password [set a password for your server].
Press “Enter,” then type: maxplayers [value].
Press “Enter,” then type: perspective both.
Press “Enter,” then type: mode [desired difficulty].
Press “Enter,” then type “pvp” or “pve” (“player versus player” or “player versus environment”).
Press “Enter,” then type: cheats on (to enable cheats – optional).
Press “Enter,” then type: owner [your Steam ID].
Finally, you can add a welcoming message on the last line.
Click “File,” then select “Save” from the dropdown menu. Close the window.
Launch the server shortcut file again.
Launch Unturned and connect to your new server.

How to Make a Server in Unturned With Hamachi

To create an Unturned server using Hamachi, follow the steps below:

Install the Hamachi file. Select the “Unmanaged Mode” when downloading.
Sign up at the Hamachi website.
Once you’re logged in, click the power button, then click “Network” and select “Create Network.”
Set a server name and password, then click “Create.”
Create an Unturned server by following the guides above.
To connect your friends to your Hamachi server, they have to join your Hamachi. Then, copy your IPV4 address and share it with them.
Your friends have to enter the IPV4 address and server password to connect.

How to Make a LAN Server in Unturned

Launch Steam and navigate to the “Library” tab.
Right-click “Unturned” from the games list, then select “Properties.”
Click “Local Files,” then “Browse Local Files” to open the folder.
Right-click “Unturned.exe” and choose “Create Shortcut” from the menu.
Right-click the shortcut file, then choose “Properties” among the options.
Navigate to the “Shortcut” tab. Locate the “Target” line and place the text in quotations.
Add a space after the text in the “Target” field and type: -batchmode – nographics.
Add another space and type in: +LAN server/[server_name]. Only those connected to your local network can join the LAN server.
Click “Apply,” then “Ok.”
Run the shortcut. Wait for a “Servers” folder to appear and close the window.
Navigate to the “Servers” folder located in your Local Files.
Navigate to the folder named after your server, then to the “Server” folder inside it.
Launch the “Commands” file.
Enter: Name [your server name].
Press “Enter,” then type: map [the desired server map].
Press “Enter,” then type: port 27015.
Press “Enter,” then type: maxplayers [value].
Press “Enter,” then type: perspective both].
Press “Enter,” then type: mode [desired difficulty].
Press “Enter,” then type: “pvp” or “pve” (“player versus player” or “player versus environment”).
Press “Enter,” then type: owner [your Steam ID].
Click “File,” then select “Save” from the dropdown menu. Close the window.
Launch the server shortcut file again.
Launch Unturned and connect to your new server.

How to Make a Dedicated Server in Unturned

If you’d like to host a server while not playing the game, you can create a dedicated server. Here’s how to do that:

Launch Steam and navigate to the “Library” tab at the upper part of your screen.
Right-click “Unturned” from the games list, then choose “Properties” from the dropdown menu.
Click “Local Files,” then “Browse Local Files” to open the folder.
Right-click “Unturned.exe” then select “Create Shortcut” from the dropdown menu.
Rename the shortcut file.
Right-click the shortcut file, then choose “Properties” among the options.
Navigate to the “Shortcut” tab. Locate the “Target” line and place the text in quotations.
Select desired server properties by adding the “-batchmode” command followed by “-sv” at the end of the text in the “Target” field.
Click “Apply,” then “Ok,” close the file and run it again to check it. If the screen is grey, the changes have been saved correctly.

How to Make a Public Server in Unturned

The steps for creating a public server are only slightly different from those for creating a private server. Follow the instructions below:

Launch Steam and navigate to the “Library” tab at the upper part of your screen.
Right-click “Unturned” from the games list, then select “Properties” from the dropdown menu.
Click “Local Files,” then “Browse Local Files” to open the folder.
Right-click Unturned.exe, then choose “Create Shortcut” from the menu.
Rename the shortcut file.
Right-click the shortcut file, then select “Properties” from the dropdown menu.
Navigate to the “Shortcut” tab. Locate the “Target” line and place the text in quotations.
Add “-batchmode – nographics” after a space in the “Target” field.
Add another space and type in: +secureserver/server_name.
Click “Apply,” then “Ok.”
Run the shortcut. Wait for a “Servers” folder to appear and close the window.
Navigate to the “Servers” folder located in your Local Files.
Navigate to the folder named after your server, then to the “Server” folder inside it.
Launch the “Commands” file.
Enter: Name [your server name].”
Press “Enter,” then type: map [the desired server map].
Press “Enter,” then type: port 27015.
Press “Enter,” then type: maxplayers [value].
Press “Enter,” then type: perspective both].
Press “Enter,” then type: mode [desired difficulty].
Press “Enter,” then type “pvp” or “pve” (“player versus player” or “player versus environment”).
Press “Enter,” then type: cheats on (to enable cheats – optional).
Press “Enter,” then type: owner [your Steam ID].
Finally, you can add a welcoming message on the last line.
Click “File,” then select “Save” from the dropdown menu. Close the window.
Launch the server shortcut file again.
Launch Unturned and connect to your new server.

Frequently Asked Questions

Read this section to find out more about servers in Unturned.

How Do I Make a SteamCMD Server in Unturned?

To create a server using SteamCMD, follow the steps below:

• Download the “steamcmd.zip” file.

• Unzip the file, then run “steamcmd.exe” and wait for it to install.

• Navigate to “steamcmd directory,” then hover over the “New” tav located at the upper part of the window and select “Text Document.”

• Type in: steamcmd+login, then your Steam username, Steam password, +force_install_dir, and ..\UnturnedGame +app_update 304930 +exit, each on a new line.

• Save the file as: UpdateServer.bat.

• Launch the file and follow the on-screen instructions to install Unturned to your “UnturnedServer” folder.

• Navigate to the folder and right-click the Unturned.exe file, hover over “Send to” and select “To Desktop.”

• Navigate to the desktop and right-click the Unturned shortcut file, then select “Properties” from the dropdown menu.

• Navigate to the “Shortcut” tab.

• Locate the “Target” line and place the text in quotations. Then, add a space after the text in the “Target” field and add “-batchmode – nographics +secureserver/[server name]”. The server should now be running.

Hosting a Server

Regardless of whether you want to create a server solely for your friends or for any player willing to join, we hope you can now do that with the help of our guide. As a host, you have full control over your server, meaning that you can personalize the gaming experience to your preference. There are plenty of commands that you can use to configure the way your server will work, so we advise checking them out.

Do you prefer playing Unturned on private or public servers? Share your opinions in the comments section below.