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This guide explains how to connect to a Windrose server and play with friends. | |||
This guide explains how to connect to a Windrose | |||
== Joining a Windrose Server == | == Joining a Windrose Server == | ||
=== Using an Invite Code (Primary Method) === | |||
Windrose uses an '''invite code''' system to connect players to servers. Every server has a unique code that players enter to join. | |||
# Open Windrose | # Open Windrose. | ||
# From the main menu, select '''Multiplayer''' or '''Join Server''' | # From the main menu, select '''Multiplayer''' or '''Join Server'''. | ||
# Enter the server's '''Invite Code''' | # Enter the server's '''Invite Code'''. | ||
#* Example: <code>d6221bb7</code> | #* Example: <code>d6221bb7</code> | ||
#* Invite codes are at least 6 characters long and are case-sensitive | #* Invite codes are at least 6 characters long and are case-sensitive. | ||
#* Allowed characters: 0-9, a-z, A-Z | #* Allowed characters: 0-9, a-z, A-Z. | ||
# If the server is password-protected, enter the password when prompted | # If the server is password-protected, enter the password when prompted. | ||
# Click '''Connect''' or '''Join''' | # Click '''Connect''' or '''Join'''. | ||
'''Where to find the invite code:''' | '''Where to find the invite code:''' | ||
* '''Survival Servers customers:''' Your invite code is displayed in the [https://www.survivalservers.com/sspanel/ control panel] under your server details. The invite code is generated after the server starts for the first time — it won't appear until the server has finished registering. | * '''Survival Servers customers:''' Your invite code is displayed in the [https://www.survivalservers.com/sspanel/ control panel] under your server details. The invite code is generated after the server starts for the first time — it won't appear until the server has finished registering. | ||
* '''Self-hosted servers:''' The invite code is set in your <code>ServerDescription.json</code> config file. See [[Windrose Server Configuration Guide]] for details. | * '''Self-hosted servers:''' The invite code is set in your <code>ServerDescription.json</code> config file. See [[Windrose Server Configuration Guide]] for details. | ||
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To join a Windrose server, you need: | To join a Windrose server, you need: | ||
* '''Windrose''' installed via Steam | * '''Windrose''' installed via Steam. | ||
* '''A Steam account''' (logged in) | * '''A Steam account''' (logged in). | ||
* '''Invite code''' provided by the server owner | * '''Invite code''' provided by the server owner. | ||
== Finding Servers to Join == | == Finding Servers to Join == | ||
* '''Friends''' | There are several ways to find Windrose servers: | ||
* '''Discord communities''' | |||
* '''Rent your own''' | * '''Friends''' - Ask a friend who runs a server for their invite code. | ||
* '''Discord communities''' - Many servers share invite codes in Windrose Discord groups. | |||
* '''Rent your own''' - [https://www.survivalservers.com/services/game_servers/windrose/ Get a Windrose server from Survival Servers]. | |||
== Troubleshooting Connection Problems == | == Troubleshooting Connection Problems == | ||
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=== "Connection Timed Out" or "Cannot Connect" === | === "Connection Timed Out" or "Cannot Connect" === | ||
* '''Check the invite code''' | * '''Check the invite code''' - Make sure you typed it correctly (codes are case-sensitive). | ||
* '''Server might be offline''' | * '''Server might be offline''' - Contact the server owner to confirm it's running. | ||
* '''Server is still starting''' - Windrose servers need a moment to register after starting. Wait a minute and try again. | |||
* '''Server is still starting''' | * '''Firewall blocking connection''' - Temporarily disable your firewall to test. | ||
=== "Version Mismatch" or "Incompatible Version" === | === "Version Mismatch" or "Incompatible Version" === | ||
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Windrose requires the client (your game) and server to be on the '''same version'''. If you see this error: | Windrose requires the client (your game) and server to be on the '''same version'''. If you see this error: | ||
* '''Update your game''' | * '''Update your game''' - Open Steam and check for Windrose updates. | ||
* '''Wait for server update''' | * '''Wait for server update''' - The server owner may need to update their server. | ||
* '''Check announcements''' | * '''Check announcements''' - Server owners often post when they're updating. | ||
=== "Connection Refused" === | === "Connection Refused" === | ||
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This usually means: | This usually means: | ||
* The server isn't running | * The server isn't running. | ||
* The port isn't open on the server's firewall | * The port isn't open on the server's firewall. | ||
* The server has reached its maximum player count | * The server has reached its maximum player count. | ||
=== Lag or High Ping === | === Lag or High Ping === | ||
* '''Server location''' | * '''Server location''' - Choose servers closer to your geographic location. | ||
* '''Your internet connection''' | * '''Your internet connection''' - Test your connection speed and stability. | ||
* '''Too many players''' | * '''Too many players''' - Some servers may be running at capacity. | ||
== Playing on a Local Network (LAN) == | == Playing on a Local Network (LAN) == | ||
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== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[How to Create a Windrose Server]] | * [[How to Create a Windrose Server Guide]] | ||
* [[Windrose Server Configuration Guide]] | * [[Windrose Server Configuration Guide]] | ||
* [[Windrose Admin Commands]] | * [[Windrose Admin Commands]] | ||
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* [https://www.survivalservers.com/services/game_servers/windrose/ Rent a Windrose Server from Survival Servers] | * [https://www.survivalservers.com/services/game_servers/windrose/ Rent a Windrose Server from Survival Servers] | ||
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Revision as of 10:35, 11 April 2026
This guide explains how to connect to a Windrose server and play with friends.
Joining a Windrose Server
Using an Invite Code (Primary Method)
Windrose uses an invite code system to connect players to servers. Every server has a unique code that players enter to join.
- Open Windrose.
- From the main menu, select Multiplayer or Join Server.
- Enter the server's Invite Code.
- Example:
d6221bb7 - Invite codes are at least 6 characters long and are case-sensitive.
- Allowed characters: 0-9, a-z, A-Z.
- Example:
- If the server is password-protected, enter the password when prompted.
- Click Connect or Join.
Where to find the invite code:
- Survival Servers customers: Your invite code is displayed in the control panel under your server details. The invite code is generated after the server starts for the first time — it won't appear until the server has finished registering.
- Self-hosted servers: The invite code is set in your
ServerDescription.jsonconfig file. See Windrose Server Configuration Guide for details.
What You'll Need
To join a Windrose server, you need:
- Windrose installed via Steam.
- A Steam account (logged in).
- Invite code provided by the server owner.
Finding Servers to Join
There are several ways to find Windrose servers:
- Friends - Ask a friend who runs a server for their invite code.
- Discord communities - Many servers share invite codes in Windrose Discord groups.
- Rent your own - Get a Windrose server from Survival Servers.
Troubleshooting Connection Problems
"Connection Timed Out" or "Cannot Connect"
- Check the invite code - Make sure you typed it correctly (codes are case-sensitive).
- Server might be offline - Contact the server owner to confirm it's running.
- Server is still starting - Windrose servers need a moment to register after starting. Wait a minute and try again.
- Firewall blocking connection - Temporarily disable your firewall to test.
"Version Mismatch" or "Incompatible Version"
Windrose requires the client (your game) and server to be on the same version. If you see this error:
- Update your game - Open Steam and check for Windrose updates.
- Wait for server update - The server owner may need to update their server.
- Check announcements - Server owners often post when they're updating.
"Connection Refused"
This usually means:
- The server isn't running.
- The port isn't open on the server's firewall.
- The server has reached its maximum player count.
Lag or High Ping
- Server location - Choose servers closer to your geographic location.
- Your internet connection - Test your connection speed and stability.
- Too many players - Some servers may be running at capacity.
Playing on a Local Network (LAN)
If you want to join a server running on another computer in your home, the server still needs to be set up with an invite code. Connect using the invite code — LAN connections don't require port forwarding since you're on the same network.
See Also
- How to Create a Windrose Server Guide
- Windrose Server Configuration Guide
- Windrose Admin Commands
- Windrose on Steam
- Rent a Windrose Server from Survival Servers