Joining Servers
🌍 The Server Browser
Hytale features a built-in server browser. You can:
- Filter by game type (Adventure, Minigame, Creative).
- Sort by ping and player count.
- View server banners and descriptions.
🎮 Minigames
Hypixel Studios knows minigames. Expect official and community servers featuring:
- SkyWars / BedWars
- Hunger Games
- Roleplay & Social Hubs
Hosting Your Own Server
Want to play with just your friends? Here is how.
1. Adventure With Friends
The easiest way to play co-op.
- Open your singleplayer world.
- Pause menu -> "Open to Friends".
- Your friends can now join you directly via their friends list. No port forwarding needed!
2. Dedicated Servers
For running 24/7 communities.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Software | Download the official Hytale Server JAR. |
| Hardware | Requires a decent CPU and at least 4GB RAM for small servers. |
| Configuration | Edit server.properties to change difficulty, max players, etc. |
| Scripts | Servers run on Java logic. You can drop in scripts to add new commands. |
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Administration Tools
Hytale comes with robust moderation tools out of the box.
- Built-in Permissions: Assign ranks (Admin, Mod, VIP) easily.
- World Guarding: Protect spawn areas from griefing.
- Replay System: Review match footage to catch cheaters.
- Parental Controls: Settings to limit chat interaction for younger players.