Joining server when host isnt online

[Jubin Scroder]

Is there a way to allow friends to still join server, if host isnt online. Been playing with a group of friends, but they cant ever access unless I am logged into the game. I am not savvy when it comes to this stuff, so talk to me like I'm empty minded please.

[Minotorious]

Have you actually set up a dedicated server that runs separately from the game as a standalone application (it looks like a black console window) or are you inviting them to your world via p2p?

[Jubin Scroder]

Originally posted by Minotorious:

Have you actually set up a dedicated server that runs separately from the game as a standalone application (it looks like a black console window) or are you inviting them to your world via p2p?

I just go to the main menu, it play public game, set up a password, and we all joined together.

[Vela Darney]

If you do it that way, that means you're hosting the game on your computer. When you're not online - and thus, your computer isn't running and the game isn't running on your computer - that means your friends can't play in the world you set up for you to play in together. If you want your friends to be able to play without you being online, you gotta set up a game on a dedicated server (for which you'll have to find a provider and pay a monthly fee - my provider's asking for something like 6 or 7 bucks per month for 4 player slots).

[Jubin Scroder]

Originally posted by Vela Darney:

If you do it that way, that means you're hosting the game on your computer. When you're not online - and thus, your computer isn't running and the game isn't running on your computer - that means your friends can't play in the world you set up for you to play in together. If you want your friends to be able to play without you being online, you gotta set up a game on a dedicated server (for which you'll have to find a provider and pay a monthly fee - my provider's asking for something like 6 or 7 bucks per month for 4 player slots).

Do you recommend any specific providers, specifically for this game?

[Anima Mundi]

I'm not sure what's Keen Games affiliation with G-Portal, but this is the one recommended within the game itself. There is even a link on the main menu at the bottom right.

Provider recommendations are all depending on your geographic location. Search up for reputable host providers that have been around for a while hosting other co-op games. Then look through their site to see if they have the option of a server located closer to you or your friends. This will reduce latency (lag) and give a better experience than connecting to something thousands of miles away.

Alternatively, if you have a good computer and basic knowledge, or an extra capable computer kicking around, you can set up your own dedicated server at home and save the monthly cost

[paxtheconfused]

Download Enshrouded.
Download separate Enshrouded Dedicated Server executable from the 'Tools' section of your Steam library.
Instead of clicking the 'Launch' button, right-click the Enshrouded Dedicated Server from the tools list and select 'Properties'.
Select the 'Installed Files' tab and click 'Browse' to open the executable's folder and then launch the enshrouded_server application.
After launching enshrouded_server once, it will create a file called 'enshrouded_server.json' in the same folder, and this file can then be opened with any text editor to configure your dedicated server.
Once you've completed the steps above, open 'enshrouded_server.json' with your text editor of choice (we went with the simple Notepad) and write the following in each line of text between the quotation marks:

Name - "Insert the name of your server here".
Password - "Insert your server's password here".
saveDirectory - "Insert the name of the folder you wish to save your world on" (this is optional, as it's set as './savegame' by default).
logDirectory - "Insert the name of the folder you wish to use for storing log-files" (this is also optional, as it's set as './logs' by default).
Ip - "Insert your IPv4 address".
gamePort - "Can change to match your firewall settings".
queryPort - "Can change to match your firewall settings".
slotCount - "Insert the maximum players you want on your server" (pick a number between one and 16).

To get your IPv4, open the Command Prompt and enter 'ipconfig', then copy and paste it into the 'enshrouded_server.json' document. Keep the 'gamePort' and 'queryPort' numbers as default, unless you need to change for firewall reasons.

Firewall
The next step is ensuring other players can join your server by playing on the same local network (LAN) as you. It's important to note that this is very much dependent on your firewall software and choice of router, so we can't give dedicated instructions for everyone. Instead, we recommend looking up a guide for your specific firewall software and router.

Port forward
You also need to port forward to get a dedicated server to work in Enshrouded. Again, the exact instructions for doing this depends on your specific router

lifted from eurogamer

Edit: to be clear i don't reccommend hosting a dedicated server on the same computer you are playing on, unless you run a beast of rig like mine. That being said, I certainly used to do it on my previous potato with various levels of success depending on the game and number of players.

[Dreadstone]

Not that I'm cheap, (Shaddup), but couldn't you just leave your character in-game while your friend plays?

[JeffroKill]

Originally posted by Dreadstone:

Not that I'm cheap, (Shaddup), but couldn't you just leave your character in-game while your friend plays?

Yes, that works 100%