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The Forest
Getting Started

How to create an The Forest server with DNSworld

Before Starting

Here are a few things to consider before starting a The Forest server: You will need to install Palwold from Steam. Download Here (opens in a new tab)

The Forest Steam page

If you don't already have an DNSworld account, click here to Create an Account and run your own The Forest server.

Server Setup

How to setup your server using the DNSworld dashboard.

Login

Log in into your account to access the DNSworld dashboard.

DNSworld Login

Activate Server

Once your account has been created and have logged-in, you will have to choose The Forest from the drop down and press ACTIVATE BETA SERVER. This will automatically create your server.

Activate The Forest Server

Access Your Server

Your server will show up under Your Servers. Click onto your The Forest Server as shown below to access your server dash.

The Forest Server Network Tab

Launch The Forest

Launch The Forest via Steam and select Multiplayer in the menu as shown below.

The Forest menu

Join Game

Once pressed, select Join Game as shown below.

The Forest Join Game

Find Server

Press Dedicated (Internet) from the left-hand menu and Filter by Name at the bottom with the name of your server.

By default, your server has DNSworld in the title, but you can change it in the startup menu in the DNSworld dash.

The Forest Find Server

Join Server

When you have pressed Join on your server, it will automatically connect you within 15-30 seconds. Happy Gaming from the DNSworld team!

How to contact support

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