Greetings, fellow gamers! Are you tired of playing Terraria Mobile alone and want to explore the game with your friends? Well, hosting a server is the solution to your problem! In this article, we will guide you through the process of hosting an online server for Terraria Mobile. So, buckle up and let’s start this journey!
Part 1: Preparing to Host a Server
Before diving into the technicalities of hosting a server, there are a few things that need to be done in order to ensure a smooth experience for you and your friends while playing Terraria Mobile.
1. Check Your Internet Connection
The first and foremost thing you need to do is to check your internet connection. The speed and stability of your internet connection will determine the quality of your game’s server. A slow or unstable internet connection can result in lag, disconnections, and overall a bad gaming experience.
We recommend you to have at least a minimum speed of 7 Mbps for the best gaming experience. You can check your internet speed by visiting Speedtest.net.
2. Update Terraria Mobile
Make sure that you and your friends have the latest version of Terraria Mobile installed on your devices. Having different versions of the game can result in compatibility issues and may cause your game to crash.
You can check for updates on your app store or by visiting the official Terraria website.
3. Create a Terraria Mobile Account
Creating a Terraria Mobile account is essential if you want to save your progress and join servers. To create an account, follow the steps below:
- Open Terraria Mobile and click on the “Settings” button located on the bottom right corner of the main menu.
- Click on the “Account” tab.
- Click on “Create Account” and follow the on-screen instructions.
After creating your account, you will be able to log in to your account and join servers.
4. Decide on a Server Type
Before hosting a server, you need to decide on a server type that you want to host. Terraria Mobile supports two types of servers:
- Local Server
- Online Server
A local server is hosted on your device and can only be accessed by players who are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as you. An online server, on the other hand, can be accessed by players from anywhere in the world.
In this article, we will guide you through the process of hosting an online server for Terraria Mobile.
Part 2: Hosting an Online Server
In this section, we will guide you through the process of hosting an online server for Terraria Mobile.
1. Download tShock
tShock is a Terraria server software that provides additional features and functionalities that are not available in the default server software. To download tShock, follow the steps below:
- Visit the official tShock website at https://tshock.co/xf/index.php.
- Click on the “Releases” tab.
- Download the latest version of tShock that is compatible with your Terraria Mobile version.
2. Extract tShock
After downloading tShock, extract the contents of the zip file to a location on your computer.
3. Port Forwarding
Port forwarding is the process of opening a port on your router to allow incoming traffic to your computer. In order to host an online server, you need to forward port 7777 on your router. The process of port forwarding varies from router to router, but the general steps are as follows:
- Open your router’s settings page.
- Locate the “Port Forwarding” or “Virtual Servers” section.
- Create a new port forwarding rule with the following settings:
- Protocol: TCP/UDP
- External Port: 7777
- Internal IP: The IP address of your computer
- Internal Port: 7777
- Description: Terraria Server
- Save the settings and restart your router.
4. Run tShock
After forwarding port 7777, run tShock by double-clicking on the “TerrariaServer.exe” file located in the tShock folder.
If this is your first time running tShock, you will be prompted to configure the server settings. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the server.
5. Start the Server
Once you have configured the server settings, start the server by typing “start” in the tShock console and press enter.
Your server is now up and running! Your friends can now join your server by following the steps below:
- Open Terraria Mobile and click on “Join”
- Click on “Manual IP”
- Enter your public IP address and the port number (7777) and click “Connect”.
You can find your public IP address by visiting whatismyip.com.
Part 3: Troubleshooting
In this section, we will cover some common issues that you may encounter while hosting a server and their solutions.
1. I Can’t Connect to My Server
If you or your friends are unable to connect to your server, try the following solutions:
- Make sure that you have forwarded port 7777 on your router.
- Make sure that your firewall is not blocking the TerrariaServer.exe file.
- Make sure that your IP address is correct.
- Try restarting your router and the server.
2. My Server is Lagging
If your server is lagging, try the following solutions:
- Make sure that you have a stable internet connection.
- Make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements for running Terraria Mobile and tShock.
- Reduce the number of players on your server.
- Disable any unnecessary plugins or mods.
3. My Server Keeps Crashing
If your server keeps crashing, try the following solutions:
- Make sure that you have the latest version of tShock installed.
- Disable any unnecessary plugins or mods.
- Make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements for running Terraria Mobile and tShock.
- Try restarting your router and the server.
Part 4: FAQs
In this section, we will answer some frequently asked questions about hosting an online server for Terraria Mobile.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I host a server on my mobile device? | No, you cannot host a server on your mobile device. You need to host it on a PC. |
| Can I use mods on my server? | Yes, you can use mods on your server. However, make sure that they are compatible with your Terraria Mobile and tShock versions. |
| Can I restrict access to my server? | Yes, you can restrict access to your server by setting up a password in the tShock console. |
| Can I transfer my world to another server? | Yes, you can transfer your world to another server by copying the world file from your server folder and pasting it into the other server’s folder. |
Congratulations! You have successfully hosted an online server for Terraria Mobile. We hope that this article has helped you in your journey of exploring the game with your friends. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to leave a comment below.