How to host a game
Hosting a game as fairly easy as the RttR-Client has a built in Server. There are two options for hosting a game:
- Direct IP
- Internet Lobby
- Network/LAN
In most cases using the Internet Lobby is the best choice. However, if the Internet Lobby is currently unreachable or you/your friends don't have/want a board account, you can always use Direct IP. When in the same Network/LAN you should go with that option.
If you are the host, you have to make sure that:
- The port you used is forwarded
- Your firewall isn't blocking
If you are a client, you have to make sure that:
- Your firewall isn't blocking
Still problems hosting or joining a game? Feel free to ask on Discord
Event if the Internet Lobby is currently unreachable, you can always host Direct IP games. This means that you have to tell everybody who wants to join your external IP. If you have no idea how to find your IP, there are several pages which can tell you (e.g. https://www.whatsmyip.org/)
Create Game
When setting up the server, make sure that the correct Server-Port (Default 3665) is used.
Join Game
When connecting to a game, make sure you entered the correct IP Address of Host and Server-Port. Both are provided by the hosting player.
The Internet Lobby allows clients to find and connect to your game fast. You also don't need to know your external IP Address. You need a valid board account at https://www.siedler25.org/ to connect to the lobby. The Username and Password are the same as your board account.
Add Server
When setting up the server, make sure that the correct Server-Port (Default 3665) is used.
Connect Select any server you want to connect to and hit the Connect button. If the game is running or full, you won't be able to join. If the server you are trying to join is password protected, you are asked to enter it.
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