Dedicated Servers & Troubleshooting · Verified FAQ
How many players can a dedicated server support?
Direct answer
The official dedicated-server guide documents support for up to six players as of update 0.11. This is separate from the four-player party wording used in general console launch messaging.
How to use this answer
This answer resolves one specific player question and is intentionally narrower than the broader dedicated servers & troubleshooting hub. Start with the direct answer, then verify the installed game or server build before changing progression, equipment, settings or saved-world files.
- Back up saves or configuration before changing files.
- Match the complete client and server versions.
- Change one variable at a time and preserve the relevant log if the problem remains.
Version and evidence boundary
The conclusion is based on the official source named below and was reviewed on 2026-07-26. It does not add undisclosed coordinates, drop probabilities, encounter phases or release promises. If the in-game interface differs after a newer patch, the live tooltip and newer official notes take priority.
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