Dedicated server starter
Romestead dedicated server setup checklist
Use this page as the first practical setup path before we verify exact file paths and server commands from the latest Romestead dedicated server build.
Setup checklist
- Install the Romestead dedicated server tool from Steam or SteamCMD.
- Choose whether to self-host on your PC, a spare machine, a VPS, or a game hosting provider.
- Confirm the server folder, config file, save folder, and log folder after first launch.
- Open the required game port in Windows Firewall and your router if friends connect from outside your network.
- Use the config generator to create a starter config and keep a backup of the original file.
- Start the server and test with one local or friend connection before announcing it widely.
- Set up a simple backup routine before the first long co-op session.
Self-hosting vs paid hosting
| Option | Best for | Main tradeoff |
|---|---|---|
| Self-host on your PC | Small friend groups testing the game | Your PC and connection must stay available |
| Spare machine or VPS | Admins comfortable with files and ports | More control, more maintenance |
| Game server host | Groups that want 24/7 uptime with less setup | Monthly cost, less low-level control |