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Getting Started With Your Stardew Valley Server

If you're new to Stardew Valley or hosting your own server, getting started can seem tricky. Follow this easy guide to start your Stardew Valley server.

Step 1: Go to your NameHero Client Area. Head over to the Advanced Game Panel by clicking the blue button as seen in the screenshot within the NameHero Client Area. Here you will be accessing the Terminal tab.


Step 2: Once you are in the terminal tab, you will see lots of information in the terminal on getting started and how to set up your server for the first time. In this article we will also walk you through getting your server set up for the first time. Please read all the information to help get started with your Stardew Valley server.



Step 3: Please Install a VNC client for initial farm setup and managing modules. After setting up your farm and configurations, you can simply connect and play as normal. We recommend TightVNC.

Step 4: After Installing your VNC client and launching it you should see a screen asking for Remote Host information. In this box, please enter the server IP:Port and click connect.

Step 5: After clicking connect, you should be prompted to enter a password. You can find the VNC password in the terminal screen of the Advanced Game Panel. You can copy this password, paste into the VNC client and click Ok.



Step 6: Once you click Ok. You should now see an instance of the Stardew Valley game. Here you can now select Co-op -> Host -> Host New Farm




Step 7: Now you can customize all your farm settings, Layouts, and more! After going through the steps you should now be good to go and can close your VNC client and connect with the IP & Port. You can follow our connection guide here: How To Connect To A Stardew Valley Server



Connect To Stardew Valley Server

Step 1: Once you are in the terminal tab, on the right side you will see the Server address. Click on this to copy the Server / IP address.


Step 2: Open Stardew Valley

Step 3: Select Co-op
Step 4: Click on Join LAN Game

Step 5: Paste IP & Port and enjoy your Stardew Valley Server



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Updated on: 03/12/2024

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