LAN Server

LAN servers are servers run locally by a player on their home network, which the hosting player has full control over.

There are a lot of reasons to host and use a LAN server. They allow you to:

• Play privately with friends
• Host maps not found on public servers
• Test maps with admin commands and tools
• And much more!

However, there are downsides to hosting a LAN server. They do require specific steps to allow friends to join, and often have unstable connections compared to official servers.

Creating a LAN Server

In the new client, creating a LAN server is very simple.