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Proto Nova Dedicated Server

Host a persistent world for your community. Server packages are downloaded and maintained separately from the game client.

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Server packages

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Before you deploy

Host requirements

RuntimeIncluded

Each server package includes the Java runtime it needs.

Game socketPort 7675

Secure connections from game clients.

Status APIPort 7674

Used for server-list availability checks.

Deployment path

Dedicated server quick start

Keep the server in its own folder so its configuration, world data, and logs remain separate from your client installation.

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  1. 01
    Prepare the host

    Create a dedicated directory for the server package and its world data.

  2. 02
    Extract the package

    Place the downloaded server files in that directory.

  3. 03
    Start and configure

    Launch the server once to generate proto-nova.properties, then review its settings.

  4. 04
    Open the network

    Allow the configured ports through the firewall and forward them when hosting behind a router.