How to Join a Project Zomboid Server - Server Hosting Guide

Project Zomboid is a post-apocalyptic survival game set in a fictional world with a zombie outbreak. Players must manage their character's hunger, thirst, fatigue, and health while scavenging for supplies, building shelter, and defending against zombie attacks. The game features single-player and multiplayer modes and includes various game scenarios. In addition, the game contains a vast array of modding tools, allowing players to create and share their custom content.

Step 1: Access Your Server Details

Navigate to https://mintservers.com/dashboard and log into your account.

Click on your Project Zomboid server and then "Open Game Panel".

Step 2: Copy Server Information

Copy the IP and Port from your server panel. The server IP is before the colon, the port is after the colon.

Example format: 158.62.204.17:16261

Step 3: Launch Project Zomboid

From the Project Zomboid main menu, choose Join.

Step 4: Add Server Details

On the left hand side, fill out the following information:

- Server Name: Enter any name for your server

- IP Address: Enter the IP from Step 2 (before the colon)

- Port: Enter the port from Step 2 (after the colon)

- For Account Username and Password create your new account here for this server, or use the same you used before. This keeps your progress saved to you, on this server.

Once finished, choose Add.

Step 5: Refresh Server List

Choose the REFRESH button to update the server list and locate your added server.

Step 6: Connect to Server

Select your server from the list and hit the JOIN SERVER button.

You will now connect to your Project Zomboid server and can begin your zombie survival adventure.

Troubleshooting

If you're having trouble connecting, verify these common issues:

1. Ensure your server is running and online in the game panel
2. Double-check the IP address and port number are entered correctly
3. Verify you separated the IP and port properly (before and after colon)
4. Make sure the server isn't full or password protected without credentials
5. Check that you have the same version and mods as the server