Palworld Dedicated Server Setup Guide

MANAfuel Team

5 min readMay 27, 2026Updated May 2026

Deploy and configure your Palworld dedicated server on MANAfuel with world settings, player slots, and password configuration for multiplayer.

Deploy Your Palworld Server
Open the MANAfuel dashboard and click Deploy. Select Palworld, choose your plan (Gamer plan with 8 GB minimum recommended — Palworld dedicated servers require significant memory), and pick a server name. Your server deploys with the latest game build. First boot takes 3 to 5 minutes as the world initializes and configuration files generate.
MANAfuel deployment wizard showing Palworld as a selectable game server option
Configure Server Identity
Open your server settings in the MANAfuel dashboard. Set the server name (visible in the server browser), a description, and an optional password. Without a password, any player can join from the community server list. For private groups, always set a password. You can also configure the server to not appear in the public server browser for fully private operation.
Set Player Slots and World Settings
Configure max players in your server settings (default 32, reduce for better performance). Palworld worlds are persistent — bases, captured Pals, and player progress save automatically. The first player to join generates the starting area. Additional world configuration options are available in the PalWorldSettings.ini file through the File Manager.
Share Connection Details
Find your server IP and port (default 8211 UDP) in the Connection Info section of your MANAfuel dashboard. Players connect through the Palworld multiplayer menu using direct connect — enter the IP and port. Share these details with your community. Alternatively, if your server appears in the community browser, players can find it by searching your server name.
Monitor and Maintain
Palworld dedicated servers benefit from periodic restarts every 12 to 24 hours, especially with active base building. Memory usage grows as players capture more Pals and build larger bases. Monitor the performance metrics in your dashboard. Bob tracks server health continuously — if memory pressure increases, Bob recommends a restart or plan upgrade before it affects gameplay.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much RAM does a Palworld server need?

Palworld dedicated servers require at least 8 GB RAM. The Gamer plan provides this baseline for 8 to 16 players. With 20+ active players and extensive base building, memory can reach 12 to 16 GB — the Creator plan handles this.

Can Xbox and PC players join the same server?

Palworld dedicated servers currently support PC (Steam) players. Xbox and Game Pass players use the in-game co-op system rather than dedicated servers. Cross-platform dedicated server support may come in future updates.

Do I lose progress if the server restarts?

No. Palworld auto-saves at regular intervals. All player progress, bases, and captured Pals persist through restarts. Create manual save points from the MANAfuel dashboard before major maintenance for extra safety.

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