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If you're looking to set up a Palworld server on AnonVM, this guide will take you through the process. Palworld, an exciting multiplayer adventure game, can be hosted on your AnonVM offshore VPS for the best performance and privacy. Follow the instructions below for a smooth installation.

Why Host a Palworld Server on AnonVM?

AnonVM provides top-tier offshore VPS hosting, with powerful resources and bulletproof hosting. Hosting your Palworld server on AnonVM ensures you get great performance, high uptime, and complete control over your server. With AnonVM's privacy-focused hosting, you can rest assured that your game data is safe and secure.

Step 1: Select the Right AnonVM VPS Plan

To run a Palworld server, you'll need a VPS with sufficient resources to handle the game’s requirements. A VPS with at least 4GB of RAM, 2+ CPU cores, and adequate bandwidth is recommended for smooth gameplay.

1. Visit AnonVM’s website and choose a VPS plan based on your needs.
2. Select a plan with at least 4GB of RAM and enough processing power for a stable server experience.
3. After selecting your plan, complete the setup and choose a server location for the best latency.

Step 2: Access Your AnonVM VPS

Once your VPS is up and running, you’ll need to connect via SSH.

1. Open your SSH client (use PuTTY if you're on Windows).
2. Connect to your server using the command:
    

   ssh username@your-server-ip
3. When prompted, enter your password to access the server.

Step 3: Install Dependencies

Before installing Palworld, make sure your server is up to date and has the necessary dependencies.

1. Update your server:
    

   sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
2. Install required dependencies:
    

   sudo apt install -y curl wget screen lib32gcc1

Step 4: Download and Install SteamCMD

Palworld requires SteamCMD for installation. Follow these steps to download and install it on your server.

1. Create a directory for SteamCMD:
    

   mkdir ~/steamcmd && cd ~/steamcmd
2. Download SteamCMD:
   wget https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/client/installer/steamcmd_linux.tar.gz
3. Extract the files:
    

   tar -xvzf steamcmd_linux.tar.gz

Step 5: Install the Palworld Server

Now that SteamCMD is set up, you can use it to download the Palworld server.

1. Launch SteamCMD:
    

   ./steamcmd.sh
2. Log in anonymously:
    

   login anonymous
3. Set the installation directory for the server:
    

   force_install_dir ~/palworld_server
4. Download and install the Palworld server:
    

   app_update 123456 validate quit

(Note: Replace 123456 with the actual Steam App ID for Palworld if different.)

Step 6: Configure Your Palworld Server

Navigate to your Palworld server directory and set up your server configuration.

1. Go to the installation directory:

    

   cd ~/palworld_server

2. Create a startup script for the server:

    

   nano start.sh

3. Add the following to the startup script:

    

   #!/bin/bash ./PalworldServer -batchmode +server.port 12345 +server.maxplayers 50 +server.hostname "My Palworld Server" +server.password "yourpassword"

4. Save and exit the editor.

5. Make the script executable:

    

   chmod +x start.sh

Step 7: Start Your Palworld Server

To run your Palworld server, you can use screen to keep it running in the background.

1. Start a screen session:
    

   screen -S palworld_server
2. Start your server:
    

   ./start.sh

To detach from the session and leave the server running, press Ctrl + A, then D.

Step 8: Connect to Your Palworld Server

Once your server is running, you can join the game.

1. Launch Palworld on your PC.
2. Go to the multiplayer section and enter your server's IP address and port:
    

   your-server-ip:12345
3. Connect and enjoy the game with your friends!