How to play on Valheim servers: connecting, choosing and your own server
A complete guide to Valheim servers: how to connect, what server types exist and how to host your own. Right now 2 654 servers and 163 players are online in the monitoring.
How to connect to a server Valheim
- Easiest: the «▶ Connect» button on the server page — the game launches and connects you.
- Manually: in-game open the server browser or «Direct connect» and paste
IP:PORT(copy with 📋). - Tip: favourite the server inside the game to return quickly.
What server types exist Valheim
Valheim — co-op Norse survival: vanilla and modded servers, PvE and PvP, increased slots. Usually played in small groups.
Popular modes: Vanilla · Modded · PVE · PVP · Hardcore · Casual · BetterArchery · ValheimPlus
How to host your own server Valheim
Your own server — via SteamCMD (app 896660) or the built-in dedicated server; mods via BepInEx/Thunderstore. You can add a live server to our monitoring on the «Add server» page.
Best servers Valheim right now
| Server | Players | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Mjolnir's Rest | 8/50 | Mjolnir's Rest |
| Roshar - VanillaServer | 8/10 | Roshar - VanillaServer |
| Orgetorix | 5/20 | Orgetorix |
| eSekai | 5/10 | eSekai |
| My server | 4/24 | My server |
| Resource | 4/10 | Resource |
| Allegiant Games | 4/50 | Allegiant Games |
| LegoHeim3 | 4/10 | LegoHeim3 |
All servers Valheim · Rating · Maps
FAQ
- How do I join a Valheim server?
- The Connect button here, or «Join IP» in-game with the address and password.
- Do I need a password?
- Many servers require one — check with the owner.
- How many players per server?
- Up to 10 by default, mods raise the limit.