Welcome! This step-by-step guide walks you through everything you need to connect to your hosted HumanitZ dedicated server for the first time — from accessing your control panel to jumping into the zombie-infested world with your friends.
Step 1: Access Your Control Panel — After your payment is processed, you will receive an email with your control panel login credentials and your server’s connection details. Log in to your hosting control panel to manage, start, and configure your HumanitZ dedicated server.
Step 2: Start Your Server — Inside the control panel, locate your HumanitZ server and click Start. Wait for the server status to show as Online before attempting to connect. Always stop the server before making any configuration changes, then restart it to apply them.
Step 3: Configure Your Server Name & Password — Give your server a unique name so players can easily identify it in the in-game server browser. Since the primary way to connect to a HumanitZ server is through the in-game server list, a distinctive name is essential. Optionally, set a password to restrict access to invited players only.
Step 4: Edit Your Server Settings — Navigate to the Config Files section in your control panel and open the GameServerSettings.ini file. Here you can customize key options such as MaxPlayers (up to 24), zombie spawn rates, loot abundance, PvP settings, and day/night cycle length. Save your changes and restart the server to apply them.
Step 5: Connect via the In-Game Server Browser — Launch HumanitZ through Steam and click Multiplayer. Create or select your game character, then use the search bar on the right side of the screen to find your server by name. Use filters like ‘Dedicated’ or ‘Password Protected’ to narrow down results. If your server doesn’t appear, click Refresh.
Step 6: Connect Directly via IP — If your server does not show up in the browser list, you can connect directly. Enter your server’s IP address followed by the query port (e.g., your.server.ip:27015) into the ‘Connect by IP’ field and click Connect. Make sure ports 7777 (Game) and 27015 (Query) are open for proper connectivity.
You’re All Set — Once connected, your dedicated HumanitZ multiplayer adventure begins! Invite friends to join you in the post-apocalyptic open world to scavenge, build, craft, and survive together. If you run into any issues, contact your hosting provider’s support team — most offer 24/7 live chat to help you get back in the fight fast.