How to Connect or Join to your Unturned Server
Learn how to join your Unturned server via the public server browser or direct IP, set up GSLT, connect quickly and troubleshoot issues.
Jumping into the blocky, zombie-infested world of Unturned is always better with friends. Whether you are gearing up to raid military bases on Washington or just trying to survive the night and build a secure compound, getting your crew onto the exact same map is your very first mission.
Thankfully, connecting to your dedicated Unturned server is incredibly straightforward. The game provides two main methods for players to join: searching through the public server browser or bypassing the search entirely using a direct IP connection. This guide will walk you through both methods step by step so you can start looting and surviving without any hassle!
Step - By - Step Guide
If you just purchased your server, make sure it is fully booted up and marked as online in your server panel. If it is your first time setting it up, it is always a good idea to perform an Actions > Restart to ensure all your initial configuration files load properly.
Option 1: Joining via the Server Browser
The in-game browser is the most common way for random players and friends alike to find your world. For your server to appear in the public list, you must first register a Steam Game Server Login Token (GSLT).
- Open your web browser, navigate to the Steam Game Server Account Management page, and log in with your Steam account.
Scroll down to the account creation section, enter
304930in the App ID field for Unturned, type a brief memo name, click Create, and copy the newly generated token.
Open your server panel, navigate to Basic Settings, find the Game Server Login Token section, and paste the generated token.
Then save your changes by clicking on Update Server, and select Actions > Restart.
Launch Unturned on your PC and click on Play from the main menu.
Select Multiplayer to open the in-game server list.
Locate the Server Name Filter option by clicking on Open Filters and type in the exact name of your server.
- Double-check all of the other filter options below the search bar (such as List Source: Internet, Map name, VAC secure, etc.). Make sure these filters perfectly match your server settings. Remember that only filters with a checkmark (√) are currently active!
- Once your server pops up in the list, select it and click Join. If you configured a server password in your panel, the game will prompt you to enter it before letting you in.
Option 2: Joining via Direct Connect
If you want to skip the filters and load right in, the Direct Connect method is the fastest way to get onto the map.
Log into your server panel dashboard and copy your server's exact IP address and Port number.
Launch Unturned, click Play, and then select Connect Directly.
- Paste your copied IP address into the IP box and your Port into the Port box. If your server has a password, type it into the password field. If it does not, you can leave that box completely blank.
Click Connect to bypass the browser and load directly into your server!
Troubleshooting and Tips
If you or your friends are having trouble seeing the server or getting past the loading screen, run through these quick checks:
- Missing or Invalid GSLT: If your server refuses to show up on the public server browser, ensure you generated your token using the correct App ID (
304930) and that it was saved under Basic Settings. - Check Your Filters: The Unturned server browser is notoriously strict. If your server is running the PEI map, but your browser filter has a checkmark next to Washington, your server will never show up in the list. Clear your filters if you are having trouble!
- Verify the Password: If you get a connection rejected error when direct connecting, you likely typed the password wrong. Passwords are case-sensitive, so double check your spelling.
- Server Offline or Updating: If the connection times out, your server might be stuck or applying an update. Log into your dashboard, navigate to Actions > Shutdown, wait a few seconds, and then hit Actions > Restart to force a clean boot.
Conclusion
Getting your squad onto your Unturned server only takes a few seconds once you know how to navigate the multiplayer menus. Whether you rely on the public server list with your GSLT or keep your IP address handy for a quick direct connect, you are now ready to hit the towns, scavenge for supplies, and outrun the mega zombies. Gather your crew and start surviving!
If you encounter any issues or have further questions, feel free to contact our support team for assistance!