Starbound Over The Network Direct

Playing Starbound over a network can be done through a direct Steam connection, a local area network (LAN), or by setting up a dedicated server for players across the internet. Multiplayer Connection Methods

A dedicated server allows your world to stay online even when your main game is closed. How to set up a Starbound dedicated server - IONOS Starbound over the network

: For players on the same router, one player must launch the Starbound server from the initial game launcher. Other players join by selecting "Multiplayer," choosing their character, and entering the host’s internal IPv4 address . Playing Starbound over a network can be done