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Do I need the Server
Posted: 2012-12-14 21:40
by Danpapua
Hey,
I am new to Project reality and I am wondering if I need the server files to run a Private LAN game with some of my buddies.
Thanks,
Re: Do I need the Server
Posted: 2012-12-14 21:44
by IINoddyII
Yes.
Please keep in mind
User Licenses are for individual users, clans, and other small organizations who wish to host public and/or private (passworded) Project Reality Servers. By default, a single User License is allowed to add up to 3 game servers and 5 license moderators. These servers must be internet facing (i.e. respond to server queries), and hosted at a data-centre. We do not issue licenses for home hosted or LAN-only servers.
Full requirements are detailed
here
I think some people get around this by creating a vpn and connecting to a local game... but I don't know anything about that sorry.
Re: Do I need the Server
Posted: 2012-12-14 21:56
by Acemantura
All the server files for a LAN or Private (passworded, but publicly available) game are included in the files you already have for a game.
However, you need the DEV team's approval to run a public game. With such approval they will give you the necessary file for that.
Re: Do I need the Server
Posted: 2012-12-15 18:21
by Danpapua
Ok thanks for the helpful information.
Re: Do I need the Server
Posted: 2012-12-15 18:44
by AfterDune
You can run a dedicated server on your own pc / LAN server, or simply host a game on your game pc (without it being a dedicated server). No problems there, the only rule you have to follow is: have fun!
Re: Do I need the Server
Posted: 2012-12-15 23:22
by PLODDITHANLEY
Re: Do I need the Server
Posted: 2012-12-16 03:42
by Acemantura
Hamachi and Tunngle simplify things. I, however, am of Greek and German descent so I chose the hard way: port forwarding or DMZing in my router.