: This is the simplest method for online play. You can right-click a friend in your Steam Friends List and select Join Game or use the Invite to game option. Ensure "Connect via IP" is enabled in your in-game options to facilitate some connection types.
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
: Tools like Hamachi or Radmin VPN create a virtual LAN over the internet, bypassing the need for complex port forwarding. Dedicated Server Setup : This is the simplest method for online play
: To host for friends over the internet without Steam, you must forward port 21025 on your router to your computer's local IP. Friends will then connect using your public IP address. A dedicated server allows your world to stay
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