Risk of Rain 2
Risk of Rain 2
5 ArticlesHow to Make your Risk of Rain 2 Server Private
Some Risk of Rain 2 server owners may want to keep their server private — whether to enjoy the chaos with a small group of friends or restrict access to known players only. You can do this by setting a server password, which players must enter before joining. --- Configuring a Server Password Setting a password for your Risk of Rain 2 server is quick and easy through the control panel. 1. Access your control panel. 2. Stop your server before making any changes. 3. Navigate to the Config tab. 4. Find the setting labeled Server Password. Enter your desired password. 5. Click Save, then Start your server to apply the changes. Now when players try to connect, they’ll be required to enter the password — keeping your Risk of Rain 2 server private and secure.
How to Join your Risk of Rain 2 Server
Once you have your server fully set up, you're ready to join. Follow the steps below to join your server using the in-game server browser or by connecting directly using your server's IP and port. ::ProseNote{title="Note" description="To join a Risk of Rain 2 dedicated server, your game must be downgraded to version 1.2.4.1. Follow our guide on How to Downgrade Your Risk of Rain 2 Client Version" appearance="danger"} :: Method 1: Join Through the Server Browser 1. Launch Risk of Rain 2. 2. From the main menu, click on Multiplayer and then Join Multiplayer Game. 3. Set the Sorting dropdown to Name. 4. Select your server from the list and click Join. Note: Server visibility may take a few minutes after startup. --- Method 2: Join Using IP Address (Direct Connect) If your server doesn’t appear in the browser, or you want to join faster, you can connect using the in-game console. 1. Copy your server’s IP and Port from your Shockbyte control panel. 2. Launch the game and press: CTRL + ALT + \ (This opens the developer console). 3. If your server has a password, enter it with this command: 4. Then connect by typing: You’ll now be connected to your server and ready to play with your friends! Need help? Contact our team at: https://shockbyte.com/billing/submitticket.php
How to Downgrade Risk of Rain 2 Client to Version 1.2.4.1
Risk of Rain 2's dedicated server support is no longer maintained by the developers. As of May 26, 2022, the latest supported server version is 1.2.4.1. This means you and your friends will need to downgrade your game client to this version in order to join your dedicated server. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the entire process so you can connect and play with ease. --- Step 1: Download the Version Selector Tool To install an older build of the game, you’ll need to use a custom tool: 1. Download the Risk of Rain 2 Version Selector tool: https://github.com/risk-of-thunder/RoR2VersionSelector/releases/download/nightly/binary.zip 2. Extract the contents of the ZIP file. 3. Run the file. --- Step 2: Select Version 1.2.4.1 1. From the version list, select: 2. Enter your Steam username, then click Download. 3. When prompted, enter your Steam password to proceed. --- Step 3: Apply the Downgrade to Steam 1. Once downloaded, click Copy Downloaded Version to Steam Install. 2. Select the newly downloaded version from the list and click OK. 3. Wait a few moments for the process to complete. --- Step 4: Launch the Downgraded Game After the downgrade is complete, launching Risk of Rain 2 from Steam will now run version 1.2.4.1 — the same version used by your server. Need help? Contact our team at: https://shockbyte.com/billing/submitticket.php
How to Change the Name of your Risk of Rain 2 Server
Setting a custom name for your Risk of Rain 2 server makes it easier for you and other players to find it in the in-game server list. A clear and unique name helps your server stand out and improves visibility when using the search function. --- Setting a Server Name You can change your Risk of Rain 2 server name directly from the configuration panel. 1. Access your control panel. Stop your server before making any changes. 2. Navigate to the Config tab. 3. Locate the setting labeled Server Name. Change the value to your preferred server name. 4. Click Save, then Start your server to apply the changes. Once restarted, your server will appear in the in-game list under the new name you set.
Getting Started with your Risk of Rain 2 Server
Defeat waves and find teleporters on this chaotic alien planet with your friends! You can combine loot in surprising ways to become stronger and stronger to take on tougher difficulties. At Shockbyte, we now host Risk of Rain 2 servers for you and your friends to defeat waves of enemies to unlock and play new Survivors. <iframe width="100%" height="400" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XhUqF3M3zm0?si=i5wSMhq8I4SN5lsl" title="Risk of Rain 2 Server Hosting - Shockbyte" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen</iframe --- Getting Started Here are some articles that answer the most common questions you might have about setting up and managing your new Risk of Rain 2 server with Shockbyte: How to Downgrade Risk of Rain 2 Client to Version 1.2.4.1 How to Join Your Risk of Rain 2 Server How to Change the Name of Your Risk of Rain 2 Server How to Make Your Risk of Rain 2 Server Private --- Interested in Risk of Rain 2 server hosting? Enjoy instant setup and reliable performance for chaotic, action-packed co-op survival with your friends at Shockbyte.