Schedule I is an indie crime simulation that peaked at over 459,000 concurrent players in 2025. By default, multiplayer is limited to 4 players via Steam peer-to-peer, but community mods change that.
The Problem
Vanilla Schedule I has no official dedicated server. When the host leaves, the session ends. The 4-player cap limits group play.
Community Dedicated Server Mod
The S1 DedicatedServerMod adds headless, authoritative dedicated server support:
- Server runs 24/7 without the host being logged in
- Players connect directly instead of through Steam lobby
- World persists between sessions
Raise the Player Cap
Combined with the MultiplayerPlus mod, you can raise the player count from 4 up to 20 players.
Hosting Options
Since Schedule I runs as a Windows process, you need either:
- A Windows VPS with at least 4 GB RAM
- A commercial game hosting provider that supports Schedule I
Important Notes
- The dedicated server mod is community-made and not officially supported
- Game updates may temporarily break the mod
- All connected players need the same mod version
