Complete guide to setting up a Valheim dedicated server in 2026. Covers requirements, configuration, world import, BepInEx mods, crossplay, server locations and performance tuning.
All Valheim server options explained: start parameters like -name, -port and -crossplay, world modifiers and presets, the config file location and backups.
How Valheim multiplayer works: up to 10 players, host in-game or on a dedicated server, join via Steam, IP or join code, crossplay on Xbox, PS5, Switch 2.
BepInEx for Valheim: install BepInExPack_Valheim 5.4.2351 from Thunderstore on Windows or a Linux server, add mods to BepInEx/plugins and fix loading issues.
Every Valheim console command for 1.0: open the console, kick and ban as server admin, set up adminlist.txt and use cheats with devcommands.
All 8 Valheim bosses in order: how to summon each one, what to bring and what they drop, including the 1.0 final boss Kall Fimbulbringer.
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