A Empyrion server is installed with SteamCMD (app 530870) and started with DedicatedServer\EmpyrionDedicated.exe plus arguments. This tool builds a ready-to-use script: update, start and restart after exit.
How to use the tool
Enter the install folder and the SteamCMD path.
Fill in the server name, ports, player count and options.
Copy or download the script, then run it (right-click > Run as administrator on Windows, or chmod +x on Linux).
Open the server ports in the firewall and on your router, then test the connection.
Good to know
The dedicated server (app 530870, anonymous login) is a Windows executable: on Linux use Wine (some templates pass -batchmode -nographics). dedicated.yaml is read from the root; the -dedicated <file> option (alternate config) is reported by the community, verify on your version.
Frequently asked questions
- Should I update on every start?
- Recommended: client and server must run the same version, and a SteamCMD update with nothing new is quick. Untick the option to disable it.
- Are my settings sent anywhere?
- No. Everything is generated in your browser and only a local copy (localStorage) remembers your values; you can view and erase it on the Data page.