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Self-Host an Enshrouded Server (2026): SteamCMD & Ports 15636/15637

Enshrouded Guide • Updated Jun 14, 2026

Self-Host an Enshrouded Server with SteamCMD (2026 Walkthrough)

Enshrouded supports up to 16 players in a single persistent world. Hosting a dedicated server ensures that the world state (buildings, terrain changes, flame altars) is constant and not dependent on one player's PC being online.

Managed Hosting

Pros: Instant setup, 60Hz tickrate, auto-updates.
Cons: Monthly fee.
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Self-Hosted (DIY)

Pros: Free, total file access.
Cons: Requires high upload speed & port forwarding.

Prerequisites

  • OS: Windows 10/11 (Linux requires Proton/Wine as there is no native binary yet).
  • CPU: Strong multi-core processor (Ryzen 5 / Intel i5 Gen 10+).
  • RAM: 16GB System RAM (Server uses ~4-6GB).
  • Network: Fiber connection recommended for 16 players.

Installation via SteamCMD

1. Download SteamCMD

Download and extract SteamCMD for Windows.

2. Install the Server Files

Open a command prompt in your SteamCMD folder and run:

steamcmd +login anonymous +app_update 2278520 validate +quit

App ID 2278520 is the Enshrouded Dedicated Server.

3. First Launch & Config

Navigate to steamapps/common/EnshroudedServer/ and run enshrouded_server.exe. It will close immediately but generate a config file.

Open enshrouded_server.json and customize:

{
  "name": "My Enshrouded Server",
  "password": "secretpassword",
  "saveDirectory": "./savegame",
  "logDirectory": "./logs",
  "ip": "0.0.0.0",
  "gamePort": 15636,
  "queryPort": 15637,
  "slotCount": 16
}

Port Forwarding (Critical)

Enshrouded uses a specific range of ports. You must forward these in your router for friends to join:

  • 15636 (TCP/UDP) - Game Traffic
  • 15637 (TCP/UDP) - Query Protocol

Troubleshooting: If your server is not showing in the browser, ensure you have also allowed enshrouded_server.exe through Windows Firewall.

Linux Hosting (Wine/Proton)

Since Enshrouded does not have a native Linux server yet, you must run it via Wine or Docker. This adds overhead and complexity. If you would rather skip the Wine translation layer entirely, Enshrouded dedicated server hosting handles all of that for you, or you can stick to Windows or rent a professional Enshrouded server that handles the Wine translation layer for you.

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