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How to Join a Don't Starve Together Server

Connecting via server list and developer console.

How to Join a Don't Starve Together Server

Connect to a dedicated Don't Starve Together (DST) server using the in-game server browser or direct IP connection.

1. Finding Your Server in the Browser

  1. Launch Don't Starve Together from Steam.
  2. Click Browse Games from the main menu.
  3. Use the search bar on the right to enter your Cluster Name.
  4. Set the mode filter to match your server type (e.g. Survival, Endless, or Wilderness).
  5. When your server appears in the list, select it and click Join.
  6. If your server is password-protected, enter the password when prompted.

2. Connecting via Direct IP / Console

If your server is hidden or not listed in the public browser:

  1. Open Don't Starve Together.
  2. Press the tilde key (~ or `) to open the in-game developer console.
  3. Type the direct join command:
   c_connect("192.168.1.100", 10999, "YourPassword")
  1. Press Enter to join immediately.