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title: How to Join a Stormforge Server
description: Learn how to connect to your Stormforge server using its IP address or hostname, enter your server password, and join your group in-game.
source: "https://nodecraft.com/support/games/stormforge/how-to-join-a-stormforge-server"
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published: "2026-11-10T20:05:26.602Z"
updated: "2026-11-10T20:05:26.602Z"
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# How to Join a Stormforge Server

Learn how to connect to your Stormforge server using its IP address or hostname, enter your server password, and join your group in-game.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to connect to your Stormforge server using Direct IP connection.

## Connect via IP Address or DNS Hostname

1. Log in to your Nodecraft **Dashboard**.
2. Navigate to your Stormforge server.
3. Open the Stormforge** server control panel**.
4. In the **Overview section**, locate the **Host Name or Numeric IP** and **Port** in the **Server Information** block.
5. **Copy** this information to use in-game.
6. **Launch** Stormforge.
7. Click **Play.**

  ![Stormforge main menu with the Play button outlined in red.](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/2560x1440/1aa23fc449/stormforge-main-menu-play.jpg/m/1000x0/smart)
8. Create or Select a character and click **Start**.
9. Click **Join a Game.**

  ![Stormforge Play Selection screen with Join a Game outlined in red.](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/2560x1440/076a931736/stormforge-play-selection-join-game.jpg/m/1000x0/smart)
10. Click **Direct IP**.
11. Paste the **IP address:Port or Hostname **into the IP Address field.

  ![Stormforge Direct IP connection screen with the server address and port field, optional server password field, and Join button outlined in red.](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/2560x1440/d1d0f0d22c/stormforge-direct-ip-server-connection.jpg/m/1000x0/smart)
12. Enter the **Server Password **(if applicable).
13. Click **Join**.

## Troubleshooting Tips

- Ensure your server is running and displays 'Online' in green on the panel.
- Be sure that you're using the correct IP address and port or DNS hostname.

## Conclusion

You’re ready to join your Stormforge server and start exploring with your group. For a world you can return to together, check out Nodecraft’s Stormforge server hosting and keep your next adventure ready to go.