How do you play Valheim with more than 10 players?

Short answer

Valheim caps a session at 10 players by default. A player-limit mod raises that cap so bigger groups can share one world — you install it on the server (or host) and usually on each client too.

Mods that do this

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AzuCraftyBoxes is a Valheim mod that allows players to access and use resources from nearby containers when crafting and building, based on a configurable range and item restrictions. Restrictions are controlled by the yaml file Azumatt.AzuCraftyBoxes.yml

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Enables devcommands and utilities for server admins.

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This mod adds extra excitement and functionality to the portal system. Teleport wolves, boars, loxes and other allies. Transport ores, ingots, carts and even take enemies with you, or block players teleporting when enemies are nearby.

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MultiUserChest

MSchmoecker
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Allows multiple players to interact with the same chest at the same time

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WackysDatabase allows you to control all items/recipes/pieces/creatures/materials/textures via YML files with ServerSync and so much more.

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PotionPlus

OdinPlus
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Adds several potions to the game, now with improved skills, new potions, new config options, and server sync!!

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The details

The core mod simply exposes the max-player value as a config setting, letting you set 16, 20, or more depending on what your server hardware can handle.

For a dedicated server this goes in the server-side config; for a hosted (peer) game the host and joiners generally all need the mod. Mismatched setups are the usual reason people can't connect.

Beyond the cap, more players means more world load — a dedicated server with decent CPU and bandwidth matters a lot more once you push past the default 10.

New to mods? Read the install & configuration guide. Read the full install & configuration guide →

Related questions

What is Valheim's max player count?
10 players per session in the base game, whether hosted or on a dedicated server. Mods are required to raise it.
Does everyone need the player-limit mod?
Typically yes — the server/host and all clients should run matching versions. Check the mod page, as some are server-side only.

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