Show Server in Masterlist OpenTTD

How to Show Your OpenTTD Server in the Public Masterlist

By default, OpenTTD servers can be private or public. If you want players from around the world to find and join your transport company through the in-game server browser, you must enable the “Show in Masterlist” setting. This registers your server with the central OpenTTD directory. Follow these steps to make your server public using the GGServers panel.

Step 1: Access the GGServers Panel and Stop Your Server

Log in to the GGServers Control Panel. Before changing your visibility settings, you must Stop your server. This ensures that the heart-beat signal sent to the masterlist correctly reflects your server’s public status upon the next startup.

Step 2: Navigate to Server Settings

On the left-hand navigation menu, click on the Server Settings button. This will open the management options for your OpenTTD instance.

Step 3: Open the General Settings Tab

From the available tabs, select General Settings. This section contains the primary automation and visibility toggles for your dedicated server.

Step 4: Enable Show in Masterlist

Locate the box labeled Show in masterlist?. Toggle this switch to your preferred setting. When enabled, your server will be visible to all players in the multiplayer browser. The GGServers panel features an auto-save system, so your changes are applied instantly.

Step 5: Start Your Server

Return to the main dashboard and click Start. Your OpenTTD server will now be listed publicly, allowing players to join without needing to manually enter your IP address.

If you have further questions or your server isn’t appearing in the list after starting, please contact our support team at GGServers Support.