StarRupture Server Hosting Guide
StarRupture (formerly Chimera) is a sci-fi survival game with heavy factory automation elements. Developed by Creepy Jar (makers of Green Hell), it challenges up to 4 players to build complex colonies on the hostile world of Arcadia-7.
📋 Game Info
- Status: Early Access
- Developer: Creepy Jar
- Players: 1-4 Co-op
- Server App ID: 3809400 (Experimental)
- SaveSync: Built-in host migration support
Latest Guides & Update 1 Fixes
🧱 Location Is Not Stable
Foundation-first workaround for the red placement error that keeps firing after Update 1.
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⚡ Build & Deconstruct Lag
Split factories into independent grids and trim filler platforms to kill whole-crew freezes.
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🏠 LAN Routing Limits
Why EOS blocks direct LAN joins and which hairpin, tunnel, or hosting workaround actually works.
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🔁 Autoload Save On Restart
Flip StartNewGame=false, wrap in a watchdog, and stop the "blank map after reboot" wipe.
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🐧 Linux Proton Hosting
SteamCMD, Proton-GE, winetricks, d3d11, and a systemd unit to host StarRupture on Linux.
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Essential Server Guides
🚀 Dedicated Server Setup
Step-by-step install with SteamCMD for Windows and Linux.
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⚙️ Production Planner
2026 automation ratios and tiered factory layouts.
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🌐 Connection Fixes
Resolve Eos HTTP Mismatch and networking errors.
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🔄 SaveSync Migration
Transfer saves between players without downtime.
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🏭 Advanced Automation
Master conveyor logic and complex production chains.
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🛠️ Server Config
All environmental and difficulty settings for Arcadia-7.
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Server Hardware Requirements
StarRupture's automation logic is CPU-intensive. For a smooth 4-player experience, we recommend the following:
| Players | CPU | RAM | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | 4 Cores @ 3.4GHz+ | 8 GB | 45 GB SSD |
| 3-4 | 6 Cores @ 3.8GHz+ | 16 GB | 60 GB NVMe |
Key Gameplay Features
- Persistent Factories: Dedicated servers allow your production to run 24/7 (if configured).
- Dynamic Ruptures: Periodic world events that test your base's structural integrity.
- Advanced Research: Tiered tech trees that require massive resource refining.
- Hostile Wildlife: Creatures attracted to the noise and pollution of your factory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does StarRupture support cross-play?
Yes, dedicated servers facilitate cross-play between Steam and Epic Games Store players via EOS.
Can I host a server on Linux?
Yes, the dedicated server works well via Proton/Wine or the native experimental binary.
What are the default ports?
Game Port: 27015 (UDP), Query Port: 27016 (UDP).
Arcadia-7 Hosting: Supercraft provides high-frequency servers optimized for StarRupture's automation logic, ensuring zero-lag belts and seamless SaveSync migrations.