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Palworld Dedicated Server Won't Start – Port, Steam & Logs

Quick answer: Fix Palworld dedicated server issues with port 8211 UDP, current SteamCMD update and correct PalWorldSettings.ini.

If you landed here: Dedicated server won't start, crashes after Palworld patch or players get "Connection timed out".

Error → cause → fix

SymptomCauseFix
Server won't startSteamCMD failedRe-run: app_update 2394010 validate
Connection timed outPort 8211 UDP closedFirewall + panel → Open ports
Crash after game updateOutdated server filesSteamCMD update, restart server

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