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--- tutorials:vps_server [2025/09/27 08:03] – [This tutorial has not been tested. Use it with caution, and if anyone notices a mistake, please feel free to correct it.] ravage
+++ tutorials:vps_server [2025/09/28 21:50] (current) – updated video url redhair
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-======How to Host NFS Underground Without a Public IPv4 (Using a VPS Relay)======
+====== How to Set Up a VPN to Host NFSU ======
-==== This tutorial has not been tested. Use it with caution, and if anyone notices a mistake, please feel free to correct it. ====
+  - Get the cheapest VPS you can find with a dedicated IPv4 address.
+  - Select the latest Debian as the server image.
+  - On a freshly installed server, log in via SSH and run the following command: <code>wget -O - https://nfs.onl/pivpn | bash</code>
+  - At the end of the script, open the shown URL in a web browser and download the .conf file.
+  - Install the WireGuard client from https://www.wireguard.com/install/
+  - Open the WireGuard app.
+  - Import the .conf file and click "Activate".
-Many players today cannot host old games like NFS Underground directly because their home connection lacks a public IPv4 address.\\
+Done.
-However, you can still host by using a VPS (Virtual Private Server) as a relay. This guide explains step-by-step how to do it on a LInux VPS Server.
+Here you can see how it looks: {{youtube>ScveKTwyuV0?large}}
+As long as you are connected to your VPN, you will be able to host games on an NFSU server.
-**Estimated Setup Time:** ~25–40 minutes.
+Here’s what the fully automated script does:
+  - Installs PiVPN with a WireGuard server
+  - Creates a configuration for the WireGuard client
+  - Sets up port forwarding for UDP 3658–3659
+  - Opens the necessary ports in the firewall
+  - Runs a temporary web server so you can download the config file to your PC
+  - Saves the firewall settings to make them persistent
-==== Step 1 - Rent a VPS ====
-- Get a small Linux VPS with a **dedicated IPv4** (~€1–3/month)\\
-- Make sure you have SSH access
-==== Step 2 - Install Relay Software (Linux example) ====
-sudo apt update\\
-sudo apt install socat screen -y\\
-# socat will forward the game ports from the VPS to your PC
-==== Step 3 - Prepare Your PC ====
-- Assign a **static LAN IP** (e.g., 192.168.1.100)\\
-- This ensures the VPS always knows where to send game data\\
-- Make sure your firewall allows UDP ports 3658–3659 (NFS Underground default)
-==== Step 4 - Set Up Port Forwarding on the VPS ====
-# Forward the UDP ports to your PC\\
-socat UDP4-RECVFROM:3658,fork UDP4-SENDTO:192.168.1.100:3658 &\\
-socat UDP4-RECVFROM:3659,fork UDP4-SENDTO:192.168.1.100:3659 &
-==== Step 5 - Keep the Relay Running ====
-- Use screen or tmux to keep socat running:\\
-screen -S nfsrelay\\
-# run socat commands\\
-# detach with Ctrl+A, D\\
-- Optionally, configure socat as a systemd service to start automatically on VPS boot
-==== Step 6 - Open VPS Firewall ====
-sudo ufw allow 3658/udp\\
-sudo ufw allow 3659/udp\\
-sudo ufw enable\\
-# only open necessary ports for security
-==== Step 7 - Start Hosting ====
-- Launch NFS Underground on your PC\\
-- The game registers in the lobby automatically\\
-- Players connect using the VPS public IP, but the game actually runs on your PC\\
-- No extra software is needed for players
-==== Tips ====
-- Test first with 1-2 friends to make sure everything works\\
-- Ensure your PC has a static LAN IP\\
-- Only forward necessary UDP ports (3658-3659)\\
-- Multiple VPS relays can be set up if needed