I've been following the network instructions on how to host a game (which are very clear thank you).
When I get the "Server" window open, and it has an IP (which isn't mine strangely)it has the options to Advertise and shut down, as well as the Block "new games" command.
Now that that window is open, am I hosting?
I looked for my hosted game using invade earth/game/connect but couldn't find it.
I gave my buddy my IP, then the IP listed in the Server window, none of which worked. Do I need to have just a game chosen but not started? Do I need to have at least one human player open? do I need to start the game before they can join?
Sorry I'd just really like to enjoy the game but can't seem to make it work.
Thanks
Re: Problem hosting server & people connecting
Yes, once you have clicked "listen" the server is started and you should be able to take connections. If you click "Advertise" then "Display advertisement on global server" then you and others should be able to see it on the server list when you choose "connect" in invade earth.
If the server didn't get your IP address, perhaps you are behind a router? One of the unfortunate limitations of the server is that people generally can't connect to it behind a router (unless you're quite clever with configuring your router). Make one of your friends who has a direct connection host it, then connect to his game.
Otherwise, maybe there are some firewall settings you need to hange?