How to Create a Lineage 2 Server Using L2JServer

This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of creating your own Lineage 2 private server using L2JServer. From setting up the server environment to running the game server, we’ve got you covered!

Step 1: Download Required Tools

Before we start, you’ll need to install a few essential tools:

• Java Development Kit (JDK 8 or higher): Download from Oracle or OpenJDK.
• MySQL or MariaDB: Required for database management. Download from MySQL or MariaDB.
• L2JServer Pack: Download the server pack and the datapack from the L2JServer GitHub.

Step 2: Set Up the Database

Now, let’s create the required databases using MySQL or MariaDB. Open the MySQL console and enter the following commands to create the necessary databases:

CREATE DATABASE l2jgs;  -- for Game Server
CREATE DATABASE l2jls;  -- for Login Server

Create a new MySQL user for the server:

CREATE USER 'l2juser'@'localhost' IDENTIFIED BY 'password';
GRANT ALL PRIVILEGES ON l2jgs.* TO 'l2juser'@'localhost';
GRANT ALL PRIVILEGES ON l2jls.* TO 'l2juser'@'localhost';
FLUSH PRIVILEGES;

Import the SQL files into the databases you just created:

mysql -u l2juser -p l2jgs < gameserver.sql
mysql -u l2juser -p l2jls < loginserver.sql

Step 3: Configure L2JServer

Next, we’ll configure the server to connect to your databases:

Edit the loginserver.properties file to configure the login server:

# login/config/loginserver.properties
URL=jdbc:mysql://localhost/l2jls
Login=l2juser
Password=password

Edit the server.properties file for the game server:

# gameserver/config/server.properties
URL=jdbc:mysql://localhost/l2jgs
Login=l2juser
Password=password

Step 4: Launch the Server

Start the login server by running the following command:

./startLoginServer.sh  # For Linux/Mac
startLoginServer.bat  # For Windows

Next, start the game server:

./startGameServer.sh  # For Linux/Mac
startGameServer.bat  # For Windows

Step 5: Connect the Lineage 2 Client

To connect to your private server, modify the hosts file on your system to point the game client to your server IP:

your-server-ip l2authd.lineage2.com

Step 6: Customization and Maintenance

Your server is now up and running! From here, you can begin customizing the server by modifying configuration files, adding new content, or enhancing gameplay mechanics. Be sure to check the L2JServer Wiki for additional guidance.

Additional Resources

For more in-depth help and advice, visit the L2JServer Forum.