> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://meshnet.nordvpn.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://meshnet.nordvpn.com/how-to/gaming.md).

# Gaming

Learn how you can play multiplayer online games over Meshnet.

Online gaming has become increasingly popular in recent years and for good reason. Multiplayer games can transport you to different worlds while allowing you to explore those worlds with friends. This connection between people who share the same interests can be a source of social support and a way to destress from everyday worries.

Using local game servers still remains a widely used method to incorporate multiplayer capabilities in online games. With this approach, you can create your own servers and have more control over the game settings. [Playing multiplayer games over Meshnet ](https://nordvpn.com/gaming/)offers some benefits compared to playing over a traditional local area network (LAN). You can connect with other players even if you're not physically in the same location.

Additionally, [port forwarding](https://nordvpn.com/blog/port-forwarding/) is not needed as Meshnet's architecture allows devices to communicate with each other directly, which contributes to a secure connection.

The following articles provide details on how you can use Meshnet in online gaming:

* [How to make a private Minecraft server with Meshnet](/how-to/gaming/make-private-minecraft-server.md)
* [How to create a private Stardew Valley server](/how-to/gaming/stardew-valley.md)
* [How to play Quake 3 Arena via Meshnet](/how-to/gaming/quake3-arena.md)
* [How to set up a private Team Fortress 2 server with Meshnet](/how-to/gaming/team-fortress2.md)
* [How to set up a remote game-streaming server for Moonlight](/how-to/gaming/how-to-set-up-a-remote-game-streaming-server-for-moonlight.md)
* [How to set up a Palworld dedicated server](/how-to/gaming/palworld-dedicated-server.md)
* [How to play Fallout: New Vegas multiplayer over Meshnet](/how-to/gaming/fallout-multiplayer.md)
* [How to set up a private Factorio server with Meshnet](/how-to/gaming/factorio-server.md)


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