Under , switch to None if you are on a beta build.
: When you connect with a facilitator, communicate your goals—whether it's learning, tackling a boss, or just having fun. Don't be afraid to ask questions.
| Problem | Likely Cause | Facilitator Action | |---------|--------------|--------------------| | Timeout on join | Firewall blocking port | Open port 7777 UDP/TCP | | Desync (fish teleporting) | High packet loss | Lower player count or check network | | Cannot see facilitator’s spawns | Mod mismatch | Ensure all players have same mod version | | Lag when many fish | Server CPU overload | Reduce AI fish count | Feed And Grow Fish Connecting To Facilitator
Explain to connect if direct methods fail.
: Disconnect your Ethernet cable or disconnect from your Wi-Fi network, launch the game, wait for the main menu to load, and then reconnect your internet. Under , switch to None if you are on a beta build
Under the tab, locate the text box labeled Launch Options (or "Advanced users may choose to enter modifications..." ). Copy and paste this exact string into the box: cmd /c "set OPENSSL_ia32cap=:~0x20000000 && %command%" Use code with caution.
The "Facilitator" is the middleman technology provided by Steam that helps players find each other. Its job is to handshake your internet connection with your friend’s internet connection. | Problem | Likely Cause | Facilitator Action
When players get stuck on "Connecting to Facilitator," it implies that the initial handshake isn't happening. The game is shouting into the void, and the void—or your firewall—isn't answering back.
Sometimes, the stable version experiences a facilitator bug that is already patched in the experimental development branch. Right-click the game in and open Properties . Click on the Betas tab.