From 2d6cf92b894db3f13b51876d532ce4b5e1f199fd Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: SleepingSnakezzz <71992016+SleepingSnakezzz@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Tue, 3 May 2022 19:23:08 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] Added the port forwarding error message since people can't read the error that tells them exactly what to do for some reason. --- FAQ.md | 8 ++++++++ 1 file changed, 8 insertions(+) diff --git a/FAQ.md b/FAQ.md index 731e0ca..165fe7a 100644 --- a/FAQ.md +++ b/FAQ.md @@ -472,6 +472,14 @@ To make an unlisted room, follow these steps: This happens when you use Save States prior to connecting to a multiplayer room. Save States should be avoided entirely when using multiplayer. +#### Why does this error occur when attempting to join a multiplayer room? + +``` +Unable to connect to the host. Verify that the connection settings are correct. If you still cannot connect, contact the room hst and verify that the host is properly configured with the external port forwarded. +``` + +_Citra_ does not host your rooms for you on our servers. This means that when you create a multiplayer room, your computer is used as the server. The room host's router needs to be set up to allow for other users to join your room. You do that by forwarding the port that _Citra_ uses. Port forwarding is accomplished differently depending on your router model, so we recommend consulting your router's instruction manual to figure out how to make it work for you. + #### Are Download Play (DLP) features supported in _Citra_? Yes, though you'll need to dump some extra system files and enable a couple settings for it to work. You can find the instructions on how to set it up at the bottom of this page: [Multiplayer](https://citra-emu.org/help/feature/multiplayer/).