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Get help joining Badlands, report a problem or share an idea.
For joining problems, start with the Connection FAQ below. Use Discord for help, private reports and ban appeals, or Suggestions for ideas.
Connection FAQ
How do I find Badlands?
Search for HARD COUNTRY | BADLANDS | AU 1PP VANILLA in the DayZ launcher. You can also use Direct Connect with IP address 139.99.144.164 and game port 2302. Follow the joining guide →
Do I need a mod to join?
Yes. The DS Core client mod is required. Use the server’s required-mod setup in the launcher to load the correct client files. DS Core on Steam Workshop ↗
What if my mod download or update is not ready?
Let Steam finish any pending downloads, then use the server’s required-mod setup in the DayZ launcher. If you still cannot join, ask for connection help on Discord.
What does Copy IP copy?
It copies 139.99.144.164 only. Enter 2302 separately as the game port. If copying is unavailable, select and copy the visible address manually.
Does “Live status unavailable” mean the server is offline?
The website cannot confirm current availability or player counts when its public status feed is unavailable or stale. Check the DayZ launcher or ask on Discord for connection help.
When does Badlands restart?
From 10 November, Badlands restarts every six hours at midnight, 6 AM, noon and 6 PM Sydney time. Restart warnings remain enabled.
Effective from , in Australia/Sydney: AEST (UTC+10) or AEDT (UTC+11) during daylight saving.
Where can I get more help?
Join HARD COUNTRY on Discord ↗ for connection help. Keep player reports, sensitive evidence and ban appeals in private Discord tickets.
Connection help
For Badlands, connect to 139.99.144.164:2302 with the required DS Core client mod. See the Badlands page for joining information; use Discord for connection help.
Player reports
Use private Discord tickets for player reports and sensitive evidence.
Ban appeals
Keep ban appeals private through the Discord ticket process.
Community suggestions
Community ideas belong in the public suggestions channel.