Persistent Live-Service Universe

HWS - Homeworld Server

A Persistent Multiplayer Universe in Empyrion. Join one of the largest feature-rich communities with custom progression, evolving lore, connected systems, and gameplay that continues beyond the client.

Core Value Proposition

Not Just a Server. A Full Gameplay Ecosystem.

Persistent Universe & Lore

Long-running factions, territory stories, and world states that shape every season of gameplay.

Custom Systems

Deep economy loops, DNA progression, Origin paths, and systems handcrafted for replayability.

HWS Connect Integration

Web + in-game integration to manage assets and progression while you are offline.

Massive Active Community

50,000+ players across years of development, events, and community-driven improvement.

Gameplay Systems

Your Origin. Your Economy. Your War Routes.

HWS turns Empyrion into a modular progression universe with purpose-built systems for solo explorers, faction builders, and PvP specialists.

Origins: Engineer / Explorer / Fighter

Distinct starts, roleplay lanes, and progression advantages tailored to building, exploration, or combat.

Economy: Elemental Bank & DNA

Multi-layer trading, persistent value systems, and strategic resource decisions that matter long term.

Missions & Live Events

World events, mission chains, and seasonal objectives delivering progression for solo and coop play.

Black Hole & Universe Mechanics

High-risk mechanics, rare routes, and tactical decision points that reward knowledge and timing.

Stargates & Cross-Server Warp

Connected space architecture across regions to expand trade, conflict zones, and exploration loops.

Hybrid PvE + PvP + Solo + Coop

One persistent universe supporting multiple play styles without splitting the core community.

HWS Connect

Play The Game Even Outside The Game

HWS Connect is a core gameplay layer, not a companion gimmick. Manage resources, follow progression loops, and interact with your universe while offline.

Live Dashboard View

Asset Operations

Track resources, queue actions, and manage strategic inventory from the web layer.

Economy Interface

Interact with connected economy systems and monitor value movement in real time.

Progress Sync

Keep mission and progression loops aligned between in-game sessions and web actions.

Universe Awareness

Review routes, events, and status updates to plan your next session with intent.

Live Server Snapshot

Scale You Can Feel

50,000+ Players
EU + NA Regional Servers
1,000,000+ Play Hours
24/7 Community Activity
Get In / Support HWS

Buy Empyrion and Boost HWS Visibility

Jump in fast if you are new to Empyrion, then support the community ecosystem by voting for the HWS clusters.

Buy Empyrion on Steam

Get the game and deploy directly into the HWS persistent universe.

Community Layer

For Community. By Community.

Discord Operations Hub

Fast communication, support, event pings, and squad coordination across time zones.

Forum Knowledge Base

Guides, systems documentation, server rules, and changelog depth for serious progression.

Long-Running Veteran Culture

Years of collaborative growth created a mature, active, and innovative multiplayer ecosystem.

Start Your Journey

Deploy Into The HWS Universe

Choose your origin, connect your systems, and become part of one of Empyrion's most advanced multiplayer ecosystems.