Ask the server host to navigate to their tModLoader/ModConfigs directory.
Here are the primary reasons for these problems:
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Occasionally, a corrupted config file for a specific mod causes the hang. Go to your tModLoader folder (usually in Documents/My Games/Terraria/tModLoader ) and temporarily move your ModConfigs folder to the desktop to see if it fixes the loop. reload complete joining tmodloader
When you join a server, tModLoader compares your local mods with the server's requirements. If there is a mismatch—such as a server-side configuration change or a different mod version—the game triggers a "Reload" to ensure both sides are running identical data.
Corrupted mods are a prime suspect. Here is how to refresh them without losing data:
: If you have manually installed a version of a mod in your local folder that differs from the server's Steam Workshop version, the sync may fail. stuck on this screen Ask the server host to navigate to their
Open tModLoader and look at the bottom-left corner of the main menu. Ensure it displays .
A major rework to this system was introduced to improve the user experience: UI Updates
The client checks which mods the server is running. Go to your tModLoader folder (usually in Documents/My
the client has successfully synchronized its mod list with the host's server-side mods Feature Context
: If you are missing mods, the game will prompt you to download them directly from the server or the Steam Workshop The Reload Phase
If you've spent any time hosting or joining tModLoader servers, you've likely stared at the loading screen text for what feels like an eternity. This post serves as a technical deep dive into what happens during this phase, why it is the most common point of failure when joining a server, and how to ensure a smooth connection every time.
If you are stuck here, it means the sync failed, or the reloaded mod list still doesn't match the server. Top Solutions to Fix "Reload Complete" Issues