How to Create/Join a Private Server on Roblox PS5/PS4: The Ultimate Console Workaround Guide

If you’ve just downloaded Roblox on your PlayStation 5, you probably ran into the same annoying hurdle as every other console player: There’s no “Join A Private Server on Roblox PS5” button!

It’s frustrating, right? You want to chill with your squad in Blox Fruits or grind in Adopt Me without random trolls joining.

The bad news is that the PS5 version of the Roblox app still doesn’t let you create a private server directly. The good news? There’s a genius workaround that works perfectly, and you only have to do the tricky part once.

Consider this your complete guide to playing Roblox privately on your PS4 or PS5. Let’s get you that exclusive server access.

Why Isn’t the “Join a Private Server on Roblox PS5” Option? (The Reality Check)

Look, here’s the simple truth: Roblox on console (PS5, PS4, Xbox) doesn’t have the same full web browser functionality as the PC or mobile versions. Since private servers often involve managing Robux subscriptions and custom settings, Roblox locks the creation process to platforms that support their full storefront and interface.

But don’t worry, the console is fantastic at the joining part. We just need a little help from your phone or PC.

The PS5 Private Server Workaround: Step-by-Step

This method requires a one-time setup using a secondary device. You can use your main Roblox account, but using a free second account (a “server mule”) is often easier if you want the main account to join immediately.

Phase 1: Creating the Server (PC or Mobile Required)

You must switch to your phone, tablet, or PC for this phase.

Step 1: Log In and Find the Game

Open the Roblox app or website on your secondary device and log in to the account you want to own the server. Then, navigate to the game you want to play privately (e.g., Brookhaven RP).

Pro Tip: Make sure your PS5 account and this secondary account are already friends!

Step 2: Create the Server

Scroll down the game page until you find the Servers tab.

• Click “Create Private Server.”
• Name your server (e.g., “PS5 Squad”).
• Check the Price: Private servers are experience-specific. Some are free, but most cost a recurring Robux fee (set by the game developer).
• Click “Buy Now” to complete the purchase.

Step 3: Configure Access (The Crucial Step)

Immediately after purchasing, you must configure the server to allow your console to join.

1. Go back to the Servers tab.
2. Find your newly created server and click the Configure button (usually three dots or a gear icon).
3. Under Access, ensure the “Friends Allowed” toggle is switched ON.
4. (Optional but recommended): Scroll down and manually add the exact username of your main PS5 account to the allowed list.

Phase 2: Joining the Server (Back on the PS5)

Once the server is created and configured to allow friends, the rest is simple and permanent.

Step 4: Launch Roblox on Your PS5

Turn on your console and load the Roblox app. Log in with your main PS5 account.

Step 5: Join via the Friends List

You now have two easy ways to join the private server:

1. The Direct Join: If your secondary account (the one that owns the server) is currently in the private server, simply go to your PS5 Friends List. Select the secondary account’s name, and an option for “Join Experience” or “Join Server” should appear. Select it.
2. The Game Page Join (If Configured): Navigate to the game’s main page. Scroll to the bottom and look for the Servers section. Since your main PS5 account is now an allowed user, your server should appear here, allowing you to join directly.

You’re in! You are now in your private, custom-made server, ready to grind or roleplay in peace.

Free Private Server Compatibility Table for PS5

Roblox Game (Example)	Private Server Status (Developer Choice)	PlayStation Version Support	PS5 Joining Method (Key Takeaway)
Tower of Hell	Always Free (Reliable)	PS4 / PS5	Join via Friends List after friend/alt creates it on PC/Mobile.
Murder Mystery 2 (MM2)	Often Free (Varies by Developer)	PS4 / PS5	Perfect for private trading or practice rounds without public players.
Build a Boat for Treasure	Variable/Sometimes Free	PS4 / PS5	You must check the price (0 Robux) on PC/Mobile before buying.
Tower Defense Simulator	Variable/Usually Costs Robux	PS4 / PS5	The workaround still applies, but expect to pay the Robux fee.
Work at a Pizza Place	Often Free	PS4 / PS5	Great example of a major game where the developer allows free VIP servers.

The Mentor’s Rule for Console Players

Don’t search for a list; check the game page yourself!

1. Check the Price: Always navigate to the game’s Servers tab on a PC or phone. If it says “Price: 0 Robux” right below the Create Private Server button, you’re good to go!
2. Compatibility is Universal: Remember, if a game works on the PS5, you can join its private server. The only barrier is the creation step (which requires PC/Mobile) and the Robux cost (which is set by the game maker).

Setting Up Your Roblox “Server Mule” Account

The goal here is simple: create a basic, reliable account that exists only to own and manage your private servers, making it easy for your PS5 (main account) to join.

Phase 1: Creation & Connection

Step 1: Create the Account Safely

Go to the Roblox website or mobile app (not the PS5) and create a new account.

• Username: Choose something simple, like YourNamePS5Host or SquadServer01.
• Email: Use a secondary, non-sensitive email address. Since you won’t use this account for much, keeping it separate from your main email is a good habit.
• Security: DO NOT use the same password as your main account! Give it a unique, strong password.

Step 2: Friend the Host

Log in to your main PS5 account (via the console or web) and send a friend request to your new “Server Mule” account.

• Crucial Step: Accept the friend request on the Server Mule account. This connection is what allows the PS5 to see and join the private server.

Phase 2: The Hosting Workflow

Now that they are friends, here is the quick, repeatable process for getting into a private game on your PS5:

Step 3: Purchase the Server (Mule Account)

On your PC or phone, log in to the Server Mule account.

1. Navigate to the game you want to play privately (e.g., Tower of Hell).
2. Go to the Servers tab and click Create Private Server.
3. Pay the Robux fee (or confirm the free purchase).

Step 4: Start the Server Instance

On the PC or phone, launch the game using the Server Mule account and join the private server you just created.

• Why? The server needs to be running with a player in it for your PS5 to see the “Join” button instantly.

Step 5: Join from Your PS5 (Main Account)

Switch over to your PlayStation 5 and launch Roblox with your main account.

1. Go to your Friends List.
2. Find and select your Server Mule account (it should show “In Experience”).
3. Select the “Join Experience” option.

You are now in your private, mule-hosted server! You can leave the mule account running on the phone/PC, or exit the game on the mule device entirely; the private server instance often stays alive for a short time, giving you a safe window to join.

Pro Tips for Managing Robux Subscriptions

Tip 1: The Cancellation Golden Rule (The Where Matters)

You must remember this: You can never manage or cancel a private server subscription from your PlayStation 5.

• Always use the browser or mobile app. Since the Server Mule account is the owner, you must log into that specific account on a phone or desktop to manage the billing.

Tip 2: How to Cancel the Renewal

Don’t wait until the day the charge hits. Set a calendar reminder and cancel as soon as you are done with the server for the month.

The Cancellation Path (Desktop/Browser):

1. Log into the Server Mule account on the Roblox website.
2. Click the Gear Icon (Settings) in the top-right corner.
3. Select Subscriptions.
4. Find the specific Private Server subscription (it will be listed by the game’s name).
5. Click the Cancel Renewal button and confirm the prompts.

Tip 3: The Grace Period (No Need to Panic)

When you cancel, the server does not vanish immediately.

• Access Continues: You stop the automatic renewal, but you still get to use the private server for the remainder of the 30-day period you already paid for. For example, if you pay on the 1st and cancel on the 5th, you still have access until the end of the month.

Tip 4: The Budget Backup Plan

If you are worried about forgetting to cancel, you have a financial fail-safe built into the system.

• Insufficient Funds: If the renewal date hits and your Server Mule account has insufficient Robux (meaning less than the subscription price), the server will automatically expire. It won’t charge a credit card and it won’t put your Robux balance into the negative.

Tip 5: When in Doubt, Re-buy It

Let’s say you cancel a subscription, but a week later you realize you want to use the server again.

• Renewal is Easy: You can easily go back to the Subscriptions tab and click “Renew Now” to instantly restart the monthly charge and keep the server running.

This framework should keep your Robux safe and prevent any accidental monthly charges. You’re now fully set up to host your own private world on the PS5!

Key Facts About Private Servers on PS5 (FAQ)

Q: Can I join a friend’s existing private server from my PS5?

A: Yes, absolutely! This is the easiest way. Just make sure your friend goes into their server settings (on PC/mobile) and either adds your specific username or turns on “Friends Allowed.” Once they’ve done that, you simply join them via your PS5 Friends List.

Q: Do I have to pay every month?

A: If the server costs Robux, yes. Most private servers are a recurring monthly subscription. If you stop paying the Robux fee, the server will expire. You can manage the subscription (cancel or renew) from the Configure page on your mobile/PC.

Q: Why isn’t the server showing up on the game page?

A: Two reasons:

1. The game doesn’t support them. Not all Roblox experiences offer private servers.
2. You forgot to configure it. Double-check the configuration on your secondary device and ensure “Friends Allowed” is definitely turned on.

Pro Tip for our readers: Do check out the Codes Section for all Roblox game Codes.