: Ensure all players are running the same version of the game, typically the NFS: Most Wanted v1.3 patch .

: The player hosting the server must launch MW-Hamachi v2.4 alongside the standard Hamachi client.

: One player creates a network name and password; all other players must join it to establish the VPN tunnel.

: Go to the "LAN" section in the game menu. If MW Hamachi is running correctly for the host, the lobby should appear for all joined players. Download and Safety Information

: Simplifies the complex NAT and firewall settings typically required for hosting classic EA games online.