: The PSM_AgentInstall.exe (found in your server files under PSM_Client ) must be properly installed and running to manage client connections. Risks and Considerations
: This creates a separate virtual environment for the second client, preventing the "game already running" error. 2. Windows User Switching (Built-in) shaiya multi client install
To set up a multi-client install of Shaiya, follow these steps: : The PSM_AgentInstall
By having separate directories, the user creates distinct instances of the game executable. When the game.exe file is launched from separate folders, the operating system treats them as independent processes rather than a duplicate window of the same program. Alternatively, some players utilize "sandbox" software or virtual machines, which isolate the game environment entirely, allowing for a more robust separation of processes. For players utilizing the Steam version, third-party launchers or renaming specific configuration files are often required to bypass Steam’s single-instance lock. Once these technical hurdles are cleared, a player can launch a second window, log into a different account, and play both characters simultaneously. Windows User Switching (Built-in) To set up a
The technical execution of a multi-client setup has evolved over the years. Originally, players had to rely on cumbersome workarounds, such as creating multiple Windows user accounts or using third-party virtual machines to bypass the game’s "instance checker." However, as the game transitioned through different publishers (from Aeria Games to Gamigo and beyond), the methods became more streamlined. Today, many private servers and modern retail patches include a built-in "multi-client" feature or require simple modifications, such as renaming the executable file or using a custom launcher that ignores existing processes.
Use the "Switch User" function rather than logging off your primary account.
If you want, I can produce a ready-to-run PowerShell script that automates creating two isolated portable clients on your system (Windows 10/11).